A TikTok posted on Tuesday has gone viral for highlighting that the Australian Government is offering millions of low and middle income earners up to $500 annually in “free” superannuation contributions — but there’s a catch. To get the cash boost deposited in their super fund after tax time, eligible Australians will need to fork … Read more
A monumental bungle has allowed 10 detainees who allegedly breached visa conditions to walk free. The cohort were among 149 criminal non-citizens released back into the community following the landmark and controversial NZYQ ruling by Australia’s highest court last year. WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: Major visa bungle allows detainees to walk free. Newsletters: Breaking news … Read more
Superannuation will be included in paid parental leave payments as the government unveils a national strategy to achieve gender equality. Finance Minister Katy Gallagher will announce the reform and the strategy at the National Press Club on Thursday. The measure will come into effect on July 1, 2025 and follows the government’s pledge to expand … Read more
Private health insurance premiums are set to rise by more than 3 per cent, in the biggest increase in five years. The federal government has approved an average industry premium rise of 3.03 per cent, which will come into effect from April. More than 14 million Australians could be paying more for their health insurance … Read more
Forecasters did a “superb job” to give Queenslanders an “enormous amount of warning” about severe weather events this summer, according to the Bureau of Meteorology’s boss in a vehement defence of his staff. During a Senate estimates grilling, bureau director Andrew Johnson delivered a stunning rebuke to “aspersions on the quality of the bureau’s forecast” … Read more
Major changes to an “outdated” university loan repayment scheme have been recommended in an independent review into universities published on Friday. Relief for graduates could be allocated as soon as the May Federal Budget, according to Education Minister Jason Clare, who hinted at annual repayment savings of up to $1000 for some Australians, in response … Read more
Major reforms have been announced for Sydney Airport, hoping to address issues with flight cancellations and delays. A “recovery period” following severe weather or other major interruptions will be introduced, allowing more flights for a maximum of two hours at the airport following a disruption, so flight backlogs are cleared faster and passengers won’t have … Read more
The regional banking crisis is having unexpected consequences, with a Coles in Western Australia now having to pause cash-out in its store due to excessive demand. The Coles in Kununurra has experienced an increase in demand for in-store cash-out services following the closure of some bank branches in town. Coles says this is a temporary … Read more
Homelessness is increasing in hotspots where rents are also on the rise, prompting calls for increased funding for support services and more public housing. Half the people seeking help for homelessness in NSW are not receiving it due to underfunded services, the head of a peak agency for homelessness has warned. “NSW’s housing crisis is … Read more
Murderers were among 149 non-citizens released back into the community following the landmark and controversial NZYQ ruling by Australia’s highest court, overturning a 20-year precedent. Documents tabled in Senate estimates on Monday revealed seven immigrants freed late last year were convicted killers or sentenced for attempted murder. WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: Landmark NZYQ ruling triggered … Read more
