Tag: news
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Mad Mex – Australia’s No. 1 Franchise
If you are a lover of Mexican food, you will have no doubt tried the fabulous menu that is synonymous with the name Mad Mex! Fully Australian owned, Mad Mex has over 60 restaurants around Australia that are a mix of company and franchise owned. Founded in 2007, Mad Mex has stamped its mark in…
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New dog learns old tricks with detector dog elite fleet
Australia’s frontline detector dog program remains at 42 strong after detector dog Velvet retired and new graduate Finlay joined the ranks. First Assistant Secretary of Biosecurity Operations at the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment Colin Hunter said detector dogs and their handlers are a vital part of Australia’s biosecurity detection capabilities, intercepting tens…
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Facebook Blocks Australian-Owned News
Facebook has made international headlines again today after a controversial block on Australian-owned news sources. The decision serves as the conclusion to a heated stand-off between the tech giant and federal government earlier this week. What exactly happened, and why? The Australian government and media organisations are demanding a higher rate of renumeration for advertising…
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How Jobkeeper 2.0 Will Impact You
The legislative reforms to the Jobkeeper scheme were officially passed in the senate last week, ensuring that Jobkeeper 2.0 will commence on September 28. The scheme has provided a lifeline to 3.5 million Australians since its launch in March. These changes will see a dramatic reduction in the subsidies eligibility and payment amount. Here is…
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Qantas announces flight suspensions amidst Coronavirus pandemic
Amidst the global panic ensuing due to the outbreak of the Coronavirus, Australian global airline Qantas announced on Saturday plans to suspend all inbound and outbound flights to specific provinces in China. Via the Qantas newsroom, the airline shared a statement outlining that from February 9th, flight routes from Sydney – Beijing and Sydney –…
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A legend in the field, Clive James dies at 80
Poet, critic and TV personality Clive James, known for his witty dry humour has passed away at 80. Clive James dies at age 80, after nearly a decade of being diagnosed with leukaemia, kidney failure and lung disease. Passing away at this home in Cambridge on Sunday. The Australian author and TV personality, star of…
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Max Brenner Has Been Saved From Liquidation in Last Minute Deal
In a last minute deal with Tozer and Co, the chocolate cafe and luxury chocolaterie has been saved after going into voluntary administration last month. Brothers David and Craig Tozer struck a last minute deal with the company to secure the licence for Max Brenner. Max Brenner Industries ltd. were about to go to the…
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News of the World: What have We Missed?
Here’s what we’ve missed amid all the drama at the ABC: Three Women Have Accused Judge Brett Kavanaugh of Sexual Misconduct Three women have come forward accusing the judge of sexual assault. Julie Swetnick, Christine Blasey Ford, and another unnamed woman have come forward with claims that prospective Associate Justice for the Supreme Court, Brett…
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What We Missed While the Government Was in Lockdown
The country watched on yesterday with bated breath as a bloody battle for Prime Ministership was fought between Malcolm “the government I have led is a very effective one” Turnbull and Peter “The Prime Minister has my full support” Dutton. In the meantime, however, much larger domestic and international issues have occurred, and have been…
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Major News Networks Join the Force to Help Farmers
The Seven and Nine Networks have joined efforts to assist struggling Aussie farmers this week. An onslaught of comments on Facebook and Twitter encouraged them to contribute money to farmers who are experiencing a record low rainfall count and deadly drought. The networks have announced multiple different initiatives to assist the cause. Nicole Conley kickstarted…