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Virgin Australia Velocity Double Miles For United Airlines Flights To/From Australia Through September 30,
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Virgin Australia considers switching orders from 737 MAX 10 to 737 MAX 8s : Budget airline Virgin Australia is reported to be considering switching at least ...
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Airline review: Virgin’s extra legroom seats are a bargain on this route: This flight to an island paradise features Virgin’s cheapest upgrade to ‘Economy X’ at ...
smh.com.au/traveller/reviews-and-advice/airline-review-virgin-s-extra-legroom-seats-are-a-bargain-on-this-route-20240404-p5fhh2.html
Garuda Indonesia Status Match For Qantas & Virgin Australia Elite Members (Sign Up By June 30, 2024)
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Are airlines making more money from frequent flyer programs than actually flying planes?
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-05/are-frequent-flyer-programs-worth-it-loyalty-programs/103629600
Disability advocate Shane Hryhorec says he was 'patronised' and 'humiliated' on Virgin Australia flight
abc.net.au/news/2024-03-25/disability-advocate-patronised-and-humiliated-on-flight/103627592
Non-stop from #Brisbane, Australia to Vanuatu for only $508 AUD roundtrip with Virgin Australia #Travel
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Traveller Letters: Virgin ‘perk’ of platinum, gold status is totally useless: “One of the perks of being a Virgin Australia gold or platinum member when flying ...
theage.com.au/traveller/travel-news/traveller-letters-virgin-perk-of-platinum-gold-status-is-totally-useless-20240411-p5fj3w.html
Virgin’s huge win against world’s airlines: Virgin Australia has won best cabin crew for the sixth year in a row.
news.com.au/travel/travel-advice/flights/virgin-australias-huge-win-against-airlines-from-around-the-world/news-story/89c1175feb3efdec073c13704c948b96
‘Fills an important gap’: Virgin’s new move: Australians can now earn Velocity Frequent Flyer points on their electricity and gas plans with AGL under a new ...
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I was stranded in a wheelchair at the airport. Something’s finally being done: Eighteen months ago, I was almost left stuck on the kerb in a wheelchair at Sydney ...
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Buy Air Canada Aeroplan Points With 80% Bonus (1.43 Cents Per Point): Air Canada Aeroplan is offering an 80% bonus on purchased points. Is this an offer you ...
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Four Groundbreaking Innovations Transforming the Airline Industry This Month | Future of Travel
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Boeing Problems Delay Virgin Australia Aircraft Delivery: Report: Virgin Australia Airlines Pty Ltd. has pushed back plans to receive new aircraft due to Boeing ...
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‘P***ed off’: Outrage at gym’s sudden change: EXCLUSIVE
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‘Not good’: Bad news for Aussie flyers: An aviation analyst’s prediction for Australian domestic airfares in 2024 spells bad news for travellers.
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Teenager charged with ‘terrorism’ over Australia church stabbing attack: Boy was arrested at the scene after Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel was attacked during a ...
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Quick Glance: Teenager Accused of Sydney Church Stabbing Displays Signs of Mental Illness, Court Reveals
- A teenage boy facing a potential life sentence for terrorism in the stabbing of a bishop has exhibited behaviors consistent with mental illness or intellectual disability, according to his lawyer.
- The 16-year-old is alleged to have traveled 90 minutes from his home to attack Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel during a livestreamed sermon at Christ the Good Shepherd Church in Wakeley, Sydney.
- Investigators from a joint counter-terrorism team, comprising state and federal police and Asio staff, interviewed the boy in his hospital bed before charging him with committing a terrorist act.
- A brief of evidence is set to be presented when the matter returns to court on June 14.
Australia set for a new normal with a mild winter, uncertain snowfall: The El Nino pattern has reverted to neutral while a La Nina could form after July ...
smh.com.au/environment/climate-change/australia-set-for-a-new-normal-with-a-mild-winter-uncertain-snowfall-20240417-p5fkfn.html
Channel Seven seeks ‘people and culture manager’ amid Lehrmann fallout, but where is the head of news?
theguardian.com/media/2024/apr/19/channel-seven-seeks-people-and-culture-manager-amid-lehrmann-fallout-but-where-is-the-head-of-news
Singapore loses ‘world’s best airport’ title, Melbourne top in Australia: Twelve-time winner Changi has been edged out of top spot, while Melbourne has been ...
theage.com.au/traveller/travel-news/singapore-loses-world-s-best-airport-title-melbourne-top-in-australia-20240418-p5fkxk.html
Teenager dies after suspected crocodile attack in the Torres Strait : Body of 16-year-old boy discovered with injuries ‘consistent with a crocodile attack’ as ...
theguardian.com/australia-news/2024/apr/19/torrest-strait-crocodile-attack-teen-dead-thursday-island-saibai
We’ve been told we need to work from the office full-time. Why?: A blanket everyone-back-to-work policy is rarely a judicious move, especially when so many ...
smh.com.au/business/workplace/we-ve-been-told-we-need-to-work-from-the-office-full-time-why-20240418-p5fkvh.html
Fossil of snake 'bigger than a school bus' discovered at coal mine:
9news.com.au/world/most-spectacular-ancient-finds-discovered-by-humans/8fb77b2a-a146-4699-ab9c-2b1df97af2c8
Homeless high schooler Tyler Palm describes couch surfing, working a job to stay afloat
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-19/tyler-palmer-describes-being-a-homeless-youth/103735698
ABC Radio Melbourne’s shows fail to recapture audiences: Listeners tuned out of the station’s breakfast show, hosted by Sammy J, and its mornings show ...
theage.com.au/business/companies/abc-radio-melbourne-s-shows-fail-to-recapture-audiences-20240418-p5fkqg.html
Proof dog owners are the worst people: OPINION
news.com.au/lifestyle/home/pets/dog-owners-are-some-of-the-most-entitled-and-selfish-people/news-story/599e3173da541df94d0acc60c8b1ac29
Rare black-footed ferrets successfully cloned from frozen tissue samples in the US
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-19/black-footed-ferret-cloned/103744704
Love nest: how a musk lorikeet fell for a red-tailed black cockatoo: Two parrots have formed a unique relationship after arriving at a Tasmanian wildlife ...
theguardian.com/australia-news/2024/apr/19/musk-lorikeet-red-tailed-black-cockatoo-friendship-bonorong-wildlife-sanctuary-raphael-george
Reuters photographer wins World Press Photo of the Year with poignant shot from Gaza
apnews.com/article/world-press-photo-year-award-reuters-gaza-205161b1b447a1bba942f427a5ba24c9
LSU senior Haleigh Bryant wins AAI award, given to the nation's top college gymnast
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Teen charged over alleged church attack: A teenager has been charged after allegedly attacking an Assyrian Christian bishop during a livestreamed service at a ...
news.com.au/national/crime/teen-16-charged-over-assyrian-bishops-alleged-stabbing-in-sydneys-west/news-story/16e66fffdddb281dffa0f52997a68d2a
Australia News Today: Defence Spending, New Zealand Inflation, Mining Stocks: Good morning everyone, it’s Ben here on a brisk Canberra morning ...
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Roxy, 43, reveals ‘secret’ she’s been keeping: The notoriously public Roxy Jacenko has revealed the secret successful business she’s behind.
news.com.au/lifestyle/real-life/news-life/a-famous-aussie-has-just-started-a-new-business/news-story/33f5b12128ce6289d0fa1a2b1864bdaa
After Months of Cocaine Washing Ashore, Australian Police Make an Arrest: Drug parcels kept showing up on beaches along Australia’s shoreline. Now ...
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States back vaping bans, urging federal parliament to act: Health ministers from around the country have backed the federal government's proposed vaping bans ...
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-19/states-back-vaping-bans-urging-federal-parliament-to-act/103745786
HECS debt expected to grow more than 4pc as high indexation continues: HECS-HELP debts are forecast to rise between 4.2 and 4.8 per cent this year ...
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-18/hecs-debt-indexation-high-university-student-fee-payments-grow/103733440
Aussie roasted for ‘accidental’ home purchase: OnlyFans star and business owner, Karina Irby, has gone viral for revealing that she “accidentally” bought an ...
news.com.au/finance/real-estate/buying/young-aussie-roasted-for-claiming-she-accidentally-bought-a-new-home/news-story/f0d67f61901909d1a575fe82bf49fa23
Steph Rice wiped from swimming history: A red-hot Kaylee McKeown swam the fourth fastest women’s 400m medley in history Thursday but said she did not plan to ...
news.com.au/sport/olympics/swimming/steph-rice-wiped-from-swimming-history-aussie-shatters-another-record/news-story/8cb5c8488dc51dfeae1f18353fe7b21d
Australian owners about to be reunited with beloved pup in UK after airport escape
9news.com.au/national/milo-the-dog-owners-ready-to-be-reunited-with-beloved-pup-in-uk-after-escape-from-melbourne-airport/14505510-eecd-4f81-9104-0ed24fbfb30b
Neighbours fans slam ‘disgusting’ storyline: If you haven’t been keeping up with Neighbours since the briefly-defunct Aussie soap was rebooted last year ...
news.com.au/entertainment/tv/neighbours-fans-horrified-by-shows-disgusting-new-storyline/news-story/81a05e1d339226d4e8cb36a05c74389b
Australia Mining Stocks Trail Dragged by Iron Ore, China Bumpy Recovery: The performance of Australia’s mining stocks is lagging their global peers by the the ...
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Stabbed Sydney bishop says he forgives attacker : An Assyrian church bishop who was stabbed during a service at his church said on Thursday he was recovering ...
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Great Barrier Reef: Worst coral bleaching ever observed: The Great Barrier Reef off Australia's coast suffers from water temperatures that are too warm ...
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Olyroos’ Paris hopes in peril after shocking defeat to Indonesia: The result will invite fresh scrutiny of coach Tony Vidmar’s methods and selection decisions ...
theage.com.au/sport/soccer/olyroos-paris-hopes-in-peril-after-shocking-defeat-to-indonesia-20240419-p5fl2a.html
The hidden Melbourne beach teeming with rare fossils: Mega sharks and a bird with a six-metre wingspan graced our shoreline 5 million years ago ...
theage.com.au/national/victoria/the-hidden-melbourne-beach-teeming-with-rare-fossils-20240417-p5fklg.html
Australian states and territories united in support of federal bill banning non-prescription vapes
theguardian.com/australia-news/2024/apr/19/australia-vape-ban-bill-states-prescription-only
Sad reality of viral TikTok video: One Melbourne woman who has outshone stars such as Beyonce is set to take over TikTok with the most liked video of all time.
news.com.au/lifestyle/real-life/news-life/sad-reality-of-melbourne-womans-viral-tiktok-video/news-story/62ffdf074d54940f640b7a4ccb527939
Tanya Plibersek chose to protect Quandamooka dugongs this time around. But Quandamooka people say the fight is not over
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-19/tanya-plibersek-chose-to-protect-quandamooka-dugongs/103741914
Fake snakes, bricks, sneakers: How Sydneysiders are fighting the cockatoo bin war
smh.com.au/national/nsw/fake-snakes-bricks-sneakers-how-sydneysiders-are-fighting-the-cockatoo-bin-war-20240418-p5fkvs.html
Customers caught in firm’s $900k collapse: An Australian company has collapsed leaving a trail of creditors owed more than $900,000, including up to 20 customers ...
news.com.au/finance/business/other-industries/melbourne-company-collapses-owing-900k/news-story/ef29525c553a4bba1b3cac2239f06e0d
Lleyton and Bec’s daughter, 18, stuns: Mia Hewitt has been spotted living her best life in Bondi.
news.com.au/entertainment/celebrity-life/celebrity-kids/celebrity-kid-18-has-been-spotted-living-her-best-bondi-life/news-story/f8ab824b175bb7f24d4bfb212b7ec972
‘Explain why Australians are paying more’: Multinationals to face supermarket inquiry
smh.com.au/business/companies/explain-why-australians-are-paying-more-multinationals-to-face-supermarket-inquiry-20240417-p5fkjp.html
Australia needs a plan for war to ‘focus the national mind’, Michael Pezzullo says
theguardian.com/australia-news/2024/apr/18/michael-pezzullo-australia-war-plan-book-former-secretary-home-affairs
‘It just spiralled’: Meg Lanning opens up on struggles that led to cricket retirement
theguardian.com/sport/2024/apr/18/meg-lanning-cricket-retirement-former-australia-captain
Australia’s Ghost Shark Uncrewed Submarine Breaks Cover: The Ghost Shark is Australia’s ambitious extra-large autonomous undersea vehicle ...
twz.com/sea/australias-ghost-shark-large-uncrewed-submarine-breaks-cover
Disability advocates call for better venue accessibility as Pavely app co-creator hopes for expanded rollout
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-18/disability-advocates-call-for-more-inclusivity-at-venues/103729332
'Zombie projects' warning as mammoth federal green scheme comes in for questioning
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-19/analyst-warns-federal-green-scheme-could-create-zombie-projects/103740540
Lisa Wilkinson won in court, but is this the end of her TV career?: The Bruce Lehrmann defamation trial is finally behind her, so what can one of TV’s ...
smh.com.au/culture/tv-and-radio/lisa-wilkinson-won-in-court-but-is-this-the-end-of-her-tv-career-20240418-p5fkqs.html
Hollywood exec’s wild Sweeney claims: A top Hollywood producer has made some shocking remarks about actress Sydney Sweeney.
news.com.au/entertainment/celebrity-life/sydney-sweeney-cant-act-and-isnt-pretty-claims-top-hollywood-exec/news-story/56fbc96fd82a4415068fce788d8e4cb3
Jet-lag free: The best short overseas holidays from Australia: The latest on short international holidays with Australia’s most experienced travel writers from ...
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U.S. Basketball Writers Association will name women's coaching award after UConn's Geno Auriemma
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Quick Glance: U.S. Basketball Writers Association Honors UConn's Geno Auriemma with Coaching Award Recognition
- The U.S. Basketball Writers Association revealed the decision to name their annual women's national coach of the year award after Geno Auriemma from UConn.
- Having just concluded his 39th season at the school, the 70-year-old coach led the Huskies to their 23rd Final Four.
- Successfully guiding UConn to 11 national championships and six flawless seasons, he has been a standout recipient of the USBA award.
- Auriemma's impressive record of 1,213-162 places him second on the all-time Division I wins list, trailing only three games behind Stanford's Tara VanDerveer.
Australia's Santos posts fall in quarterly revenue on lower production, volumes: Australian oil and gas producer Santos said on Thursday its first-quarter ...
reuters.com/business/energy/australias-santos-first-quarter-revenue-falls-14-2024-04-17/
Nadal to ‘give everything and die’ after loss: Rafael Nadal suffered his first defeat on his return to tennis after injury as he fell 7-5 6-1 against Alex de ...
news.com.au/sport/tennis/alex-de-minaur-makes-tennis-history-against-rafael-nadal/news-story/f49a1048bb0c5f08f57ea444c1ed62dd
Quick Glance: Rafael Nadal's Exit from 2024 Barcelona, Defeat to Alex de Minaur in Second Round
- The 12-time champion couldn’t replicate his first-round performance, exiting the Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell against the fourth-seeded Aussie.
- Nadal's comeback at the Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell concluded in the second round on Wednesday on the unseeded icon's home court.
- De Minaur, seeded fourth in Barcelona, defeated the living legend in a straight-set victory to advance to the third round.
- Overall, Nadal managed just 11 winners to 42 unforced errors, while De Minaur played the cleaner match with 21 to 26, respectively, awaiting the Aussie in the third round will be either No. 16 seed Arthur Fils or Daniel Altmaier.
‘Don’t understand’: Fury at ‘rubbish’ NRL coup: James Fisher-Harris’ new deal with the Warriors has raised a major question — how exactly has the New Zealand ...
news.com.au/sport/nrl/i-dont-understand-kent-questions-rubbish-warriors-coup-in-nrl-contract-law-concern/news-story/1f831e751eeb5b8d15dcbd133e1b8713
Vegan chocolate crowned Supreme Champion at Outstanding Food Producer Awards: Mind Your Temper's Black Forest Bonbon is being touted as 'so good it doesn't taste ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/514660/vegan-chocolate-crowned-supreme-champion-at-outstanding-food-producer-awards
Kyle savages radio rivals after big win: Kyle Sandilands issued a backhanded compliment to his radio rivals after the Kyle and Jackie O Show won their 42nd ...
news.com.au/entertainment/tv/radio/kyle-sandilands-celebrates-radio-shows-1-rating-disses-nova-and-2gb-hosts/news-story/8d1fa10cceb999005b4f6a21f2a25cbd
Cannes announces honorary Palme d’Or for Studio Ghibli: This marks the first time the honorary award is going to a group instead of an individual.
japantimes.co.jp/culture/2024/04/18/entertainment-news/news-studio-ghibli-cannes-honorary-palme-dor/
Quick Glance: Studio Ghibli Receives First-Ever Honorary Palme d’Or in Cannes
- The acclaimed Japanese animation house Studio Ghibli, known for films like Spirited Away, My Neighbor Totoro, and Oscar-winner The Boy and the Beast, is set to be honored with an honorary Palme d’Or at Cannes as the first group to receive this prestigious award.
- Typically awarded to individuals, past recipients include Tom Cruise, Michael Douglas, and Harrison Ford, with Star Wars creator George Lucas also being recognized at the 77th edition of the festival.
- Studio Ghibli is synonymous with veteran directors Hayao Miyazaki and Isao Takahata, who have created iconic animated features under the studio's banner over the past four decades.
- Filmmaker Miyazaki has garnered multiple Oscars, and the studio has produced over 20 films, including masterpieces like Princess Mononoke and Howl's Moving Castle. The group acknowledgment highlights Studio Ghibli's significant impact in the film industry.
Chilean report into LATAM Airlines flight plunge finds ‘involuntary movement forward’ from pilot’s seat
cnn.com/2024/04/17/americas/chile-aviation-report-pilot-seat-intl-latam/
‘Crazy’ thing all women do after a break-up: Fact: if you’ve dated any of my exes I’ve stalked your Instagram. Probably more than once. In fact ...
news.com.au/lifestyle/relationships/dating/crazy-thing-all-women-do-after-a-breakup/news-story/16c35a46818c75d72563da383bcbdaa4
700 jobs at risk as company collapses: Australia’s biggest plastics and chemical manufacturer has been plunged into voluntary administration putting 700 jobs at ...
news.com.au/finance/business/manufacturing/700-jobs-at-risk-as-australias-biggest-plastic-and-chemical-manufacturer-goes-bust/news-story/58d371746e3ea8cfdbff964bcf4a2525
Sydney rail workers push for annual pay rise of 8%: The start of negotiations over a new pay deal comes less than 18 months after the end of an industrial ...
smh.com.au/national/nsw/sydney-rail-workers-push-for-annual-pay-rise-of-8-percent-20240417-p5fkfh.html
Complex new power prices fuel inequality, ex-energy watchdog boss warns: For a decade, he regulated the energy industry in one of Australia's biggest states ...
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-18/ex-energy-watchdog-attacks-time-of-use-power-prices/103700324
‘Light the way’: The SEC says it will be bold in getting more energy projects built
theage.com.au/politics/victoria/the-sec-reveals-how-it-s-going-to-get-more-energy-projects-built-20240417-p5fkjt.html
Tanya says the urgent environmental reforms the ALP promised have been put on hold!
theguardian.com/commentisfree/picture/2024/apr/17/tanya-says-the-urgent-environmental-reforms-the-alp-promised-have-been-put-on-hold
Horse massacre: Remains of more than 500 horses discovered on property: The remains of more than 500 horses have been found on a property in Australia ...
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I made mistakes at university, just not enough of them: The mistakes you make during uni will shape your life, in big and small ways. So don’t overthink it – ...
theage.com.au/national/i-made-mistakes-at-university-just-not-enough-of-them-20240416-p5fk6e.html
Australia increases defence spending by $32bn in response to China build-up: Labor government commits to spending rises to pay for Aukus and long-range missile ...
ft.com/content/a5ba1e78-92e7-4cd5-9bad-327e4358b1b4
Molly the magpie finally reunites with dogs: Molly the magpie has been returned home and reunited with his unlikely best friends 45 days after the trio were ...
news.com.au/technology/science/animals/footage-shows-peggy-and-mollys-incredible-reunion-after-45-day-seizure/news-story/aa38aba73aac66676294a108facaf452
Quick Glance: Reunion of Molly the Magpie and Peggy the Staffy
- Molly, the magpie, has finally returned home to the Gold Coast after a 45-day odyssey and has reunited with her unlikely best friend, Peggy the Staffy.
- Queensland's Department of Environment, Science, and Innovation (DESI) made the announcement, signaling the end of the gripping saga.
- Independent veterinary experts have determined that Molly is 'highly habituated' and may have developmental issues, making her unsuitable for rehabilitation or return to the wild.
- Juliette Wells and Reece Mortensen demonstrated their commitment to Molly's well-being by meeting the conditions outlined in the licensing process, including refraining from the commercial exploitation of the bird or its image, participating in wildlife carer training, and collaborating with DESI to ensure Molly's ongoing care and enrichment.
8yo boy, dad and mum die four days apart: A “beautiful” eight-year-old boy has been killed in a horror truck-and-car crash in rural Victoria just four days after ...
news.com.au/technology/motoring/on-the-road/eightyearold-boy-dad-killed-in-horror-crash-four-days-after-mum-dies-of-cancer/news-story/697f8c748c950cd5d0f2162c640ce12d
500 dead horses found at property: A major investigation has been launched after more than 500 dead horses were found at a property.
news.com.au/national/nsw-act/news/500-dead-horses-found-at-nsw-property/news-story/eb51b437bb3ef387a5a41bb7c1ffbe7c
Australia will boost defense spending by $32 billion over the next decade and reshuffle its weapons programs to emphasize missiles ...
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Australia unveils new defence strategy, with eye on 'coercive' China: SYDNEY: Australia unveiled its first National Defence Strategy on Wednesday (Apr ...
channelnewsasia.com/world/australia-unveils-new-defence-strategy-eye-coercive-china-4271391
‘Risk of conflict increasing’: Defence to get extra $50b over next decade: Defence spending is set to rise to $100 billion a year by 2034, in large part due to ...
smh.com.au/politics/federal/warships-drones-missiles-defence-to-get-extra-50b-over-next-decade-20240417-p5fkig.html
Quick Glance: Plans for New Fighter Jets Delayed Despite Labor's Defense Budget Increase
- The Albanese government is injecting an additional $50bn into defense over the next decade to extend military reach beyond Australia's shores.
- While overall spending is increasing, approximately $73bn over 10 years is being freed up by cutting, delaying, or altering the scope of some defense projects.
- The acquisition of new F-35 fighter jets is postponed by $3bn to keep existing Super Hornets operational longer and invest in long-range missiles.
- Despite $10bn in savings over 10 years from scaling back new infantry fighting vehicle purchases, the government highlights a net increase of $5.7bn in the immediate four-year budget cycle for defense.
How to make the US retirement system better: Australia uses a system called superannuation where companies are required to contribute to employees' retirement ...
businessinsider.com/how-make-us-retirement-system-better-australia-superannuation-benefits-2024-4
Australia’s ‘iron lady’ builds rare-earth stake in push to secure non-Chinese supply
ft.com/content/5a666f53-b180-45e5-8476-58690db69fed
'One of the greatest achievements of medical science': Vaccines saved almost 20,000 lives in NSW during early
9news.com.au/health/covid-19-vaccination-australia-saved-18000-lives-early-omicron-wave-nsw/1b788d3c-e17c-4ef5-927d-2ec5261ccd8e
Victoria’s treasury asked for emergency cash to cover interest bill: The Department of Treasury and Finance asked Treasurer Tim Pallas for extra money to cover ...
theage.com.au/national/victoria/victoria-s-treasury-asked-for-emergency-cash-to-cover-interest-bill-20240416-p5fk4d.html
Inflation in New Zealand Eases But Near-Term Rate Cuts Unlikely: New Zealand’s consumer prices rose by less than expected in the first three months of this year ...
wsj.com/economy/inflation-in-new-zealand-eases-but-near-term-rate-cuts-unlikely-a4cfaac0
Quick Glance: Powell Warns of Lack of Progress on Inflation
- Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell emphasized that the U.S. economy, while otherwise strong, has not seen a return of inflation to the central bank's target.
- Powell mentioned that the current policy should remain in place as inflation has not declined quickly enough and there has been no further progress towards the 2% goal.
- Since July 2023, the Fed has maintained its benchmark interest rate in a target range between 5.25% and 5.5%, the result of 11 consecutive rate hikes.
- Financial markets have had to adjust their expectations for rate cuts this year as inflation has been higher than expected, and the Fed's policy continues to be dependent on data.
Copenhagen Old Stock Exchange workers and bystanders save artwork from fire. Here's what we know
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-17/what-we-know-copenhagen-fire/103732726
Quick Glance: Devastating Fire Strikes Copenhagen's Old Stock Exchange
- A blaze engulfed Copenhagen’s historic former stock exchange in Denmark’s capital on Tuesday, with the spire being consumed by flames and collapsing.
- The fire spread across multiple floors of the monument, leading to the collapse of its roof, as reported by local fire department chief Jakob Vedsted Andersen.
- The tower, standing at 184 feet, featured a distinctive design resembling four intertwined dragons’ tails, symbolizing protection against enemies and fire, as indicated by tourism websites.
- Deputy Prime Minister Troels Lund Poulsen referred to the incident as Denmark’s unique moment akin to Notre Dame, alluding to the 2019 fire in the roof of the Parisian landmark.
Australia have trust in France over Paris Games security: Australia's Chef de Mission Anna Meares said on Wednesday that while security was the first subject ...
reuters.com/sports/australia-have-trust-france-over-paris-games-security-2024-04-17/
How Marija went from being homeless at 15 to a homeowner at 22: The dream of stable housing is growing further out of reach for many, but Marija’s dream last ...
smh.com.au/property/news/how-marija-went-from-being-homeless-at-15-to-a-homeowner-at-22-20240416-p5fk8v.html
Australia's uniform for Paris Olympic Games opening ceremony unveiled: The outfits that Australia's Olympians will wear into the opening ceremony of the Paris ...
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-17/australian-paris-olympic-games-uniform-unveiled/103733320
Summer El Niño event over, Bureau of Meteorology says: The Pacific Ocean has returned to a "neutral" state as the BoM looks ahead to the coming months ...
9news.com.au/national/el-nino-over-bureau-of-meteorology-declares/cbdc00e9-04a5-4c37-ba5f-fe8ecff7ef51
Passenger busted ‘cheating’ on flight: C-H-E-A-T?
news.com.au/travel/travel-updates/travel-stories/passenger-caught-cheating-on-board-flight-from-california-to-texas/news-story/1e835b82fedc7a0bf50680dc7d406ba3
Australia’s Olympic uniforms go for gold by ditching the green: The fashion capital of Paris has influenced the Australian team’s opening ceremony uniforms.
smh.com.au/lifestyle/fashion/australia-s-olympic-uniforms-go-for-gold-by-ditching-the-green-20240404-p5fhbs.html
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