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Australia's population has hit the 27 million mark nearly two decades earlier than many anticipated.
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Support spend reported
New data shows the size of spending on community services.
Medibank hacker named
The Federal Government has sanctioned a Russian national for his involvement in the 2022 Medibank data breach.
ALRC outlines justice probe
The Australian Law Reform Commission (ALRC) will conduct an inquiry into the justice system's approach to sexual violence.
Achievement falls in funding gap
Public school financial shortfalls could be widening the achievement gap, new figures show.
Water probe sought in NSW
The Greens are calling for an urgent water market inquiry after reports showed evidence of dodgy trading.
Hunter lodges desal plan
Hunter Water is looking to build a new desalination plant in Belmont.
Poorer regions fluoride deprived
Disadvantaged Queenslanders face higher dental disease risk due to a lack of fluoridated water.
Sydney tests recycled supplies
Sydney Water is running a research project aimed at large-scale water recycling for gardens and parklands.
Bill sought for port fight
DP World has called for government intervention in port disputes.
ATO fight heads for Fair Work
The Taxation Officers’ Branch of the Australian Services Union (ASU) has escalated its pay dispute ...
BoM slammed amid uncertainty
With wild weather across the country, armchair experts are attacking the Bureau of Meteorology with renewed fervour.
Fall risk rises with age
Australia's ageing workforce will bring an increased risk of workplace falls, research shows.
Hospital violence scares staff
Albury Wodonga Health has reported a significant 80 per cent increase in incidents of violence and aggression towards its staff.
Smart glasses open senses
Federal funding is helping to develop smart glasses for the vision impaired.
Experts spot new drugs
Chemists at Australia's premier drug checking facility have identified three new recreational substances.
Green suit risk studied
Investors and regulators may not be fully accounting for the financial risks posed by climate lawsuits, research suggests.
Bill help for NSW
A new energy bill relief package has been announced for NSW’s most vulnerable households.
Feds block Hastings farm
The Federal Government has refused a Victorian offshore wind farm proposal, citing environmental concerns at the Port of Hastings.
NT zero goals questioned
Climate experts have raised serious questions about the Northern Territory's ability to meet its 2050 net zero emissions target.
Big players sign gas deal
The Albanese Government has brokered a new deal with gas giants Woodside and Esso.