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Rising prices of essentials like food, rent, fuel, and power bills are hitting Australians harder than ever in 2025. To ease the burden, the government has confirmed a Centrelink Cost of Living Payment where eligible citizens will automatically receive $250 or $1,300 one-off payments starting from September 2025. This relief aims to support vulnerable households, pensioners, and families dealing … Read more

Australia’s role at the COP31 climate summit created heated discussion, not just around coal exports or emissions cuts, but over a new frontier in clean energy tech: bi-directional charging for electric vehicles. The proposal, pushed by climate advocates and several international voices, called for Australia to make bi-directional charging mandatory in all new EVs sold from the coming … Read more

In just the opening weeks of 2025, Australian speed cameras have already racked up $41,000 in fines against drivers. It’s a figure that has sparked plenty of debate—are these cameras genuinely keeping us safer on the roads, or are they simply being used as high-tech cash registers for state coffers? For many Aussies, the dreaded flash of … Read more

If you enjoy testing your eyes and sharpening your concentration, this Spot the Difference puzzle featuring a cozy house is the perfect brain teaser. At first glance, both versions of the illustration appear completely identical. A bright yellow home with a red-tiled roof, flowers blooming in the garden, and fluffy clouds painted against a crisp blue sky—it … Read more

Queensland has stepped up its use of artificial intelligence in traffic monitoring, and the numbers show how widespread the system has become. The program, focused on detecting mobile phone use and seatbelt non-compliance, has scanned millions of vehicles and issued hundreds of thousands of fines. While supporters highlight its role in improving safety, a new … Read more

Speed cameras are now a common feature on Australian roads, positioned on highways, city streets, and construction zones with one goal: reduce speeding and prevent crashes. They work quietly, capturing number plates and speed data within seconds. But in 2025, a loophole in traffic law is sparking heated debate after some motorists managed to challenge … Read more

The talk of a new Centrelink $400 payment in 2025 has been spreading quickly across social media, sparking confusion and raised expectations among Australians. Facebook posts, WhatsApp forwards, and TikTok clips have all claimed that every Australian will automatically receive a $400 relief deposit this year. While such news can sound exciting, the reality is more complicated. … Read more

From 1 October 2025, Australian drivers are facing some of the strictest road law updates in years. Governments across various states have introduced reforms that raise the stakes dramatically for high‑risk driving behaviours. These new laws now allow instant licence cancellation, harsher penalties, and even jail time for serious or repeated offences. This is not just about increasing fines … Read more

Australian seniors are set to receive a significant financial boost this October, with Centrelink confirming additional Age Pension payments of up to $3,600 for eligible recipients. This payment arrives at a critical time as older Australians continue to battle rising living costs, from grocery bills and fuel to healthcare and utilities. For many retirees who … Read more

Australia is preparing to introduce some of the toughest changes to its licensing system in years, with a particular focus on younger and inexperienced drivers. The reforms, set to roll out soon, are designed to tackle the disproportionately high crash rates among motorists under 25. Research has consistently shown that young drivers are more likely … Read more