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Is Australia doing enough in reducing corruption?

Politics & Economy The Law The Wire

According to the Transparency International’s Corruption Perception Index, Australia is in the top ten list of the least corrupted countries...

Melbourne exhibit capturing the voluntary assisted dying journey

Communications & Culture Health The Wire

A new photo exhibition in Melbourne has just opened, based around the controversial subject of voluntary dying. The exhibition is...

What you need to know about the Solar Maximum 2025

Science & Environment The Wire

Did you know our sun operates on a natural 11 year cycle, alternating between high and low magnetic activity? In...

Victoria’s bold move to support kids with public transport

Politics & Economy The Wire

The Victorian Government has announced free public transport for all children under 18. This change is expected to improve school...

How volunteers are shaping Australia’s future

Social Justice The Wire

Across Australia there are approximately 6 million volunteers who give their time for one cause or another. According to peak...

New relief for NDIS ineligible Australians: Foundational Supports

Health Politics & Economy Social Justice The Wire 22 May 2025

The NDIS is one of the successes from the Gillard government, offering support for people with disability.  However, the vison...

ACT government supports inquiry into First Nations Aboriginal deaths in custody

Politics & Economy Social Justice The Wire

A proposed inquiry into the treatment of Indigenous detainees in ACT’s adult prison aims to address overrepresentation of Indigenous people in...

Aboriginal Ranger Grants Program left out of NT Budget despite election promise

Science & Environment The Wire

Grants supporting the work of Aboriginal Rangers in the Northern Territory have been left out of the NT’s latest budget....

Dating and tracking apps raise red flags for coercive control

Social Justice The Wire

A content warning – the following contains themes of intimate partner abuse which may be distressing for some. Almost one...

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Australian Wine Industry Faces Dark Times

Politics & Economy The Wire

The Australian wine industry is currently experiencing significant challenges. Sales have plummeted as consumers are opting for lower-priced wines or...