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Australia is taking a big step forward when it comes to banning social media for young people. It’s no surprise that this hasn’t gone down particularly well with the companies concerned. One of the loudest critics – and this is no surprise here either – has been X buyer Elon Musk.

Australia appoints special envoy to tackle antisemitism Australia has appointed a special envoy to combat antisemitism and promote social cohesion…

The Australian state of Victoria has made a controversial ruling, prohibiting Members of Parliament from wearing keffiyeh scarves, a symbol associated with Palestinian identity, within the parliamentary chambers.

The government’s strategy, released recently, outlines intentions to collaborate with industry and state leaders to boost fossil fuel production and exploration.

Barnaby Joyce says he is “not looking for sympathy” after explaining that footage of him lying on a Canberra footpath and swearing into his phone was the result of combining alcohol and prescription drugs.