Australia
Disability Rights Forum discussing Federal Election in WA
The Federal Election Forum on Disability Human Rights is set to go ahead today in WA. The forum is organised......
Brisbane’s “top tier” Olympic stadium announced, what could it mean for the community?
Following a number of hesitations and over three years of contentious debate, the Queensland government revealed last Tuesday that Brisbane’s......
Labor Submits Minimum Wage Rise Above Rate of Inflation
Anthony Albanese announced today that labor will make a submission to the fair work commission to recommend an increase to......
Budget towards Closing the Gap a slap in the face
Last week’s Federal Budget is still creating controversy, especially in First Nations communities. Treasurer Dr Jim Chalmers announced $1.3bn to......
Peter Dutton’s promises $2.2b Suburban Rail Loop funding cut
As the 2025 federal election approaches, infrastructure projects like the Suburban Rail Loop (SRL) and the Melbourne Airport Rail Link......
Australian diets to worsen by 2030, CSIRO finds
A new study by CSIRO researchers predicts a worrying trend in Australian diets, with fruit consumption expected to drop by......
Eid in Australia: Celebrating Culture, Confronting Challenges
Today, millions around the world will gather to celebrate Eid al-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan with feasts, family gatherings,......
Aboriginal child removal rate under scrutiny in WA
A new Human Rights Watch report reveals Western Australia has the highest rate of Aboriginal child removals in the country,......
Study: Australia’s literature curriculum still reflects colonial influences
Australia’s literature curriculum still reflects colonial influences, with a strong emphasis on white, male, and Western voices. The Melbourne University......
Airlines code of conduct to protect disability aids rejected
After a 7 month long senate inquiry, the government has rejected the Coalition’s Airline Passenger Protections bill. Disability advocates are......