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‘Your life will become very uncomfortable’: AFP chief warns extremists and hate groups

Opening her address at Senate Estimates on Wednesday evening, Commissioner Barrett said it was the AFP’s first appearance since the Bondi Beach terrorist attack on 14 December 2025, which remains the subject of an active criminal investigation and a Royal Commission.

Six tips to survive and thrive in your first year of university

Reaping the benefits of uni doesn’t happen through hope or just turning up to lectures – you need to ask questions, and be an active, independent learner.

Chinese nationals charged over alleged spy plot in nation’s capital

A 25-year-old man and a 31-year-old woman were arrested on Wednesday and are due to appear in the ACT Magistrates Court.

Victoria Police search man over lewd act at busy bus stop

Police have released a computer-generated image of the suspect, who is described as being in his late 20s, with a stocky build, thick dark beard and moustache, and tanned skin.

Explosive CFMEU report alleges Jacinta Allan government ignored corruption linked to $15 billion taxpayer cost

The findings directly contradict longstanding denials by Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan, who has said she was unaware of corruption concerns until media investigations exposed the issue

Court fines western Sydney medical centre $36,000 over nurse underpayments

The Federal Circuit and Family Court imposed a $30,000 fine on Well Health Medical Services Pty Ltd, which previously ran the Well Health Medical Hub in Merrylands, and a further $6,000 penalty on its sole director, Irfan Khan.

‘Secret location’ arrest photo sends warning to Kazem Hamad’s crime syndicate across Australia

Hamad remains in custody at a secret location in Iraq, with the AFP confirming it is actively supporting the Iraqi investigation by sharing operational intelligence linked to crimes the force believes were committed or directed in Australia.

Taxpayer-funded activism: Jacinta Price puts ABC on notice over editorial failures

“It was ideological activism, aired on government-funded TV. Public money should never be used to fund racism or political activism.”

Victoria expands multicultural health advisory committee to improve access and equity

The framework aims to ensure all Victorians can access a safe, inclusive and culturally appropriate mental health system.

Yes, One Nation’s poll numbers are climbing. But major party status – let alone government – is still a long way off

One Nation’s recent boost is framed as a rise in right-wing populism tapping into a wave of global anti-immigration sentiment.

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Hundreds fail compulsory retests as bribery scandal rocks New Zealand’s licensing system

The requirement for mass retesting followed findings of what the agency described as “serious misconduct” by testing officers.

South Australia election countdown officially begins with Labor ahead and Liberals at historic low

South Australia’s election campaign is officially under way after Premier Peter Malinauskas and Deputy Premier formally received the writs from Government House, signalling the 28-day countdown to the 21 March state election.

Australian firms secure key deals through AI impact summit in India

Business delegates assembled by Austrade showcased the breadth of Australia’s AI ecosystem, spanning established enterprises, universities and emerging technology scale-ups.
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