Month: July 2026

‘Making $5 an hour’: Airbnb owners erupt as new ATO crackdown begins on July 1

New ATO Regulations Start July 1: Airbnb Hosts Facing Increased Scrutiny and Financial Challenges As the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) prepares to implement new regulations on July 1, Airbnb hosts

Abolishing conscription and securing a woman’s right to have an abortion was no easy task. It took decades of fights and tears to achieve this, but can be reversed in minutes if One Nation gets their way.

The Potential Reversal of Australian Freedoms: A Cautionary Perspective on Political Shifts Australia’s journey towards establishing and maintaining core social freedoms—such as the abolition of conscription and the right to

Australian man faces death penalty in Thailand after teen’s body found stuffed in suitcase

Australian Man Faces Potential Death Penalty in Thailand Following Tragic Murder Case A grave incident in Thailand has garnered international attention, highlighting the ongoing concerns over foreign nationals involved in

Notorious gang rapist Mohammed Skaf charged with 24 new offences

Mohammed Skaf Facing 24 New Criminal Charges Following Police Raid Mohammed Skaf, a figure widely recognized for his past criminal activity, has recently been charged with 24 additional offences involving

A reminder to chat to elderly people whenever you can

The Importance of Connecting with Our Elderly Community Members Throughout daily life, we frequently encounter elderly individuals in various settings—whether at the supermarket, waiting in line, walking in the park,

Why are data centres quietly being built around the country without any consultation with the public?

The Growing Network of Data Centres Across the Country: Unseen Developments and Community Engagement In recent years, the landscape of digital infrastructure has expanded rapidly, with nearly 280 data centres

Former Victorian premier Daniel Andrews to be immortalised with statue

Victoria Honors Former Premier Daniel Andrews with New Statue In a move to commemorate the tenure of former Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews, the Victorian government has announced plans to erect

I built Pollywatch to bring more accountability to government spending

Bringing Transparency to Government Spending: The Creation of Pollywatch In a landscape where government expenditure and financial transparency often seem hidden behind complex documents and scattered data sources, there is

Do people who refused the COVID vaccine feel silly now??

Reflecting on COVID-19 Vaccination Decisions: A Look at Expectations and Outcomes During the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, a wave of misinformation and fear-mongering spread rapidly across social media and

Why is “I just want it to be less crowded” not a valid reason for wanting lower immigration?

Understanding the Impact of Population Growth on Daily Life: A Perspective on Immigration and Urban Congestion In contemporary discussions surrounding immigration policies, much emphasis is often placed on issues such