Nearly half of year 6 students fail national swimming standards
A new report by Royal Life Saving Australia has found nearly half of year 6 students…
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The Rise of Cyberchondria
Many of us have moments of being worried about our health. But for some people it…
Deadly Japanese Encephalitis spreads across three states
A second death has been sadly attributed to the deadly Japanese Encephalitis, following earlier reports of…
The Wire Weekly 15 March 2025
The Wire's stories of the Week all in one compact edition! Image: Image: The Wire First…
Survey: young Australians concerned about cost of living
The Mission Australia Youth Survey is the largest annual survey of young people in Australia. The…
Survey: journalists’ concerns about AI ahead of Federal election
A recent survey of over 500 journalists highlights growing concerns about the impact of generative AI…
Ex-tropical cyclone Alfred causes rebuilding challenges in NSW
As the cleanup from ex-tropical cyclone Alfred continues, federal and state governments are taking stock of…
Former President Duterte whisked away to the Hague to stand trial
In a surprise move the Philippines under President Marcos arrested former President Duterte on behalf of…
The Rising Tide of ordinary people, called by extraordinary times
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Birrarangga Film Festival wraps up in Naarm
Tomorrow is the final day of the biannual Birrarangga Film Festival in Melbourne, showcasing films and…
Disaster Legal Helpline available for ex-cyclone Alfred victims
Ex-Tropical cyclone Alfred brought rain, wind, and some destruction to South East Queensland and the Northern…
Port of Newcastle Climate Protesters to face local court today
130 climate protesters are expected to appear in Newcastle Local Court from today, pleading not guilty…