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On Thursday, October 2, 2025, the Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) faced one of its most disruptive service interruptions in recent years, leaving millions of customers unable to access their money or complete transactions for nearly three hours. The outage, which began around 11:30 AM AEST, affected both the CommBank app and NetBank, along with … Read more
Daylight Saving Time (DST) in 2025 continues to follow regional schedules around the world, shifting clocks ahead or back to make better use of natural daylight. The practice remains a seasonal tradition in many parts of the Northern and Southern Hemispheres, even as debates over its effectiveness persist. Here’s a complete breakdown of how DST … Read more
Queensland schools operate on a four-term calendar, with breaks between each term giving students time to rest and families a chance to plan ahead. Knowing the official Queensland school holiday dates for 2026 ensures parents can book trips early, schedule childcare, and avoid last-minute surprises. Below is the complete overview of the Queensland (QLD) state … Read more
From 15 September 2025, senior driver requirements tighten across Australia with a stronger focus on medical fitness to drive, more frequent licence renewals in older age brackets, and wider use of conditional licences to keep local mobility safe. Details still vary by state and territory, so checking local rules before renewal is essential. What’s changing … Read more
Millions of Australians on Centrelink will soon see electricity discounts applied more easily, thanks to a major policy update. Starting July 1, 2026, energy retailers will be legally required to notify concession card holders about any discounts they are entitled to and apply them directly. This new rule comes after research revealed that nearly 60% of … Read more
Australia is introducing new driving rules for seniors in 2025 to improve safety while still letting older people stay independent. The updated regulations focus on health-based assessments rather than strict age limits. These changes help make sure only medically fit seniors keep their licenses, balancing safety with freedom on the road. Why Senior Driving Rules … Read more
A shocking report from Economic Justice Australia (EJA) reveals that more than 300,000 Australians had their Centrelink payments wrongfully cancelled between 2020 and 2024. For those dependent on essential income support like JobSeeker, Youth Allowance, Parenting Payment, and the Disability Support Pension, the unlawful cancellations created financial chaos and long-term distress. While the government initially admitted to only a … Read more
Sleeping in your car in Australia might sound harmless, but depending on where you are, it could either be perfectly fine or cost you a fine. Australian states and councils have mixed rules when it comes to overnight vehicle stays, making it important to know what’s actually allowed in 2025 before turning your car into … Read more
The SASSA R375 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant continues to provide financial support to millions of South Africans battling poverty and unemployment. This monthly payment remains a vital lifeline for those without regular income, and October 2025 marks another payout cycle with updated schedules and reminders for beneficiaries. October 2025 SASSA Payment Schedule For … Read more
Australian young people are finally seeing change where it counts—right in their bank accounts. From October 2025, Youth Allowance payments have surged, with the core rate for a single student living at home rising from $410 up to $791 per fortnight. This long-awaited adjustment makes real-life costs finally more manageable for students, apprentices, and jobseekers … Read more