At least 12 people killed in a mass shooting at Australia’s Bondi Beach
At least 12 people, including one of the two alleged gunmen, have been killed in a mass shooting at Bondi Beach, with NSW Police declaring…
Australia Considers Buying Israeli-Made Iron Dome Interceptor Missiles
Darwin, October 29: Australia is considering purchasing missile interceptor systems developed for Israel’s Iron Dome air defence system as the country moves to strengthen its…
Australia Opens New International Airport in Sydney
Darwin, October 25: Australia’s new international airport has opened to passengers in Sydney. Passenger flights began operating on Sunday (October 25) from Western Sydney International…
Maha Navami of Sharadiya Durga Puja Celebrated Today
Darwin, October 20: Today is Maha Navami, the ninth day of Sharadiya Durga Puja. Members of the Hindu community will observe the day through religious…
Deaths in Australia Expected to Outnumber Births by the 2060s, Report Says
Darwin, October 05: Deaths in Australia are expected to outnumber births by the 2060s, according to a government report, marking a demographic milestone that countries…
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Multiple Injured in Sydney Beach Shooting, Two Arrested
Darwin, 14 December: Australian police have detained two people following reports of gunfire at Sydney’s world-famous Bondi Beach. The incident occurred on Sunday (December 14)…
From Online to Board: Inside the Australian Clinic Treating Gaming Disorder, a WHO-Recognised Addiction
At Australia’s only publicly-run gaming disorder clinic in Perth, patients like 15-year-old Sadmir Perviz are replacing 10 hours of online gaming with board games. The clinic treats patients suffering from Gaming Disorder, a condition formally recognised by the World Health Organization (WHO) that psychiatrist Dr. Daniela Vecchio likens to substance abuse. The clinic has treated over 300 patients with a range of comorbidities.
Security Guard’s Aggressive Confrontation with Camera Crew Mars England’s Brisbane Departure
An airport security guard involved with the England Cricket team was filmed aggressively blocking and pushing a Channel 7 camera operator, Nick Carrigan, during the team’s departure from Brisbane. Seven Network confirmed the confrontation, stating the matter is being taken seriously as the incident casts an unwanted shadow over the upcoming Adelaide Test.
Social media banned for children under 16 in Australia
Following rapid federal legislation, millions of Australian children under 16 are banned from social media. The move, aimed at youth wellbeing, sparks debate over parental rights and rural isolation.
Six Teens Charged After Alleged Assault at Ellenbrook Secondary College
WA Police have charged six male teenagers, aged 13 to 16, following an alleged assault and wounding of a 15-year-old student at Ellenbrook Secondary College. One teen was also charged with carrying a blade.
Australia Breaks New Ground with Under-16 Social Media Ban
Australia is the first nation to roll out an age restriction ban for social media. Under-16s lose access to TikTok, Instagram, X, and more. Get the full details on platform penalties and exempted apps.
Experts Warn Social Media Ban May Harm Aussie Teens’ Mental Health
Experts warn that blocking TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube for over one million under-16s right before Australia’s long summer break could exacerbate anxiety and isolation for vulnerable teens.
Wind Shift Turns NSW Bushfire Into Home-Destroying Inferno
A rapid-moving fire near Koolewong on the NSW Central Coast damaged or destroyed at least 12 homes, leaving residents like Tony Stellino devastated on the eve of Christmas
Australian Under-16 Social Media Ban
Meta starts removing over 500,000 Australian users under 16 from its platforms ahead of the 10 December ban, which carries fines up to A$49.5m. The tech giant highlights the challenge of age verification across multiple apps