Families unable to afford school education supplies
Families are struggling to afford necessities for their children's education as costs continue to increase for school supplies, groceries and rent.
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Usman Khawaja has declared "all" of Australia's touring party were aware of the infamous 2018 ball-tampering plot as Cricket Australia defends their findings.
Australians shouldn't expect much relief out of the US midterm elections but the results paint a grim picture for governments battling cost-of-living pressures.
New Zealand electoral laws ban campaigning and media reporting on election day before 7pm, when polling places close.
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Trio charged after allegedly interfering with a corpse
Two men and a woman have been charged after they allegedly interfered with a dead body during an arranged viewing at a funeral home.
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Drink-driver nearly four times over limit in rural road blitz
A driver allegedly almost four times over the legal alcohol limit was among motorists caught during a police road safety operation in the Uriarra and Tharwa areas.
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From homelessness to Young Citizen of the Year
A 17-year-old school student who experienced homelessness, lived in 25 different homes and slept in cars, garages and on park benches has been named the 2026 Young Canberra Citizen of the Year.
A 39-year-old man has been charged with assault after another man died following an alleged altercation in a Goulburn hotel room.
Ahead of its official opening, those behind Sydney's biggest cultural project since the Opera House hope it will bring another part of the city to new life.
Coles chief executive Leah Weckert's short-term bonus has been slashed after the grocery giant lost two court cases related to promotions and unpaid overtime.
Major brands are pulling their stock from shelves and local businesses face uncertainty as David Jones enters administration, marking the end of an era.
Australia's product safety regulator will develop national safety standards for e-bikes as states continue to seize and crush illegal motorised rides.
NSW Police are offering a $250,000 reward to catch Coconut Cartel boss Anthony Pele, who is allegedly leading Sydney's underworld activity from Vietnam.
Canberra's annual celebration of Latin American culture, La Fiesta, returns to Civic tomorrow (November 7), with live music, dance performances, art and food.
The Middle East war is keeping fuel prices high for Qantas, driving a $3.8b bill and forcing the carrier to warn passengers of upcoming fare hikes.
Despite Donald Trump's party losing power in US Congress, cabinet members in Australia say the way they deal with the White House will remain the same.
Peak bodies have criticised the Productivity Commission for omitting issues such as tax and workplace relations in its review into boosting business output.
"Modern household appliances no longer come with simple dials. They come with digital touchscreens, wi-fi connectivity and a smug attitude," bemoans PAUL DORIN.
Commonwealth public servant wages outpaced their state counterparts last financial year as Labor struggles to stamp out consultant costs.
