Almost 26,000 hectares of precious wildlife habitat faced the grim fate of destruction in 2024. This staggering figure included over 3,000 hectares of vital koala territory. The Australian Conservation Foundation’s recent analysis uncovered a distressing truth – an alarming surge in the approval of habitat clearance under federal environmental laws compared to the previous year.
Amid the hustle and bustle of political campaigns, the spotlight shines on Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and opposition leader Peter Dutton. The latest Guardian Essential poll paints a vivid picture of the shifting tides in voter sentiment across different states. Optimism Rising As 2025 unfolds, Australians find themselves more buoyant about economic prospects and personal
The year was 2007. North Shore private hospital, managed by Ramsay Health Care, stood as a beacon of hope for patients seeking mental health services. Little did they know that nearly two decades later, the landscape would drastically shift. In January 2025, the New South Wales government found itself at a critical juncture. Facing the
Veronica Stephan-Miller, a 54-year-old woman from Melbourne, found herself in an unexpected legal tussle with the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA). The situation raised serious questions about the agency’s processes, specifically concerning the revocation of participants’ access to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). Veronica, who has fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, ischaemic heart disease, and
Thousands of hopeful hearts converged in Sydney and Melbourne, their eyes fixed on the horizon where a long-awaited ceasefire between Israel and Hamas shimmered like a mirage. The air buzzed with anticipation, each soul carrying the weight of a 15-month war that had torn families apart and left homes in ruins. As the sun dipped
In the heart of New South Wales, a storm is brewing within the healthcare sector. Over 200 dedicated psychiatrists are at a crossroads, contemplating resignation amidst a backdrop of deep-rooted issues plaguing the mental health system. Imagine this: a group of professionals so committed to their cause that they are willing to take drastic action
An intriguing discovery has been made by Australian researchers that could potentially revolutionize the fight against drug-resistant superbugs. It all stems from an unexpected source – the humble Sydney rock oyster. Yes, you read that right – oysters may hold the key to combating some of the most menacing bacteria known to modern medicine. ###
—- Antisemitism Attack on Alex Ryvchin’s Former Home Imagine a peaceful neighborhood in Sydney where the only sounds are chirping birds and gentle breezes rustling through the trees. However, this serene image was shattered when an act of antisemitic vandalism struck a home once owned by Alex Ryvchin, co-chief executive of the Executive Council of
Australian politics are abuzz with Peter Dutton’s latest moves. The conservative leader is strategically positioning himself to win back voters in outer suburban and regional areas, hoping to sway the traditional working-class base towards his Coalition party. Dutton, often portrayed as a “strongman” in Australian politics, has been actively engaging in culture wars to shape
Airlie Walsh, a familiar face on the screens of the Today show, recently made waves in more ways than one. The seasoned reporter reached a confidential settlement with the Nine network after over a year of legal wrangling following her sex discrimination claim filed with the federal court. This news not only shocked avid viewers