New Labor MP Basem Abdo Champions Palestinian Recognition Newly elected Labor MP Basem Abdo is pushing for stronger action from the Australian Government on the issue of Palestinian statehood. Representing Calwell in Melbourne’s north-west, Abdo says recognition must go beyond symbolic gestures. In an interview before Tuesday’s caucus meeting, he emphasized: “My position on this…
Israel’s Defence Minister has confirmed he ordered a strategic escalation in military attacks on Iran, stating the objective is to “undermine the regime.” The declaration marks the first official admission that regime change is a goal of the escalating war, now entering its second week. The announcement came as Iranian missiles struck deep into Israeli…
Chris Waller Tips McDonald to Become One of Racing’s Greatest Sydney’s top trainer Chris Waller believes that James McDonald will soon be recognised as one of the greatest jockeys of all time. As McDonald closes in on Damien Oliver’s historic Group 1 record, fans and experts alike are watching with excitement. Closing In on Oliver’s…
Auburn Kebab Shop Shooting Leaves Three Injured in Broad Daylight Attack Three people have been shot at a kebab shop in Sydney’s southwest, sending shockwaves through the local community. The shooting occurred around 1.15pm on a bustling retail strip outside M Brothers’ Cafe on Auburn Road. Paramedics rushed to the scene, working swiftly to treat…
Johnston’s Historic Chase Nears Completion Alex Johnston has always been humble about his accomplishments, carefully avoiding talk of records out of respect and superstition. But after Saturday’s explosive performance against the Storm, the South Sydney Rabbitohs winger can no longer deny what’s coming. With four tries added to his tally, Johnston now sits at 206…
Jo Harten’s Farewell Fuels Giants to Memorable Super Netball Victory Jo Harten farewell win became the emotional centerpiece of Round 14 as Giants Netball delivered a commanding 74–59 victory over the Melbourne Mavericks in Sydney. The match served as a powerful send-off for the retiring English legend, who announced this week she was ending her…
Polar storm lashes NSW with final burst of extreme weather NSW wild weather continues to disrupt daily life, as the last wave of a brutal polar system slams the state and the ACT. This final blast brought damaging winds, freezing air, and dangerous conditions, leaving a child injured and causing widespread destruction. Wind speeds peaked…
Public Mandate Meets Political Silence Labor’s landslide victory in the 2025 Federal Election has sparked renewed hopes—but also serious concerns—about the future of environmental policy in Australia. The overwhelming support from voters, 96% of whom demand stronger action to protect nature and native wildlife, places immense responsibility on the new government. Yet, early signs suggest…
Russian missiles and drones unleashed deadly force on Kyiv early Thursday, killing at least two people, injuring many more, and igniting fires across apartment blocks and non-residential buildings. The attack followed days of heightened Russian aggression and came just as the US resumed sending artillery shells and mobile rocket systems to bolster Ukraine’s defences. Massive…
Sydney Train Chaos Leaves Commuters Stranded Amid Peak-Hour Power Fault Sydney train chaos erupted on Tuesday afternoon as widespread power and wiring failures shut down key rail services just before peak hour, leaving thousands of commuters stranded and scrambling for alternatives. The incident crippled operations on the T1, T2, T3, and T9 lines, sparking delays,…
Court Rejects Roberts-Smith Appeal While Affirming McKenzie’s Journalistic Integrity When the federal court handed down its judgment rejecting Ben Roberts-Smith’s defamation appeal against Nine Newspapers, the justices offered a masterclass in the nuanced analysis of journalistic conduct. Unlike the sensationalist framing by outlets like Sky News, the court approached the controversial secret recording involving journalist…
Melbourne Exodus Myth: The Real Data Behind Population, Property, and Jobs The idea of a Melbourne exodus has dominated headlines since the pandemic, but the truth behind Victoria’s situation is far more complex. Before COVID-19, Victoria was booming—leading the country in both economic growth and population expansion. However, following a series of lockdowns, that momentum…
Flood Crisis Grounds Flights and Disrupts Commutes Thousands of Australians are facing severe travel disruptions as catastrophic floods continue to sweep across New South Wales, leaving devastation in their wake. Heavy rains that have already claimed lives and stranded tens of thousands have now shifted their wrath toward Sydney, grounding flights and causing widespread train…
The Fair Work Commission has delivered a major ruling against BHP, ordering the company to align pay for labour-hire workers with that of full-time employees. However, the decision leaves deeper wage theft allegations unaddressed. BHP Faces Landmark Ruling, But Deeper Issues Remain In a pivotal ruling, the Fair Work Commission (FWC) has ordered BHP to…
Pentagon’s AUKUS Review Raises Strategic Concerns in Australia The Pentagon’s decision to review the landmark AUKUS agreement—a trilateral security pact between the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia—has sparked anxiety in strategic circles. While the review is being positioned as part of Donald Trump’s “America First” policy framework, the reality is far more complex….
