An average cut of $7,000 to NDIS participant plans could hurt social supports providing the "only interaction with the outside world" for some people with disability, advocates warn, as the minister Mark Butler concedes the savings will have a material impact on participants.
Meta's policy director rejected claims that changes to content moderation policies increased antisemitic content. The company appeared before a Royal Commission, presenting data showing a significant drop in removed hate speech after policy shifts in January 2025.
A new community-run cancer support program has launched in Yarrabah, Far North Queensland, aiming to improve cultural safety for Indigenous cancer patients. The $2.3 million initiative, funded by the National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation and delivered by Gurriny Yealamucka Health Services Aboriginal Corporation, provides local care officers to assist patients with appointments, medical jargon, and family support, addressing a long-standing fear of the health system.
Senior WA government minister Paul Papalia is expected to announce his resignation this week, triggering a by-election in the southern Perth seat of Secret Harbour. The move could potentially benefit One Nation, which has seen a recent surge in support.
Concrete blocks, known as the 'Yellow Line,' mark Israeli-controlled territory in Gaza, shifting unpredictably and displacing Palestinians. This moving boundary, along with an 'Orange Line' buffer, effectively shrinks habitable land, leading to destruction and fear.
Tadej Pogačar and Isaac del Toro of UAE Team Emirates-XRG achieved a remarkable one-two finish on a Barcelona stage of the Tour de France. Despite a mechanical issue, Del Toro secured the win, while Pogačar's second place narrowed Jonas Vingegaard's overall lead to six seconds.
Pub Banc Group and Hotel Banc Group, which manage several popular Hobart pubs like Republic Bar and Jack Greene, have entered voluntary administration due to rising costs and changing consumer behavior. Apex Advisory will lead a sale process for the seven venues, which employ over 80 people, with the aim of reopening under new ownership.
