Married at First Sight Australia is under scrutiny for potentially mainstreaming dangerous misogynistic stereotypes and subjecting participants to harmful situations, amid allegations of domestic violence, coercive control, and inadequate vetting processes.
Eleven Australian activists detained by Israel as part of the Global Sumud Flotilla have arrived in Türkiye, where they are being assisted by Australian officials. The activists were among hundreds intercepted attempting to break the Gaza blockade.
Seven Australian women and 14 children, the last remaining citizens in Syria's al-Roj detention camp, have reportedly left for Damascus. They are expected to fly home soon, facing potential terror-related charges upon arrival.
Australia's government is reportedly open to altering its decision to impose a 30% tax on discretionary testamentary trusts. Health Minister Mark Butler stated that existing trusts are unaffected, and future fixed trusts are recommended. The budget also includes changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax.
Australian ISIS-linked women and children have returned from Syria, with opposition leader Angus Taylor reiterating his stance against their return. Meanwhile, political debate continues over the federal budget's tax changes, with the Greens seeking further concessions for property investors.
Australia's federal government is implementing a 30% minimum tax on discretionary trusts from July 2028. Other budget measures include divestment orders for Chinese shareholders in Northern Minerals, Coalition plans to restrict welfare access for permanent residents, and changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax aimed at boosting housing supply.
Social Services Minister Tanya Plibersek acknowledged the Australian government needs to better explain budget changes to capital gains tax and negative gearing, as polling shows public indecision and concern about the economic impact.
Australia's government is defending recent budget changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax, despite negative polling. Ministers argue the measures will boost housing supply for young buyers, while critics accuse them of breaking election promises.
