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As Australians struggle with healthcare costs, many support greater government investment
Introduction by Croakey: The impact of the cost of living crisis upon health and wellbeing is increasingly evident, according to a national survey released by the Consumers Health Forum of Australia this week. Cost was identified as a significant...
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Culinary cornucopia overflows with facts, hacks
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How did it get to November so soon? Time once again to dust off the cornucopia for the Thanksgiving table. This “horn of plenty” has long been the star symbol for hearts full of gratitude and for feeling abundantly blessed on Thanksgiving. Three...
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Australian AI and quantum in the spotlight at Tech Week Singapore
Australia’s quantum and AI leaders travelled to Singapore on a recent business mission, taking centre stage at Tech Week Singapore to emphasise their eagerness to partner with Southeast Asia. The Australia-Southeast Asia Business Exchange (SEABX)...
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Australia’s Larvotto Rejects US Antimony Deal Over Valuation Concerns
The Australian miner said that the offer materially undervalued the company. The initial offer included a fixed exchange ratio of 6 UAMY common stock shares for every 100 Larvotto shares. Larvotto’s Hillgrove project is expected to meet 7% of the...
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Back Australia: We either innovate, or we will stagnate … it’s that simple
Australia can't afford to have its eyes shut to the crucial, fast-moving opportunities around us. Pic: Getty Images In that future our mineral deposits are likely to diminish in value as the major world powers battle over scarce resources such as...
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The logistics of transporting Perth Zoo's last elephant
Perth Zoo's last remaining elephant Putra Mas is soon taking a trip across to the Nullarbor to a new home at Monarto Safari Park in South Australia. Director of Life Sciences at Perth Zoo, John Lemon, spoke to Jo Trilling about the logistics of...
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IKEA Australia partners with CarBon Leasing to cut emissions
IKEA Australia is accelerating its push toward 100 per cent zero-emission home deliveries with the addition of four Volvo FL long-range electric trucks and a new leasing partnership with CarBon Leasing. The initiative is designed to make electric...
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Questions over Australian-gifted patrol boat smashed on reef during 'VIP transport'
Almost four weeks after an Australian-gifted patrol boat ran aground on a reef while ferrying government officials, the Vanuatu government has yet to reveal the circumstances around the incident, saying "an investigation is continuing". It comes...
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Explained: Why India and Australia players are wearing black armbands in Women's World Cup 2025 semi-final
During the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 semi-final between India and Australia, players from both teams were seen wearing black armbands as a mark of respect. The gesture added an emotional touch to the high-stakes clash at the DY Patil Stadium in...
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Australia: Embracing Digital Innovation in Public Transport
Following the success of early trials, the Western Australian Government has confirmed the expansion of its contactless payments pilot to include trains and buses for the first time – marking a significant step toward a digitally connected and...
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Australia eyes A$20bil investment opportunities in South-East Asia
KUALA LUMPUR: Australia has identified an A$2bil (RM55.1bil) investment pipeline across South-East Asia as Canberra moves into a new phase of its regional economic cooperation, signalling a stronger commitment to deeper Asean integration. Prime...
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Australia, Indonesia strengthen disaster response capabilities
Australia and Indonesia will deepen their humanitarian and disaster response cooperation this October through Exercise Bhakti Kanyini AusIndo. This multinational training exercise aims to enhance regional preparedness and resilience in...
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Australia Eyes AU$20 Bln Investment Opportunities In Southeast Asia
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 27 (Bernama) -- Australia has identified an AU$20 billion (AU$1 = RM2.76) investment pipeline across Southeast Asia as Canberra moves into a new phase of its regional economic cooperation, signalling a stronger commitment toward...
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Klaviyo (KVYO) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Image source: The Motley Fool. Date Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at 4:30 p.m. ET Call participants Chief Executive Officer — Andrew Zilli Chief Financial Officer — Amanda Whalen Need a quote from a Motley Fool analyst? Email [email protected]...
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Terria to support delivery of Western Australia’s Spatial Digital Twin
Terria has been selected, alongside Amristar, to support Jacobs in delivering the Spatial Digital Twin for the Western Australian Government’s Spatial WA Program. Under the initial delivery contract, the partners will develop the digital twin and...
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Viva Energy support Australia’s transportation via LBRCA partnership
New collaboration provides fuel savings and management solutions for rural and bulk carriers nationwide.Viva Energy has entered into a new partnership with the Livestock, Bulk, and Rural Carriers Association (LBRCA) to deliver fuel savings and...
Owner: Bruno Boroewitsch
Teenage Australian cricketer dies after being struck in the neck by a ball
A 17-year-old Australian cricketer has died after being struck in the neck by a ball during a practice session in Melbourne. Ben Austin was training in the nets at Ferntree Gully on Tuesday when he was hit by a delivery thrown from a hand-held...
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Australians ‘plan to spend 43% more this Black Friday Cyber Monday weekend’ as shoppers ‘start earlier and prioritise value’: report
“Consumer optimism is also improving, with planned Black Friday Cyber Monday spending up $98 year-on-year, from $226 in 2024 to $324 in 2025, ” explains Sopify, further adding: “That optimism is paired with a more intentional approach: 58% of...
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Crunch time for Australia and COP31
Time is running out for the Australian government’s bid to host the global climate change negotiations COP31 in partnership with the Pacific in November 2026. The government has pushed to host the event since 2022 and won the support of Pacific...
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