Manus Island tensions
An ex-Manus Island security officer has warned of continuing tensions at the Papua New Guinea facility, saying it could “blow” again.
DetailsCampaign demands end of child detention
A confronting campaign to raise awareness for children locked in immigration detention is being held outside Sydney’s Queen Victoria Building this week.
DetailsDaily news wrap – June 12
Darling Harbour’s winter wonderland Darling Harbour is being transformed into a winter wonderland this month, with an open-air ice rink, frozen forest and even a giant floating iceberg. The Cool Yule Winter Festival runs from June 13 to July 13, and is a celebration of all things winter. For details, see the website. PM’s work…
DetailsRowling gives $1.7m to keep Scots in place
Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling has donated nearly 1.7 million dollars to a campaign to keep Scotland part of the United Kingdom.
DetailsLocal council rates rise to hit residents
Local councils have been approved to increase residential rates as early as next month.
DetailsMelbourne’s worst intersections named
Reports have revealed that Melbourne has some of Australia’s worst and most dangerous intersections.
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“Rigged” claims removed by Miss Universe runner up
Former Macleay College journalism student turned Miss Universe Australia contestant, Kristy Coulcher, has deleted her controversial tweet saying that the pageant is “rigged”.
DetailsVIDEO: Country kids cop the grunt of the budget
You’ve seen city students protest. Now Newsroom reporter Bree Grant heads to the country to hear opinions on the Abbot Government’s proposed changes to education funding.
DetailsEscort’s concern over neurosurgeon’s early release
After less than three years behind bars, Sydney neurosurgeon Suresh Nair could soon be released from prison.
DetailsNominations open for 2015 Australian of the Year Awards
Yesterday the National Australia Day Council called on all Australians to begin nominations for the 2015 Australian of the Year at the official opening in Sydney.
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