Local Clover Moore seeks record sixth term as Lord Mayor of Sydney Clover Moore says she’ll seek a record sixth term next year as Lord Mayor of Sydney, promising voters climate action and affordable housing
Women's Health News Australia’s medicine shortage risks leaving menopausal women without options Australia has a concerning shortage of hundreds of key medicines, with reports showing menopausal women especially affected.
Soapbox It’s going to take a lot more than financial help to convince me to have a baby for the country One for mum, one for dad and one for the country. Former treasurer Peter Costello said this iconic line in 2004, but the sentiment is still alive and well.
News & Views Western Sydney local council votes to ban same-sex parenting books in libraries A local council in Western Sydney has voted in favour to “rid” council-run libraries of books containing parenting material for LGBTQIA+ families.
News & Views ‘Out of touch’: Jacinta Allan responds to being called ‘nasty’ in question time Victorian premier, Jacinta Allan, has had to call out the opposition for describing her as “nasty” during a question time debate.
News & Views ‘Much-loved’ Emma Bates becomes 26th woman killed by violence this year Emma Bates has been remembered as a “proud aunty” who had “the biggest heart” after her body was found inside her home in Northern Victoria.
Ed's Blog The hypocrisy of Tony Abbott’s ‘women advice’ isn’t lost on anyone. But let’s hope he’s taken seriously. Even the most trusting individual would be moved to raise an eyebrow at the latest advice proffered by former Prime Minister, Tony Abbott.
News & Views ‘Larger than life’: Tributes flow for Australian aid worker Zomi Frankcom and her outstanding legacy Australian aid worker Zomi Frankcom leaves behind a legacy of “bravery and love” after she was killed in an apparent airstrike in Gaza.
News & Views Roanne Knox only person to nominate for Liberal preselection in Wentworth Former Deloitte consultant Roanne Knox is reportedly the only Liberal candidate to throw her hat in the ring for preselection in Wentworth.
Local Jodie Belyea pays tribute to Peta Murphy in first speech, urging politicians to ‘meet her political courage’ New Labor MP Jodie Belyea has given her first speech in Parliament, paying tribute to her predecessor, the late Peta Murphy.
Local Advocates warn rushed migration legislation may breach human rights The government has rushed legislation through the lower house that would force hundreds of non-citizens to facilitate their own deportation.
Local Female leaders urge government to remove the childcare activity test and give educators a 25% pay rise Female leaders are urging the government to fund a 25 per cent pay rise for early childhood educators, and remove the ‘Activity Test’.
