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HEALTH

Whooping cough is surging in Australia. Why, and how can we protect ourselves?

There was a smaller outbreak between 2014 and 2017, with more than 60,000 cases in these years.

OPINION

The National Autism Strategy is urgently needed. Does the government’s new draft do enough to help those in crisis?

Education systems are struggling to meet the demand for the growing number of autistic students coupled with our expectation of inclusive classrooms.

INNOVATION

Samantha Mostyn AO Appointed Australia’s Next Governor-General

Ms Mostyn expressed her commitment to representing and serving all Australians with distinction, acknowledging the importance of her role in fostering positive change within the community.

OPINION

It’s getting even harder to find full-time work. So more people are taking second part-time jobs

Many people have had to either cut back on spending or find ways to supplement their regular income

INNOVATION

Dharmvir and Gurjinder Singh from Victoria drown rescuing toddler in Gold Coast swimming pool

A woman, known to the two men, was taken to the Gold Coast University Hospital in an emotional but stable condition.

OPINION

We teach school kids about safe sex. We need to teach safe sexting too

Instead of “don’t do it”, teens may be more receptive to discussions about consent and mutual respect for one another’s bodies

INNOVATION

42-year-old taxi driver stabbed in Sydney

A verbal altercation allegedly broke out between the taxi driver and the customer over fare.

INNOVATION

AFP’s Team: Behind the Scenes of International Rescue Missions for Kidnapped Australians

The Negotiation Operations Team is renowned for its ability to deploy and protect Australians both at home and in some of the world's most perilous regions, including Afghanistan and Somalia.

INNOVATION

Chinese criminal gang allegedly accused of laundering $39 million in illicit cash

The accused syndicate members from Box Hill, Doncaster East and Chinese national, have been charged with one count each of dealing with money or property.

OPINION

Instagram and Threads are limiting political content. This is terrible for democracy

It’s also likely to have a chilling effect, stopping content creators from engaging politically altogether.

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SPORTS

Hockey Victoria’s newest team ‘Melbourne Cobras’ launched with Indian elite players to boost standards and diaspora connection

Cobras will include five elite Indian players across the men’s and women’s squads, a move designed to strengthen the on-field standard while building a direct link with one of the sport’s most passionate global fan bases.

IMMIGRATION

Australia doubles Graduate visa fee to $4,600, leaving many international graduates scrambling

Association of Australia CEO described the jump as inequitable for students nearing the end of their study visas, warning Australia was developing a reputation for pulling “the welcome mat” away.

POLITICS

Matt Canavan elected Nationals leader after Littleproud exit, pledges ‘fight back’ agenda

Canavan’s first electoral test will come quickly, with the Nationals preparing for the Farrer by-election in May, which was triggered by the resignation of former Liberal leader Sussan Ley.