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‘Dark history in Australia’: Indigenous groups resist nuclear power in Port Augusta

In the South Australian town of Port Augusta, Native Title holders and Indigenous activists are protesting the Coalition’s proposal to build a nuclear power plant on their traditional land. This is the latest Indigenous anti-nuclear protest movement in the state’s history, one of many since the 1950s. Produced By: Oliver Rodden Featured In Story: Karina …

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Social Media age ban could impact regional Australians

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The social media age ban announced by the Federal Government last week will prohibit Australians under the age of 16 from accessing social media platforms like TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and Snapchat. The ban, which passed the parliament with bipartisan support, is intended to combat mental health issues caused by social media use, as well as …

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Independent MP speaks on Dutton’s Election Promise to Defund EDO

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Last week, Opposition Leader Peter Dutton promised to defund the Environmental Defenders Office if the coalition wins next year’s federal election. The EDO is an environmental legal centre, running litigation and offering legal support in climate change and environmental cases. The election promise follows recent criticism of the EDO’s conduct in court regarding witness coaching, …

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Online disinformation prevention bill under scrutiny

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On Tuesday, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese defended the government’s disinformation and misinformation prevention bill, criticising dissent from the Coalition. Albanese is forging ahead with this bill, which is a holdover from the previous government and initially proposed in March of 2022. The bill, which is currently in a consultation phase, has garnered negative reactions from …

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Federal government face economic concerns and inequality

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Australia currently faces numerous economic challenges. The Reserve Bank is pushing for a higher rate of unemployment, the cutting of wages and higher interest rates in order to curb inflation. The housing market continues to be out of reach for many and inequality is rising. The government also faces a deficit which will soon be …

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Modernising the Hawke-Keating Legacy: Jim Chalmers new economic approach

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Recently, Treasurer Jim Chalmers has outlined his philosophy for a new economic model under the Albanese government. In a 6000-word essay entitled “Capitalism after Crises,” Dr Chalmers urges businesses to co-invest with the government to deliver ‘value-based capitalism’. A stark contrast to the economic approach of his predecessors, the Treasurer’s visions for the future leaves …

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Parliament passes energy with the assistance of crossbench

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The Federal government has passed the energy bill with the assistance of the crossbench. The bill is designed to cap energy prices and provide aid to Australians and small businesses who need support with energy prices. The Greens and Independent Senator David Pocock both voted for the governments bill, but have voiced concerns that it …

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