Credit cards banned for gambling
A credit card ban for online gambling will soon be in effect across Australia, following the passing of new laws this week.
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NDIS overhaul put forward in review
What is the NDIS? An independent review of the disability support system suggested a raft of changes to address persisting problems.
Albanese delivers thalidomide apology
What is thalidomide? Prime Minister Anthony Albanese delivered an apology to survivors of the drug in Parliament today.
An Independent MP wants to crack down on federal lobbying
Independent MP Dr. Monique Ryan has introduced a bill to Parliament today which would put limits on lobbying activities in federal politics.
Federal MPs are getting their biggest pay rise in a decade
Federal MPs will receive a 4% pay rise from Friday, signed off by the Remuneration Tribunal. It’s their biggest wage increase in a decade.
Should there be a junk food advertising ban? Dr Sophie Scamps introduces bill
Independent MP Dr Sophie Scamps is seeking to ban junk food advertising on TV, radio, and streaming services between 6am and 9:30pm.
Cheques will be phased out in Australia by 2030
Cheques will be phased out by the Federal Government, who say the payment method is too slow and expensive. Here’s their plan.
Should gambling ads be banned during sports games? Draft laws are on the table
Should gambling ads be banned? One Independent thinks so, and she’s got the backing of other parts of the crossbench. Here are the details
A Senate Committee has recommended a federal ban on Nazi symbols
Is there a Nazi symbol ban in Australia? Laws to ban their public display were tabled this year. A federal ban is now one step closer.
Is Roblox safe? Safety experts don’t think so
An online safety expert says “hundreds and hundreds” of children are at risk of grooming on Roblox every week. Is Roblox safe?
A Senate committee will investigate ADHD in Australia. Here’s what will happen
A Senate Committee will investigate the functioning of support services for ADHD in Australia. Here’s what it’ll be looking at.
