As winter descends, Australians planning an overseas trip should be aware that renewing a passport may significantly impact their travel expenses. The cost of an Australian passport, which allows access …
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Why Are There Demands to Increase the GST When Politicians Remain Silent and Economists Push for Reform?
by adminAustralia’s goods and services tax (GST) system, currently set at 10%, is under scrutiny as experts argue that it needs an overhaul to better meet the nation’s fiscal needs. Introduced …
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Is It Permissible for Older Australians to Continue Driving? A Comprehensive Guide to Regulations for Senior Drivers Across States and Territories.
by adminA tragic accident in Melbourne involving a 91-year-old driver has reignited discussions about the safety of elderly motorists on Australian roads. The driver lost control of their Toyota Yaris, leading …
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Do You Trust the ‘Feels Like’ Temperature or the Actual Reading? An Explanation of How It’s Calculated and Why They Differ
by adminIn recent weeks, many Australians have been enduring particularly cold mornings and evenings, characterised by extreme weather phenomena like ‘bomb cyclones’ and polar blasts. However, there is often a disparity …
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Residents of Saint-Louis, a small town in France, have been prohibited from consuming tap water due to contamination by “forever chemicals” known as per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). This decision …
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For decades, the US dollar has reigned as the world’s dominant currency. So why is it now on the decline?
by adminThe Australian dollar has recently strengthened, but this improvement isn’t solely due to its own merits. Instead, it is largely attributed to the underperformance of the US dollar, which has …
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What Steps to Take if Your Child Attended a Childcare Centre Involved in the Alleged 70-Offence Sexual Assault Investigation in Melbourne?
by adminVictorian health authorities and police are calling on parents and carers to verify if their children attended childcare centres where a man named Joshua Brown was employed. Brown, 26, faces …
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Early risers on Friday morning will have a unique opportunity to witness a rare astronomical event. The moon will align closely with the elusive planet Mercury, creating a stunning sight …
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Victoria and southern New South Wales are currently enduring their coldest weather in this cold spell. The chill is expected to persist across eastern Australia into tomorrow. Weatherzone meteorologist Felix …
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In a significant escalation of the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict, US forces have targeted three key Iranian nuclear and military sites: Natanz, Fordow, and Isfahan. President Donald Trump characterised the strikes, …