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- Government VIC
- 24/02/2026
- 15:27
The Victorian Government’s bail reforms are creating unsafe and unacceptable conditions
Key Facts: Recent bail reforms have led to severe overcrowding in Victoria's police cells, with hundreds being moved between facilities in breach of human rights The situation poses particular risks to Aboriginal people in custody and is separating detainees from their families and communities Jesuit Social Services stands in solidarity with VALS and others, sounding the alarm about the treatment of Aboriginal people in police custody. Victoria's justice system is under significant strain, with overcrowded prisons becoming less safe and less effective at supporting community safety Jesuit Social Services calls for urgent government action to implement alternatives such as diversion…
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- Entertainment
- 24/02/2026
- 14:56
SYDNEY COMEDY FESTIVAL TO HOST TIFFANY HADDISH AND RICHARD GADD IN AUSTRALIAN-EXCLUSIVES
Key Facts: Tiffany Haddish and Richard Gadd will perform exclusive Australian shows at the 2026 Sydney Comedy Festival in April and MayHaddish will perform stand-up at the State Theatre (25th April) and Enmore Theatre (26th April)Gadd will appear in a one-night-only conversation event at Sydney Opera House (11th May), including discussion of his new TV show 'Half Man'Both performers are acclaimed artists - Haddish is an Emmy and Grammy winner, while Gadd created Netflix's hit show 'Baby Reindeer'Presale tickets available from 26th February, with general release from 4th March 2026 24thFebruary 2026:In a2026 Sydney Comedy Festival exclusive, two icons of…
- Medical Health Aged Care
- 24/02/2026
- 14:17
RACGP welcomes Winter Strategy to protect Western Australians
The Royal Australian College of GPs (RACGP) has welcomed the WA Department of Health’s 2026 Winter Strategy, acknowledging it as an important investment in reducing preventable illness and easing pressure on the state’s health system during the peak winter period. RACGP WA Chair Dr Ramya Raman said the expanded vaccination programs will help protect communities, especially children and working age adults who are often under vaccinated. “Winter places enormous strain on our health system, and these proactive measures will make a meaningful difference. Free access to influenza vaccination for more Western Australians will reduce severe illness, keep people well, and…
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- Government SA, Property Real Estate
- 24/02/2026
- 13:53
Portable bond reform a major win for SA renters
The McKell Institute welcomes the South Australian Government’s announcement of a portable bond scheme, a major win for renters across the state. The scheme, first proposed in a McKell Institute report Rewarding Renters and Landlords to Make SA Competitive, allows rental bonds to be transferred automatically between tenancies, ending the unfair practice of renters having to pay a new bond before their previous one is returned. Executive Director SA/NT at the McKell Institute Hannah MacLeod said this move is a significant win for renters and a smart step for the state. “This is practical reform that will make a real…
- Technology Innovation
- 24/02/2026
- 13:42
Kioxia Sampling UFS 5.0 Embedded Flash Memory Devices for Next-Generation Mobile Applications
Enhanced interface speed enables high-performance on-device AI features in smartphones TOKYO–BUSINESS WIRE– Kioxia Corporation, a world leader in memory solutions, today announced that it…
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- Government SA, Oil Mining Resources
- 24/02/2026
- 13:39
Major Win for South Australian Housing as Government Confirms Concrete Supply and Demand Study
Key Facts: Infrastructure SA to conduct 10-15 year supply and demand analysis for concrete and key materials in South AustraliaStudy will examine pre-mix concrete ecosystem, including production capacity, material inputs, workforce, and balance between local and imported materialsAnalysis represents breakthrough after years of advocacy from Cement Concrete & Aggregates Australia for Heavy Construction Materials PlanAssessment aims to safeguard future construction needs and prevent project delays amidst ambitious infrastructure programmeStudy will inform long-term infrastructure demand across public and private sectors, supporting housing, roads, hospitals and renewable energy infrastructureCement Concrete & Aggregates Australia (CCAA) has welcomed confirmation from South Australian Minister for…
- Community, Religion
- 24/02/2026
- 13:23
Ramadan Begins: Hejaz Launches Global “30 Days of Goodness” Campaign
Ramadan Begins: Hejaz Launches Global “30 Days of Goodness” Campaign As the holy month of Ramadan begins, Islamic financial services provider Hejaz is inviting…
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- Political
- 24/02/2026
- 13:00
$20,000 debt for every Australian: Time to get our house in order
Family First National Director and NSW Legislative Council candidate Lyle Shelton has expressed alarm at revelations from former Treasurer Peter Costello that Australia now…
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- Employment Relations, Union
- 24/02/2026
- 12:59
AWU SECURES HIGHEST PAID CIVIL CONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT IN AUSTRALIA FOR SUBURBAN RAIL LOOP TUNNELLERS
The Australian Workers' Union has today lodged a landmark tunnelling agreement for Package C of Victoria's Suburban Rail Loop, negotiated with CPB & Acciona. The agreement delivers the highest paid wages and conditions for civil construction workers anywhere in Australia and is a continuation of Victoria's proud tradition of first-class tunnelling agreements. AWU Victoria State Secretary Ronnie Hayden said the agreement set the benchmark for how major infrastructure projects should treat the workers who build them. "I am proud to have once again signed off on the highest paid civil construction agreement in the country. If this project is to…
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