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Controversial Level Crossing Removal Plan Sparks Outrage in Melbourne's West
A $369 million plan to remove two level crossings in Melbourne's west by permanently closing Champion Road in Newport is facing strong opposition from residents and Labor MPs, who cite concerns about community division, traffic congestion, and safety issues.
Controversial Level Crossing Removal Plan Sparks Outrage in Melbourne's West
A $369 million plan to remove two level crossings in Melbourne's west by permanently closing Champion Road in Newport is facing strong opposition from residents and Labor MPs, who cite concerns about community division, traffic congestion, and safety issues.
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56% Bias Score
Australia Pledges $2.4 Billion Whyalla Steel Mill Bailout
The Australian government pledged a $2.4 billion bailout for the failing Whyalla steel mill, owned by Sanjeev Gupta's GFG Alliance, to secure 1100 jobs and transition the plant to green steel production, amidst political debate on renewable energy policies.
Australia Pledges $2.4 Billion Whyalla Steel Mill Bailout
The Australian government pledged a $2.4 billion bailout for the failing Whyalla steel mill, owned by Sanjeev Gupta's GFG Alliance, to secure 1100 jobs and transition the plant to green steel production, amidst political debate on renewable energy policies.
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60% Bias Score
Labor Leader Faces Leadership Spill Amidst Transport Policy Debate
Transport Minister Brent Mickelberg publicly accused the Labor Party of plotting to oust its leader, Steven Miles, amidst parliamentary questioning on transport policies and the Sunshine Coast rail project, prompting accusations of misleading voters and a referral to the ethics committee.
Labor Leader Faces Leadership Spill Amidst Transport Policy Debate
Transport Minister Brent Mickelberg publicly accused the Labor Party of plotting to oust its leader, Steven Miles, amidst parliamentary questioning on transport policies and the Sunshine Coast rail project, prompting accusations of misleading voters and a referral to the ethics committee.
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52% Bias Score
Rudd's Devonport Fiasco: A Cautionary Tale for Political Campaigns
Kevin Rudd's 2007 campaign suffered a setback when he disrupted a Devonport Senior Citizens Club birthday party, highlighting the risks of unscheduled events during election campaigns, as shown by similar incidents involving other Australian political leaders.
Rudd's Devonport Fiasco: A Cautionary Tale for Political Campaigns
Kevin Rudd's 2007 campaign suffered a setback when he disrupted a Devonport Senior Citizens Club birthday party, highlighting the risks of unscheduled events during election campaigns, as shown by similar incidents involving other Australian political leaders.
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48% Bias Score
Palmer Launches "Trumpet of Patriots" Party in Australia
Australian billionaire Clive Palmer launched the "Trumpet of Patriots" political party, attracting 10,000 members on its first day; it advocates for government spending cuts and recognizes only two genders; the party's logo has a translation error.
Palmer Launches "Trumpet of Patriots" Party in Australia
Australian billionaire Clive Palmer launched the "Trumpet of Patriots" political party, attracting 10,000 members on its first day; it advocates for government spending cuts and recognizes only two genders; the party's logo has a translation error.
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40% Bias Score
\$11.66 Billion Blowout in Victoria's Major Projects
Victoria's 113 major projects, mostly transport infrastructure, experienced an \$11.66 billion cost increase, totaling \$145.5 billion, raising concerns about budget control ahead of the upcoming budget. The Auditor-General's report details this increase, with 53 projects showing significant cost ov...
\$11.66 Billion Blowout in Victoria's Major Projects
Victoria's 113 major projects, mostly transport infrastructure, experienced an \$11.66 billion cost increase, totaling \$145.5 billion, raising concerns about budget control ahead of the upcoming budget. The Auditor-General's report details this increase, with 53 projects showing significant cost ov...
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48% Bias Score
WA Independent Targets Media's Gas Links
In Western Australia, independent candidate Kate Hulett is campaigning against Seven West Media's gas industry ties, proposing legislation to prevent gas companies from owning media and launching inquiries into government dealings with gas exporters, fueled by a $50,000 Climate 200 donation.
WA Independent Targets Media's Gas Links
In Western Australia, independent candidate Kate Hulett is campaigning against Seven West Media's gas industry ties, proposing legislation to prevent gas companies from owning media and launching inquiries into government dealings with gas exporters, fueled by a $50,000 Climate 200 donation.
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40% Bias Score
Victorian Government Announces 2000-3000 Public Service Job Cuts
The Victorian government announced a review of the public sector that could result in 2000 to 3000 job losses (5-6% of the workforce) by June 30 to save billions, excluding frontline and integrity services.
Victorian Government Announces 2000-3000 Public Service Job Cuts
The Victorian government announced a review of the public sector that could result in 2000 to 3000 job losses (5-6% of the workforce) by June 30 to save billions, excluding frontline and integrity services.
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52% Bias Score
Victoria to Cut 2,000-3,000 Public Service Jobs to Reduce Budget Deficit
The Victorian government will cut 2,000–3,000 public service jobs (5–6% of the workforce) to address its budget, following an independent review headed by Helen Silver, with interim and final reports due in April and June respectively; frontline services are excluded.
Victoria to Cut 2,000-3,000 Public Service Jobs to Reduce Budget Deficit
The Victorian government will cut 2,000–3,000 public service jobs (5–6% of the workforce) to address its budget, following an independent review headed by Helen Silver, with interim and final reports due in April and June respectively; frontline services are excluded.
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56% Bias Score
Queensland Government Releases Suppressed Report on Jackie Trad
The Queensland government released a Crime and Corruption Commission report criticizing former Deputy Premier Jackie Trad's actions regarding a colleague's appointment, despite a 2023 high court ruling blocking its release; the report criticized officials' conduct but found insufficient grounds for ...
Queensland Government Releases Suppressed Report on Jackie Trad
The Queensland government released a Crime and Corruption Commission report criticizing former Deputy Premier Jackie Trad's actions regarding a colleague's appointment, despite a 2023 high court ruling blocking its release; the report criticized officials' conduct but found insufficient grounds for ...
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52% Bias Score
Secret Deal Favors Incumbent Australian Parties in Electoral Reform
Australia's Labor and Coalition parties secretly passed electoral reforms increasing public funding for established parties while limiting individual donations, creating a financial barrier for new independent candidates and potentially reducing voter choice.
Secret Deal Favors Incumbent Australian Parties in Electoral Reform
Australia's Labor and Coalition parties secretly passed electoral reforms increasing public funding for established parties while limiting individual donations, creating a financial barrier for new independent candidates and potentially reducing voter choice.
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60% Bias Score
Queensland Deputy Premier Declares Conflict of Interest Over Rail Project
Queensland Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie declared a conflict of interest due to his property being potentially impacted by the Sunshine Coast rail project; he followed advice from the integrity commissioner and implemented a conflict management plan.
Queensland Deputy Premier Declares Conflict of Interest Over Rail Project
Queensland Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie declared a conflict of interest due to his property being potentially impacted by the Sunshine Coast rail project; he followed advice from the integrity commissioner and implemented a conflict management plan.
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56% Bias Score
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