Festive frenzy is full swing ahead of Santa’s arrival
The countdown to Christmas is more frantic than festive for most Australians, with many tipped to complete their preparations with a last-minute rush.
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Undervalued and lonely: older Australians struggling
A majority of older people are experiencing loneliness and struggling to connect with society, with some even battling to leave their houses.
Stunned silence at Flemington over Melbourne Cup winner
Socialite Nicky Hilton Rothschild and model Liz Hurley were among famous faces at Flemington, as the crowd was stunned by the Melbourne Cup winner.
Meta’s latest news ban an error but maybe not next time
Facebook parent company Meta has told an inquiry it did not intend to block news stories from its platforms in August, but it is keeping its options open.
‘Kill switch’ considered to tackle high-risk AI
Artificial intelligence has been met with both concern and hype but government guidelines could help regulate its use in high-risk situations.
Anti-gay discrimination apology sparks call for action
The last Australian state to apologise for criminalising homosexual acts is being urged to follow the move with steps to end discrimination.
Fish markets gear up for Xmas, with mild weather likely
Thousands of people are expected to descend on fish markets around the country to buy seafood for Christmas, with mild weather forecast on the day.
Mummies among rare Egyptian treasures on show
The Discovering ancient Egypt exhibition, from the Dutch National Museum of Antiquities, features more than 200 objects spanning 3000 years of history.
More volunteers sought from generous nation of donators
Ways to get Australians donating more to charities and volunteering their time have been detailed in a Productivity Commission report.
Police approve pro-Palestine march for 10,000 turnout
Organisers of a pro-Palestine march in Sydney expect it to be the city's biggest protest since the Hamas-Israel conflict escalated this month.
Boys’ mistreatment prompts action on disability report
Five recommendations put forward by the disability royal commission will be adopted fully or in principle by the Queensland government.
Wheels in motion to get more children on their bike
Top Australian cyclists such as three-time Olympian Matt Glaetzer have joined celebrity fitness coach Michelle Bridges in backing a new learn-to-ride program.
Ageing population, climate to change face of economy
Australians 40 years from now will live longer and have fewer children while the country's economy becomes greener, a landmark reports shows.
‘Lonely’ female Pacific MPs meet in New Zealand
New Zealand has hosted a cross-Pacific forum for women MPs to help overcome some of the biggest challenges they face; loneliness and a lack of support.
Job applicants with English names get more calls back
Ethnic minorities receive half as many calls back when applying for jobs than those with English-sounding names, according to the results of a two-year study.
Satisfying relationships are good for women’s health
Women who have quality relationships in their 40s and 50s are less likely to develop multiple chronic conditions in older age, a study suggests.
Birth certificate program eyes expansion
A program issuing birth certificates to Indigenous Australians to help everyone access essential services is raising funds to expand nationally.