201% visa spike sparks 7,000-signature firestorm in two days
A petition calling on the federal government to reverse a 201 per cent increase in the cost of Australia's Resident Return Visa has attracted...
Will cutting migration by another 75,000 help Australia?
Labor's reported plan to reduce net overseas migration by a further 75,000 people over the next two years has opened a fresh debate over...
Refugee groups urge Burke to ditch reported migration changes
Human rights, refugee and migrant organisations have urged the Albanese government to abandon any plans to strip work rights from people seeking asylum, warning...
Burke set to get tough on migration?
Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke has postponed a closely watched National Press Club address that was expected to outline a fresh tightening of Australia's...
Australia’s skilled visa shake-up puts onshore applicants first
The Australian government has changed the order in which skilled visa applications are processed, giving priority to workers already in Australia over most applicants...
‘Take part in the 2026 Census,’ community leaders urge
Community leaders are encouraging Australians to take part in the 2026 Census, arguing that being counted helps governments, businesses and community organisations make better...
Fuel Price Warning: Treasurer puts retailers on notice
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has warned fuel retailers they face penalties of up to $100 million if they use the end of the federal government's...
Australian Museum announces finalists for 2026 Eureka Prizes
Australia's leading scientists, innovators and science communicators have been recognised with the announcement of the finalists for the 2026 Australian Museum Eureka Prizes.
The finalists...
Who will be the next Australian of the Year? The search is on
Nominations for the 2027 Australian of the Year Awards close 31 July 2026
Australians are being urged to nominate the people whose leadership, service and...
The franchise trap: How migrants are signing away their dreams
One in three small businesses in Australia is run by a migrant. Walk down any suburban high street — the Indian takeaway, the convenience...