Australia’s spy agency had noted the prospect of terror attacks carried out by lone actors with readily acquired weapons after an anti-Semitic attack in the UK.
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More than a dozen manufacturers will share a $49 million funding pool to boost homes supply in the state, including advancing Pique’s modular housing facility in Perth’s north.
Curtin MP Kate Chaney has all but ruled out joining a political party after comments by other teal independents about countering the rise of One Nation.
Curtin MP Kate Chaney has all but ruled out joining a political party after comments by other teal independents about countering the rise of One Nation.
The newly introduced Forestry Act 2025 is expected to reshape forest management and conservation efforts across the country through major reforms aimed at strengthening sustainability and accountability. While speaking in Parliament, Minister for Forestry Hon. Alitia Bainivalu said the legislation establishes a modern framework focused on environmental protection, responsible forest management and greater involvement of landowners in the sector. The new law expands beyond timber harvesting and places stronger emphasis on biodiversity conservation, climate resilience, forest rehabilitation, research and fair distribution of benefits. Among the major reforms are the creation of a Forestry Advisory Council, an independent Forestry Tribunal, updated…
Fortescue’s pursuit of an increasingly ambitious real-zero agenda is testing government policy and stakeholder relations.
The Extra Premier League 2026 standings saw a major shake-up after an action-packed Round 10, with Extra Supermarket Labasa FC holding onto top spot while Lautoka FC surged into third place following a dominant victory. Labasa FC remains league leaders with 21 points after edging defending champions Stratum Rewa FC 2-1 in one of the biggest matches of the round. The Babasiga Lions continue to show consistency at both ends of the pitch, having scored 20 goals and conceded only 8 so far this season. Dayal’s Sawmillers Ba FC sits close behind in second place on 20 points after producing…
Tickets for the McDonald’s Fiji Drua Women home fixtures are now officially on sale. The two home fixtures will now be played at Lautoka and Ba following a confirmed venue update for the 2026 Super Rugby Women’s season. Originally scheduled for King Charles Park in Nadi, Lautoka’s Churchill Park will now host the Round 2 clash against the Western Force on Saturday, 13 June, followed by Round 3 against the Brumbies at Four R Stadium, Govind Park in Ba on Saturday, 20 June. Both matches will kick off at 2 pm. Fans can enjoy the action with grass embankment tickets…
A Heavy Rain Alert remains in effect across Fiji as a trough of low pressure moves in from the west, bringing unsettled weather conditions over the country. Cloudy skies and periods of rain are expected to persist until later Tuesday, with isolated thunderstorms likely to produce heavy downpours in some areas. Authorities warn that intense rainfall may trigger flash flooding, particularly in low-lying and flood-prone locations. Potential impacts include flooded roads, Irish crossings, settlements, and businesses, along with traffic disruptions and surface flooding in urban areas with poor drainage systems. Motorists are also being advised to exercise caution due to…
Mining heavyweight Fortescue has confirmed former chief executive and current executive director Elizabeth Gaines will step down from her duties.