Household Power Bills Soar 27% Above Inflation, Sparking Concern for Australians

17 September, 2025

New figures reveal a sharp surge in electricity bills, with average household power costs in Australia rising 27.16% above inflation over two years. Data from energy comparison service iSelect shows the average electricity price climbed from $0.361/kWh in June 2023 to $0.389/kWh…

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Australia and Papua New Guinea fail to finalise defence treaty, sign communique instead

17 September, 2025

A long-anticipated defence treaty between Australia and Papua New Guinea failed to cross the finish line today, with both nations instead signing a communique in place of the formal agreement. The setback is seen as a significant blow for Canberra, which had…

WORLD

Tyler Robinson Charged with Charlie Kirk’s Murder – Could Face Death Penalty

17 September, 2025

Tyler Robinson, 22, has been formally charged in Utah with the premeditated murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, a killing prosecutors have called an “American tragedy.” At a press conference, Utah County District Attorney Jeff Gray announced charges including first-degree murder with…

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Social Media Ban for Under-16s: Protection or practical challenge?

17 September, 2025

The Australian government is preparing to implement one of the most ambitious child online safety measures in the world: a social media ban for children under 16. While the intention is to shield minors from cyber-bullying, misinformation, and excessive exposure, the rollout…

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Allan Labor government expands lead as Coalition struggles

17 September, 2025

Victoria’s Labor government under Premier Jacinta Allan has extended its lead over the Coalition, as voters increasingly turn to independents and minor parties. Exclusive Redbridge polling for the Herald Sun (September 3-11, 2,005 respondents) shows the Coalition’s primary vote dropping to 37%,…

WORLD

Guterres: “I am determined to restart talks on the Cyprus issue”

17 September, 2025

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres stated he is determined to act toward the resumption of talks on the Cyprus issue. Responding to a related question during a press briefing, he said: “I am not pessimistic, I am not simply optimistic, I am…

WORLD

Trump in Britain – “Prince” Charles gaffe, clash with Australian journalist, and hint of meeting with Albanese

17 September, 2025

Late Tuesday night, U.S. President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania landed in London to begin their official visit to the United Kingdom. They were greeted by U.S. Chief of Protocol Monica Crowley and Viscount Hood on behalf of King Charles. Before…

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Household Power Bills Soar 27% Above Inflation, Sparking Concern for Australians

Australia and Papua New Guinea fail to finalise defence treaty, sign communique instead

Tyler Robinson Charged with Charlie Kirk’s Murder – Could Face Death Penalty

Social Media Ban for Under-16s: Protection or practical challenge?

Allan Labor government expands lead as Coalition struggles

Guterres: “I am determined to restart talks on the Cyprus issue”

Trump in Britain – “Prince” Charles gaffe, clash with Australian journalist, and hint of meeting with Albanese

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