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Prime minister pushes for tax cut change support

Anthony Albanese has challenged the crossbench to back in changes to stage three tax cuts, ahead of a regional sales pitch of the proposed reforms.

Albanese ‘hopeful’ for Senate support in tax cut change

The prime minister has stood by changes to stage three tax cuts, remaining confident parliament will support the amended plans.

AI tech predicted to soar amid calls for an Aussie GPT

The use of artificial intelligence technology is expected to skyrocket in 2024 but experts warn of potential risks and the need for an Australian made version.

Unity in focus as Australians mark their national day

Australians have been urged to reflect on the things that unite us as millions of people celebrate, commemorate and protest Australia Day 2024.

Many thousands turn out for ‘Invasion Day’ protests across Australia

Invasion Day protests have been held around Australia with tens of thousands of demonstrators calling for an end to discrimination and deaths in custody.

Kids Helpline @ School program offers free support Australia-wide

With a new school year about to start, Kids Helpline has announced expansion of the Kids Helpline @ School program.

Life-saving scientists joint Australians of the Year

Two pioneering scientists who have saved thousands of lives from advanced melanoma have been named joint Australian of the Year for 2024.

Olympic champion Emma McKeon named 2024 Young Australian of the Year

Emma McKeon suffered a devastating setback before a spell away from the pool inspired the swimming sensation to strive for extraordinary success.

Shock discovery while mustering spurs surprise industry

A pastoralist who stumbled across a surprise discovery while mustering sheep has helped put outback Queensland on the map.

Four drown in Phillip Island tragedy

Three women and a man are dead in an unpatrolled beach tragedy, with Life Saving Victoria saying it is the state's worst drowning incident in 20 years.

ACCC to examine supermarket prices in new inquiry

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced the consumer watchdog will lead a 12-month inquiry into prices at the supermarket checkout.

PM defends tax cut backflip as living costs soar

The prime minister has defended his reworked income tax package as the best way forward for struggling workers.

Woolworths CEO defends decision to remove Australia Day merchandise

Woolworths chief executive Brad Banducci has backed the supermarket's choice not to stock Australia Day merchandise as staff report more and more abuse.

Kim Williams named as new ABC Chair

The prime minister has named former News Limited CEO Kim Williams as the new chair of the Australian Broadcasting Corporation, replacing Ita Buttrose.

Middle Australia focus of tax overhaul

Anthony Albanese is set to overhaul a tax package, with Australians earning up to a certain amount potentially in line for more relief than others.

Timeline of former PM Scott Morrison’s career

Former prime minister Scott Morrison has announced he will resign from politics after more than 18 months on from his election defeat.

Restaurant surcharge hikes likely due to business inefficiencies

Restaurants must look at improving their own business operations before penalising diners with exorbitant surcharges, a practice we expect to see this coming public holiday, a marketing expert warns.

Former PM Scott Morrison’s resignation prompts tributes

Tributes are flowing after former prime minister Scott Morrison announced he will resign from politics after almost two decades in parliament.

Scrapping tax breaks could fund social homes, cut housing costs

Amidst a historic cost-of-living crisis, Everybody's Home is calling on the federal government to scrap tax concessions for property investors and build social housing across Australia.

Former PM Scott Morrison to resign from politics

Former prime minister Scott Morrison has announced his resignation from politics, nearly two years after losing the federal election.

Pat Cummins backs calls for Australia Day rethink

National cricket captain Pat Cummins has become the highest-profile sporting star to call for a move away from marking Australia Day on January 26.

PM considering tax cut expansion for financial relief

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has vowed tax cuts for all, as the federal government prepares to mull over measures aimed at reducing the cost of living. As speculation swells over possible changes to...

Threatened species list ballooned in 2023, data shows

Australia's list of threatened species ballooned in 2023, with a record number of new plants, animals and ecosystems deemed in danger of extinction.

Financial relief on the cards as MPs rush to Canberra

Cost-of-living relief could be on the horizon as inflation begins to soften and politicians rush back to the capital to talk economic strategy.

Scorching WA heatwave moves east across country

Parts of the country are sweltering through high temperatures as a heatwave moves east after scorching Western Australia. 

Cyclone Kirrily brewing with northern Australia on flood watch

Northern Australia is battening down the hatches as the weather bureau warns intensifying activity in the Coral Sea will likely result in the formation of Cyclone Kirrily.

Subsidy for new treatment of ‘national cancer’ melanoma

Australians paying hundreds of thousands of dollars for advanced melanoma treatment could soon see their costs slashed.

Cost of living pressures mount on first cabinet meeting

The prime minister is calling cabinet colleagues to Canberra weeks before parliament resumes to tackle mounting economic and cost of living issues.

Adding virtual reality to exercise can ease chronic pain, study finds

If you’re struggling to stick to a new fitness regime, University of South Australia research shows that virtual reality (VR) will not only make exercise feel easier but also ease chronic pain.

Australians willing to pay for everyone to access good drinking water

Australian households are willing to pay more than is needed to deliver safe drinking water to every Australian, according to new research from The ANU.
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