Tag: Australians
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Anthony Albanese condemns ‘scourge’ of domestic violence, urges Australians to speak out
[ad_1] Key PointsAlbanese cited figures showing that on average one woman a week is being killed at the hands of someone they know.Advocates and politicians have been calling for urgent action amid an “epidemic” of violence against women. The federal government on Friday announced extra funding to support services for young men to tackle the…
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People in Vietnam and Cambodia have more faith in democracy than Australians, study shows
[ad_1] Key PointsAustralian satisfaction with democracy declines, lagging behind Vietnam, Cambodia and Taiwan.Study reveals declining confidence in Australian government since COVID-19.Education levels strongly influence Australians’ political system satisfaction. Satisfaction with democracy in Australia is falling behind that of its Indo-Pacific neighbours, new research has found. The alarming findings released by the showed 77 per cent…
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Australians resorting to theft amid high cost-of-living
[ad_1] Some Australians are turning to low-level crime to survive, as households buckle under the soaring cost-of-living. More than one-in-10 Australians, or about 2.4 million people, confessed to having stolen from businesses in the past year as they reached financial breaking point, a survey of more than 1000 respondents from comparison website Finder has revealed.…
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Indigenous Australians Say ‘Reconciliation Is Dead’ After ‘Voice’
[ad_1] The result of the referendum was decisive, and at the same time, divisive. It bruised Indigenous Australians who for decades had hoped that a conciliatory approach would help right the wrongs of the country’s colonial history. So, the nation’s leader made a plea. “This moment of disagreement does not define us. And it will…
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Here’s what we know about planned flights to repatriate Australians from Israel
[ad_1] Key PointsAn estimated 10,000 Australian residents and tourists are believed to be in Israel.Home Affairs Minister Clare O’Neil said there would likely be a large demand for the flights.The free-of-charge effort will start on Friday when two flights will depart Ben Gurion Airport for London. Australian citizens seeking to return from Israel are expected…
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No campaign making Australians ‘ignorant’ about the Voice
[ad_1] Indigenous Olympian and former Senator Nova Peris says the No campaign mantra of ‘if you don’t know, vote No’ makes Australians “ignorant” about the Voice to Parliament. The idea behind the saying “if you don’t know, vote No” is designed to expose the lack of detail presented for the Voice to Parliament and is…
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Rural health alliance calls for more funding for remote Australians
[ad_1] Key PointsA Pilbara GP has suggested city-based healthcare providers should serve up to four weeks in the bush each year.The National Rural Health Alliance says their research has found a $6.5 billion annual shortfall in rural health.A recent report published by the AIHW found rates of potentially avoidable deaths increased as remoteness increased. Pilbara…
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‘Seize the moment’: Pat Farmer calls on Australians to vote ‘Yes’ in Voice referendum
[ad_1] Former Liberal MP Pat Farmer has called on Australians to “seize the moment” and vote ‘Yes’ in the Voice to Parliament referendum. Mr Farmer reached the Sydney Opera House as he continues his run across Australia, advocating for the Indigenous Voice. “Let’s not leave this to our children and our children’s children to fix…
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Why many Australians are at risk of forgoing home insurance entirely
[ad_1] Key PointsInsurance costs surge 50 per cent for high-risk properties due to climate change and supply chain issues.Low-income households hit hardest, facing unaffordable premiums, risking disaster recovery.Actuaries propose subsidies, risk ratings and insurance pool to tackle affordability amid climate change. Households living in areas where the risk of flooding looms large have endured up…
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Australians love heavy cars. Why is that a problem?
[ad_1] Key pointsThe weight of cars in Australia is rising, with the average car weighing 2.05 tonnes.The two most popular new vehicles in Australia are utes, both of which are among the heaviest on the market.Heavy vehicles are harder to stop, make accidents more intense and emit more pollution. Australia has a weight problem, experts…
