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School attendance has dropped since the pandemic, and a Senate inquiry says something called ‘school refusal’ could be to blame. Unlike ‘wagging’ school refusal is tied to mental ill-health. In today…

The NSW Teachers Federation says it has been betrayed by the NSW Government in wage negotiations - and teachers are angry too. One teacher told us this is a “kick in the gut”, while someone else desc…

Two years ago, back when The Daily Aus was a little company of four people, Penguin approached us and asked if we wanted to write a book. Now, we are super excited to be sharing it with the world. To…

The deadliest U.S. wildfires in over a century are burning in Hawai’i. The historic town of Lahaina almost “burnt to the ground” with more loss of life expected as recovery efforts continue on the gr…

The Women’s World Cup has broken records and captured the imagination of the country, with the nation well and truly rallying behind the Matildas’ journey. While the past few weeks have proven women’…

A cap limiting how much performers are paid for radio plays is under the spotlight this week. Independent Senator David Pocock is calling for reform on how radio royalties work, with the backing of A…

We’ve all spent enough time with ChatGPT to guess how AI might pose a threat to writers, but when it comes to performing roles, are actors' jobs equally at risk? Both writers and actors are striking …

An independent inquiry into the handling of the Bruce Lehrmann case was handed down on Monday. This has been an ongoing news story with lots of twists and turns. TDA journalist Tom Crowley will expla…

A controversial plan to store carbon at the bottom of the ocean is dividing Australian politicians. On the one hand, the Government says this process will stop carbon dioxide from escaping into the a…

Last week we brought you TDA Editor Billi FitzSimon’s interview with the Minister for Youth, Dr. Anne Aly. Now we have an interview with her political opponent from the coalition. Billi asks the Shad…

The Government has reintroduced its housing bill to Parliament this week. It’s previously faced opposition from both the Liberals, Greens and some Independents, and if it fails again, it could lead t…

Lizzo is being sued by three dancers for a toxic workplace, with allegations including sexual harassment and fat-shaming. The lawsuit is seeking damages including loss of income and emotional distres…

UNESCO has delayed its decision to classify the Great Barrier Reef as ‘in danger’, welcoming steps from the Australian Government to protect the reef. While the Government has been quick to call this…

A recent spate of gun violence in Sydney escalated last week when five people were shot in five days. It follows the murder of a man once known as the 'Tony Soprano' of Sydney's crime underworld. In …

If you didn’t know we had a Minister for Youth, you wouldn’t be alone. In today’s deep dive, TDA Editor Billi FitzSimons asks the Minister what she actually does and what her plans are for her time i…

The good(ish) news is that this week we had the strongest indicator yet that inflation is easing, while unemployment remains low. The bad news is that the rental crisis continues, with rental prices …

Protests and strikes have continued in Israel this week in response to judicial reforms that will limit the powers of its Supreme Court. The reform passed despite fierce opposition, both in the parli…

Casual employees who work consistent hours could have the option to become permanent employees under a new Government proposal. Employment Minister Tony Burke says it would mean job security for thos…

The first week of this month was the hottest week on record according to the World Meteorological Organisation, but the Northern Hemisphere has continued to experience extreme weather conditions in t…

Following a review into higher education, the Federal Government has shed light on planned reforms for the university sector, including scrapping a rule that excludes some students from HECS. With a …