Australia

Australia’s National Newspoll: Another 50-50 Deadlock Amid Political Stalemate

Australia's political landscape continues to reflect deep divisions, with a national Newspoll conducted between September 16 and 20 showing a deadlock at 50-50 for the third consecutive time. The poll, based on a sample size of 1,249 voters, highlights the...
Web of Data Brokers

Unseen Web of Data Brokers, Telemarketers, and Scammers: Why Australia Needs Stronger Privacy Protections

In today’s digital age, where personal data is a new kind of currency, companies wield significant power, collecting and sharing our personal information between brokers, telemarketers, and often with scammers. These businesses profit from the data they collect, while Australians...
Police, firefighters and an ambulance responded to a 'well-involved' house fire in Tidal Rd, Māngere

South Auckland: Young Child Dies in House Fire, Investigations Underway

A devastating house fire claimed the life of a young child on Saturday afternoon in the South Auckland suburb of Māngere, leaving the local community in shock and grief. Firefighters who arrived at the scene were confronted with thick, billowing...
Microsoft Copilot

ACC Leads Government’s Charge on AI: Pioneering AI Integration in Public Services

New Zealand's Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC), has emerged as a key player in the government’s push to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) across public services, particularly through its groundbreaking trial of Microsoft’s generative AI tool, Copilot. Recent reports and internal evaluations...
Hell Pizza

New Zealand Controversial Advertising: Reflecting Society’s Fault Lines or Fueling Divides?

Controversial advertising has always had the power to hold a mirror up to society. At its best, it can unite us in shared humor or shared outrage, sparking conversations that challenge societal norms and shape our beliefs. At its worst,...
Australia

47,500 Australians Found Work in August: A Testament to Economic Balance

In August, an extra 47,500 Australians entered the workforce, while the unemployment rate held steady at 4.2%. This development is more than just a numerical success; it represents a major achievement for both the Australian government and the Reserve Bank...
New Zealand

How Progressive New Zealand Shifted Right: A Deep Dive into Political Landscape

New Zealand has long been viewed as a beacon of progressive politics. From its pioneering stance on women's suffrage in 1893 to its embrace of social justice, climate action, and equitable policies in the modern era, the country has cultivated...
New Zealand

Overtourism: A Global Crisis Demanding Responsible Travel Solutions

As the travel industry recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic, a darker side of tourism has returned to the spotlight—overtourism. From Southeast Asia’s pristine beaches to Europe’s historic cities, the world’s most popular travel destinations are bearing the brunt of uncontrolled...
New Zealand

Urban Green Spaces Are Disappearing from New Zealand Cities Amid Housing Density Push

As New Zealand cities evolve to accommodate denser housing, a concerning trend is emerging: urban green spaces are shrinking. While New Zealand’s cities are relatively small compared to global metropolises, their green space, though reasonable in total, is under pressure...
New Zealand Aerospace Sector

Need for Sustainability in New Zealand’s Aerospace Sector

The global space industry is rapidly expanding, with an anticipated market value of US$1.8 trillion by 2035. In parallel, New Zealand's aerospace sector is experiencing significant growth. However, despite these positive trends, recent research highlights a critical oversight: the sector's...
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