New taxes on the table to fund Melbourne’s Suburban Rail Loop

11 August, 2025

The Allan government is weighing five new tax and levy options to plug an $11.5 billion shortfall in funding for Melbourne’s Suburban Rail Loop (SRL), including a new car park levy in suburban areas and a tax on rezoned land. While the…

GREECE

Thessaloniki International Fair (TIF): Up to €2 Billion Package to Support the Middle Class

11 August, 2025

The government’s economic team is expected to present the final plan for the benefits package immediately after the August 15 holiday, to be announced at the Thessaloniki International Fair (TIF). The total cost of the measures is estimated to reach between €1.5…

SPORTS

South Melbourne secures record 10th Dockerty Cup title with inspired performance by Campbell Dovison

11 August, 2025

South Melbourne reaffirmed its dominance in Victorian football by clinching the Dockerty Cup for a second consecutive year, delivering a thrilling 2-1 comeback victory against Heidelberg United in a final that captivated fans with its drama and intensity. Heidelberg United stunned early…

WORLD

Israeli officials endorse Netanyahu’s plan to occupy Gaza City

8 August, 2025

Israel’s security cabinet has officially approved Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s plan to occupy Gaza City, a move confirmed by his office and seen as a major escalation in the ongoing conflict that has now lasted 22 months. The decision follows a lengthy…

CYPRUS·GREECE

Turkish blocks research vessel from conducting surveys on behalf of Cyprus

8 August, 2025

Turkey is reported to have blocked the research vessel Fugro Gauss, sailing under the flag of Gibraltar, from conducting geophysical surveys on behalf of the Republic of Cyprus in a maritime area that Ankara considers part of its continental shelf, according to…

AUSTRALIA·POLITICS

Albanese and Chalmers under pressure to act on negative gearing reform

8 August, 2025

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Treasurer Jim Chalmers are facing renewed pressure to overhaul Australia’s negative gearing rules amid growing concern about housing affordability and younger Australians being locked out of the property market. Unions and housing advocates are calling for the…

AUSTRALIA

Australia to purchase 11 frigates from Japan in a deal worth a reported $10 billion

7 August, 2025

Australia is moving forward with the acquisition of 11 Mogami-class frigates, which will be built by the Japanese group Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI), in a deal worth $10 billion. The announcement was made by Australian Defense Minister Richard Marles during a press…

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New taxes on the table to fund Melbourne’s Suburban Rail Loop

Thessaloniki International Fair (TIF): Up to €2 Billion Package to Support the Middle Class

South Melbourne secures record 10th Dockerty Cup title with inspired performance by Campbell Dovison

Israeli officials endorse Netanyahu’s plan to occupy Gaza City

Turkish blocks research vessel from conducting surveys on behalf of Cyprus

Albanese and Chalmers under pressure to act on negative gearing reform

Australia to purchase 11 frigates from Japan in a deal worth a reported $10 billion

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