Australia

Call for towing training amid safety concerns

The Summer holiday season has just started, with many Australians kicking off their vacation with caravanning. An organisation called Drive is challenging the Governments lack of towing endorsements on full licensed Australians and urging mandatory training for towing. Currently, there are no specific restrictions for towing with a full license, allowing anyone with a C …

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Federal government unveils new migration strategy

The Federal Government has announced a new strategy for Australia’s migration system that seeks to solve national issues with skilled individuals. According to Settlement Services International, recognition of skill and experience has been insufficient. The Wire’s Calvin Lee asked SSI’s Head of Research and Policy, Dr Tadgh McMahon what this strategy means for migrant roles …

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Recap of COP28 summit in Dubai

The COP28 summit in Dubai concludes today, without a strong agreement to phase out fossil fuels. Instead, countries like the US, UK, Japan, and Australia won’t sign an agreement to ‘death certificates’, referring to the Pacific countries already affected by climate change. The Wire’s Eduardo Jordan spoke with National Radio News correspondent Amanda Copp and …

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Concerns of gambling lobby influences

A new bill targeting credit gambling could potential have flaws according to The Alliance for Gambling reform. There have been concerns of gambling lobby influence and ongoing corruption. A joint analysis with Transparency International Australia reveals that the gambling sector employs more lobbyists than other adult industries, sparking questions about transparency and the government’s commitment …

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Australian call for stronger climate action gains momentum among faith groups

Climate action is one of the biggest challenges we’re facing, and in Australia, the community wants a better plan to tackle the issue. A grassroots group called the Faith Ecology Network has written to the Federal Environment Minister, Tania Plibersek, urging greater protection of the environment. Environmental protest is gaining momentum across faith groups and …

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Heightened climate change concerns amongst young people: survey

In a new youth survey by Mission Australia, Young people are deeply concerned about environmental issues. Almost a quarter of respondents express significant personal concern about climate change. The survey reveals that after the environment, equity and discrimination  and economic matters are also high-priority issues. The challenges faced by young people, including mental health, and …

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