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Australian dream under strain as nation nears $1 trillion debt

Senator Dave Sharma For many in the Indian Australian community the promise of Australia has always rested on opportunity, stability and a high standard of...

‘Cuddle therapy’ sounds like what we all need right now

Websites promote cuddle therapists as specialists in platonic touch, offering a service to people who wish to cuddle for friendship, to relax or manage emotional challenges.

Is Australia at risk of a recession?

Measures from the ANZ-Roy Morgan Consumer Confidence survey show confidence fell to a record low in late March before edging up slightly in the latest reading.

“You don’t trust terrorists”: Emirati expert questions Pakistan’s credibility in US–Iran war ceasefire

Amjad Taha's remarks, while highly charged, reflect a broader unease among some Gulf observers who question whether Pakistan’s diplomacy is guided by principle or expediency.

Fuel prices are driving more Australians to EVs ‑ and secondhand cars are in high demand

Manufacturer order books are filling up, EV subscription services are full and wait times have blown out to months for popular models.

How to enjoy Easter chocolate without wrecking your sleep

Most of us will agree that chocolate is delicious. This is because it’s made of tasty ingredients such as cocoa, cocoa butter and sugar.

I hate it when other adults ‘parent’ my kids. What can I do?

These situations are often less about those involved “behaving badly” and more about emotions running high. This goes for kids and adults.

The Fair Work Commission has abolished junior rates of pay for most over 18s. It’s a positive step

It will boost employment prospects for this younger group, making them more competitive for available jobs.

Why do men sexually harass women at work? Science offers two explanations, but only one of them holds up

These behaviours are called “gender harassment” –which is the most common form of sexual harassment.

Cyclone Narelle is now larger and ‘more severe’ as it crosses the Western Australian coast

Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle continues to amaze us with its long journey across northern Australia.

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Australia partners with Indian cricket legend Kapil Dev to launch mental health initiative

“About the relationship between Australia and India, the governments are working very hard. For what Australia is doing for the Indian community there, I’d like to say thanks on behalf of them,”

Australia reaches 28 million people as migration drives growth, with one new resident every 75 seconds

The ABS estimates the population rose from 27.59 million in 2025 to 28.09 million in 2026, an increase of 491,743 people.

Victoria Police investigating targeted shooting in Melbourne’s north

The offender is described as a male wearing a black hooded jumper, black face mask or balaclava, black tracksuit pants
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