Australian Local News
By mid-2021, the retail company owned by Noni B, Katies, Millers and Rivers is shutting a further 250 shops, accusing landlords of shopping centres for not offering adequate rent relief as it deals with the effect of COVID-19. In August, Mosaic Brands, which also owns Rockmans and Crossroads, said it was renegotiating leases in negotiations … Read more
After scenes of shoppers flocking to Kmart stores after 15 weeks of lockout prompted concern, Victoria’s premier responded. Restrictions were relaxed on Tuesday at midnight and hospitality venues were bustling with clients on Wednesday night. Not all are, however, persuaded that COVID-19 security steps have been followed around the board. Daniel Andrews says he’s disappointed … Read more
With the exception of the Greater Sydney area, Queensland will reopen its border with NSW, amid rising pressure on Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk to reopen the whole state. Ms Palaszczuk said that residents in 32 local government areas ( LGAs) in Greater Sydney will continue to be prohibited from entering the state just a day away … Read more
Basil Zempilas has acknowledged that when he made a radio joke that genitals determined the gender of a person, he was not “on top of my game” . During a debate about the decision of Boxing Australia to bring the World Gay Boxing Championships to Sydney in 2023, Zempilas finds himself in hot water over … Read more
Euthanasia will be allowed in New Zealand, but voters look likely to oppose the use of recreational cannabis. This month, in two referendums, New Zealanders voted on the topics when casting their ballots during a general election that took Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and her Labour Party back to power. With nearly 83% of the … Read more
A video reveals stunning time-lapse footage of neon blue waves rolling into the shore caused by a remarkable natural occurrence from ‘out of this world.’ Amazing images show the brilliant blue waves, ignited by bioluminescence, as the night sea lights up. On October 22nd at around 9 pm, the waves could be seen crashing on … Read more
As Melbourne’s cafes, restaurants and bars reopen after months of hibernation, photographs of packed lineups and unmasked patrons have prompted concern. Restrictions were relaxed on Tuesday at midnight and hospitality venues were bustling with clients on Wednesday night. Not all are, however, persuaded that COVID-19 security steps have been followed around the board. After being … Read more
An 11-year-old girl died after the premature birth of her daughter, after a 43-year-old man reportedly raped and impregnated her. It’s alleged that Francinildo Moraes repeatedly raped Luana Costa, a Brazilian teen, before and during her pregnancy. He was believed to have forced the minor to continue a sexual relationship with him, and investigators discovered … Read more
Australia is on schedule early next year to collect its first shipment of coronavirus vaccines. The federal government has $1.7 billion poured into two contenders for the lead vaccine. Health Minister Greg Hunt said that the new trials of the AstraZeneca vaccine at Oxford University were very positive. Australia is on schedule early next year … Read more
With more than 50,000 individuals signing a petition calling for institutional reform in the aftermath of the verdict, widespread backlash is rising over a Melbourne footballer found not guilty of attempted sexual assault. As she headed to work via the Melbourne CBD early on October 28, 2018, Jackson Williams, 21, caught a 39-year-old nurse from … Read more