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NSW to treat online tracking, monitoring as in-person stalking
New South Wales will soon recognize digital stalking, including online tracking and monitoring, as equivalent to in-person stalking under amendments to the Crimes (Domestic and Personal Violence) Act 2007, to be introduced in September. Read more
'Woke activists' take over Australia's education curriculum with climate alarmism
Kevin Donnelly criticizes Australia’s education system, arguing that "woke activists" have shifted the focus towards climate alarmism and away from traditional academic values, while Gina Rinehart echoes concerns about the diminishing emphasis on Australian values in schools. Read more
Novavax offers parents up to $3,000 to enrol kids in COVID-19 vax trials
Novavax is offering parents financial incentives of up to $3,000 to enrol their children aged from six months to 11 years old in a global COVID-19 vaccine trial, raising concerns about the ethical implications of such financial incentives for experimental trials on children. Read more
UN SecGen Guterres lashes out at governments issuing new oil and gas licences
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres condemned countries, including Australia, for issuing new oil and gas licences. Read more
Mark Zuckerberg admits Facebook actively censoring info on COVID-19
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg admitted that Facebook actively censored COVID-19 information under pressure from the U.S. government. Read more
Security experts note huge decline of Australia's soft power
Australia's influence on the world stage is waning, with experts pointing out the nation's drop from 6th to 14th place in the global soft power rankings over the past decade. Read more
Late-term abortion survivors denied medical treatment in Australia
Dr Joanna Howe raised alarm over the fact that babies who survive late-term abortions in certain Australian states are being denied medical care. Read more
Australia's 'eSafety' chief wants to censor free speech beyond country's borders
Australia's eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman-Grant is pushing for global censorship, arguing that Australian content moderation laws should apply beyond its borders. Read more
Women's group calls out Aussie judge for enforcing gender identity like it's the state of religion
A women’s rights group has criticised Australian judge Robert Bromwich for ruling in favour of a transgender woman in a discrimination case, arguing that the decision enforces gender identity as though it were a "state religion." Read more
Paedophile party advances at UN
The UN is facing backlash for a new treaty proposal that weakens penalties for child pornography. Read more
Muslim Votes Matter launched, targets 20 seats nationwide
The newly launched Muslim Votes Matter (MVM) grassroots movement aims to pressure the Albanese government over its stance on Palestine, targeting around 20 seats in areas with high Muslim populations. Read more
Albo gov't wants new privacy laws
The Albanese government is set to introduce new privacy legislation in September, significantly impacting both businesses and consumers. The proposed law will likely create stricter privacy protections and tougher penalties for data breaches, increasing the regulatory burden on companies. Read more
Red tape, green dream triggering largest exporter of LNG to run out of gas
Australia, a leading LNG exporter, is facing potential domestic gas shortages, as regulatory hurdles delay critical pipeline expansions. Read more
Popular Aussie cafe chain Gloria Jean backs cashless society
Gloria Jean’s coffee chain is set to trial a cashless payment system across select Australian stores, aligning with broader trends toward a cashless society. Read more
Tradie Fined $11.5k for Filling Council's Neglected Hole
A Melbourne tradie was fined $11,500 for filling a dangerous hole the council had neglected for six months, sparking outrage and a call for reform. Read moreAustralia's Growing Deficit and Economic Impact
Australia's current account deficit grew to $10.7 billion in the June 2024 quarter, largely due to falling iron ore and coal prices and increased payments to non-residents, marking the largest deficit since 2018. Read more
Payment Delays Hit Australian Small Businesses
Australian small businesses have seen a 50% rise in complaints, primarily due to delayed payments, with the construction and hospitality sectors most affected, while insolvency concerns are also growing. Read more
Victorian MP: No taxpayer support for rainbow toolkits
Libertarian MP David Limbrick criticizes the Victorian government's $14,000 "Rainbow Toolkit" program, claiming it pushes LGBT inclusivity onto children and burdens libraries during a cost-of-living crisis. Read more
Albanese criticises proposed GST cut tied to slow home building
Prime Minister Albanese opposes GST cuts for states that miss housing targets, warning it could harm Western Australia's budget and calling the opposition's approach illogical and harmful to essential services. Read more
No Jab, No Pay Policy Targeted by MP for Discrimination
Australian MP Russell Broadbent is calling for an end to the government's punitive 'No Jab, No Pay' policy, arguing it violates human rights by financially penalizing families for not vaccinating their children. Read more.
US-Led RIMPAC Military Exercises Threaten Pacific Stability
The ongoing Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercises, involving 25,000 military personnel from 29 nations, are seen as an escalation of US militarisation in the Pacific aimed at China, potentially provoking conflict and disregarding the environmental impact on island nations. Read more
Australia's Nuclear Submarine Plan Raises Radiation Risks
The Australian government's plan for nuclear-powered submarines under AUKUS has sparked concerns about radiation safety. Read more
Australian-Led Global Pedophile Ring Bust Nabs Hundreds of Offenders
A global pedophile ring, with over 500 members, was dismantled by Strike Force Parker, an elite unit led by New South Wales Police. Read more
Australia’s Next “Superfood”: Powdered Crickets Push as Alternative Protein
As part of the global push for "alternative proteins," Australia has embraced powdered crickets as the next superfood. Read more
Reducing Night Light Exposure May Help Prevent Type 2 Diabetes
Recent research from Flinders University shows that exposure to bright light at night could increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Read more
Australia's War on Tobacco Fuels Black Market and Gang Violence
Australia's aggressive anti-smoking policies have backfired, creating a $2 billion black market and gang wars in Melbourne. Read more
Murdoch Family’s NewsCorp Takes Massive Loan from China’s Central Bank
Murdoch’s media empire, including Fox News and Sky News Australia, took a $100 million loan from the CCP-run Bank of China amidst the Dominion Voting Systems lawsuit, raising questions about media integrity and foreign influence. Read more
Australian Senate Misses Key COVID-Jab Link to Excess Deaths
A Senate report on excess mortality in Australia is criticized for avoiding data showing that deaths surged following mass COVID vaccinations, rather than the virus itself. Read more here, here, and here
Migrant Expresses Concern Over Australia's 'Woke' Shift and Surging Immigration
A long-term migrant in Australia voiced concerns on ABC's Q+A about the country's shift towards "woke" values in education and climate policies, as well as rising immigration, questioning if Australia will remain recognizable. Read more.Pro-Vax Australian Leader Admits Government Was ‘Wrong’ to Push Covid Shots
Former NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet acknowledged vaccine mandates were wrong, stating personal freedom was disregarded. Read more.
Australia’s Plan for Future Pandemics
A future response includes targeted surveillance, digital IDs, and quarantine enforcement, focusing on individual tracking rather than widespread lockdowns. Read more.
Aussie Economy Crushed by Green Energy Policies
Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers blames interest rate hikes for Australia's weak economy, but conservatives argue it's the government's green energy mandates causing the nation's financial instability. Read more.
Daily Sceptic Criticises NewsGuard Over Vaccine Coverage
The Daily Sceptic defends its reporting on vaccine-related content, accusing NewsGuard of downplaying Australian data on adverse vaccine events and undermining public debate by dismissing concerns from experts and data on COVID-19 vaccines. Read more
Christian Doctor's Free Speech Battle: Dr. Jereth Kok's Five-Year Ordeal
Dr. Jereth Kok, a Christian GP, was suspended in 2019 for expressing conservative views online, sparking a legal fight over free speech in Australia. Read more
ASIO Clarifies on Gaza Visa Vetting for Palestinians
ASIO Director-General Mike Burgess clarified that Palestinians expressing rhetorical support for Hamas without violent engagement may not be automatically barred from entering Australia, sparking opposition calls for a visa ban. Read more
Labor’s Disinformation Portal Backfires as Users Report Party Ads
Australia’s Labor Party's new disinformation reporting portal is being flooded with reports of the party’s own ads, as citizens challenge their accuracy, particularly regarding nuclear energy. Read more
19-Year-Old Soccer Player Passes Away Suddenly in Sydney
Aurelia Haynes, a 19-year-old soccer player and law student, tragically passed away in her sleep, leaving the local Sydney soccer community shocked and heartbroken. Read more
Iran Summons Australian Envoy Over LGBTQ Rights Post
Iran summoned the Australian ambassador after the Australian embassy's social media post supporting LGBTQ rights during “Wear it Purple Day” was deemed offensive to Iranian and Muslim values. Read more
Australia Joins US and UK in Space Defense Effort
Australia will build a DARC radar site in Western Australia, as part of a U.S.-UK partnership to counter space threats, with operations expected by 2026. Read more
Australia Aims to Lead Global mRNA Development
Australia is investing millions in mRNA technology, aiming to become a world leader in the field through partnerships with companies like Moderna, despite ongoing concerns about the safety of COVID-19 vaccines. Read more
Australian Waterways Contaminated with Antidepressants Affect Fish Behavior and Reproduction
Research using water samples from North Queensland found that low levels of fluoxetine (Prozac) in Australian waterways harm male guppies, affecting their physical condition, reproductive success, and making them more vulnerable to predators due to inflexible behavior. Read more
Aussies Flock to Crypto for Financial Control and Low Investment Threshold
A new study reveals one in five Australians currently or previously own cryptocurrency, with low investment requirements and financial control as key motivators. Despite this, barriers like lack of knowledge hinder further adoption. Read more
Indigenous Leader Calls for Crackdown on False Aboriginal Claims
Nathan Moran, CEO of the Metropolitan Local Aboriginal Land Council, warns that identity fraud among those falsely claiming Aboriginal heritage is "out of control" and undermines genuine Indigenous authority, urging stricter regulations on self-identification. Read moreAustralia Declares $60 Million 'War' on Feral Cats
The Albanese government has committed $60 million to fight invasive feral cats threatening over 200 native species, using AI, traps, and community action in 55 locations across Australia to prevent further extinctions. Read more
WEF to usher in 'an era of shock events' to advance global agenda
Klaus Schwab of the World Economic Forum (WEF) has predicted "an era of shock events" to drive the global governance agenda. These events are said to reshape the global order, potentially diminishing the U.S.'s power as a superpower. Read more.Australia’s Economic Trouble Linked to China’s Property Crisis
Australia’s current account deficit has surged to $10.7 billion due to falling iron ore prices and reduced demand from China, driven by the collapse of its property market. Read more22-year report shows 80% of small businesses started by Aboriginals collapse within a few years
A report reveals that 80% of Aboriginal small businesses fail within a few years, mainly due to difficulty in securing capital and infrastructure. Many lack access to intergenerational wealth, limiting their ability to scale and thrive. Read more.