More than 1,000 workers across seven local councils in Melbourne are set to walk off the job next month on the same day the Victorian government releases its budget, with garbage collection to be impacted by the strike.
Thousands of Jacana Energy customers in the Northern Territory are facing massive power bills, some exceeding $6,000, due to a smart meter system bungle by Power and Water Corporation (PWC). Billing delays and discrepancies have caused significant financial strain for residents.
ACOSS urges the federal government to consider age and wealth together to tackle the growing generational wealth gap. Younger Australians under 35 hold only 7% of national wealth, while older households hold the majority. Renting is also highlighted as an essential service needing government intervention.
Egypt coach Hossam Hassan expressed frustration after his team's World Cup elimination by Argentina, citing refereeing errors and external pressure. Hassan claimed his team was treated unfairly, with a disallowed goal and a missed penalty review contributing to the loss. He also questioned the noon match start time in Atlanta.
Defence Industry Minister Pat Conroy criticized China's support for Russia and its "systemic challenge" to NATO while attending a defense ministers' meeting in Turkiye. He also highlighted Australia's commitment to Ukraine and its growing network of Pacific defense alliances.
Devastated parents of a child abused by childcare worker David James are demanding urgent reforms to the out-of-hours care system. They call for mandatory CCTV, more staff, and a ban on male educators, while expressing lost trust in police and the court system.
Australia is expected to avoid a recession despite substandard growth, while living standards are set to languish. In UK politics, Nigel Farage resigns as MP but will fight a byelection. The World Cup saw Argentina come from 2-0 down to beat Egypt 3-2 with a Messi goal.
