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- Energy
- 24/02/2026
- 18:30
New report: Aussies being ripped off on power bills by biggest polluters
A NEW REPORT from the Climate Council shows that gas corporations and unreliable coal are the two biggest drivers of high power bills, while major electricity retailers -- who own most of our coal and gas generators -- are making huge profits. Power Games: Who’s driving high power bills? notes that although fossil gas only provides around 5% of electricity in Australia's main grid, it sets the wholesale electricity price up to 90% of the time. Climate Council CEO Amanda McKenzie said: “Expensive gas and increasingly unreliable old coal power is relentlessly pushing up our power bills. “Fortunately renewables in…
- Energy, General News
- 24/02/2026
- 18:30
Polluting electricity retailers take from families’ pockets, while Aussies installing renewables are taking charge of their power
EMBARGOED until 6:30pm AEDT Tuesday, 24 February. Anew report from the Climate Council, Power Games: Who’s driving high power bills? reveals that Aussies are being ripped off, while big polluters line their coffers, in part by overcharging millions of us, punishing loyalty and in some cases misleading Aussie consumers. Expensive gas and unreliable coal clunkers drive spikes in prices that hit families and businesses where it hurts. The evidence is clear: without renewable energy, power bills would be even higher. Renewable energy is the only thing pushing electricity prices down, cutting $417 off the average household electricity bill in 2024…
- Community, Government Federal
- 24/02/2026
- 18:20
JOINT STATEMENT: Somali Australian Community Organisations Express Concern Regarding Proposed Immigration Policy
Contact details: Mohamed Hassan 0404 109 493
- Business Finance
- 24/02/2026
- 17:27
Simply Wall St Launches Portfolio Command Center, Signaling Its Evolution into an End-to-End Investing Platform
SYDNEY–BUSINESS WIRE– Simply Wall St today announced a new chapter in its evolution, unveiling a refined brand identity and launching its Portfolio Command Center,…
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- Telecommunication
- 24/02/2026
- 17:19
Media Release – ACCAN welcomes people-first review of Triple Zero framework
Peak communications consumer body ACCAN has welcomed the Minister for Communications’, Anika Wells MP, announcement today of the imminent commencement of a comprehensive review…
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- Political
- 24/02/2026
- 17:05
Dr Monique Ryan MP responds to allegations aired by ABC Four Corners into Epworth Hospital surgeon
Responding to ABC Four Corner's investigation into Simon Gordon, Dr Monique Ryan, Independent Member for Kooyong, said: "The revelations about an Epworth Hospital surgeon’s alleged malpractice aired in last night’s ABC’s Four Corners episode against many women with chronic pelvic pain, over a long period of time, suggest a catastrophic failure of our health system. "Patients place their trust in our health professionals. They deserve best practice care and effective, conscientious oversight by hospitals, colleges, and the healthcare regulator, AHPRA. "My deepest sympathy goes to the brave women who have not received that care. "The Epworth Hospital and AHPRA must…
- Medical Health Aged Care
- 24/02/2026
- 16:53
On this weekend – Memory Walk & Jog Cronulla!
The 2026 Cronulla Memory Walk & Jog is fast approaching, with the much-anticipated event taking place this weekend on Sunday 1 March at Don Lucas Reserve. With the big day kicking off at 7:30am, we welcome everyone in the Cronulla community to join their fellow participants as they walk, jog or run for better brain health and to help raise money in support of people living with dementia, their families and carers. Join MC Tully Smyth for a wonderful fun, family friendly day out. More than 670 people have already signed-up to take part – but there’s always room for…
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- Medical Health Aged Care
- 24/02/2026
- 16:48
Canberra comes together for people impacted by dementia
Canberra community members tied up their laces and showed up in force last weekend for the 2026 Canberra Memory Walk & Jog - throwing their support behind people impacted by dementia, whilst getting active to improve their brain health. More than 1,380 people walked, ran and jogged to the finish line to raise an impressive total of $305,000. Dementia Australia CEO Professor Tanya Buchanan extended her gratitude to all who participated, volunteered and raised vital funds for the cause. “There was an incredible turnout from the Canberra community yet again this year, all in support of the many people impacted…
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- Food Beverages
- 24/02/2026
- 16:39
LARK APPOINTS NEW CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER AND ANNOUNCES 1H FY26 RESULTS
Lark Distilling Co. Ltd Appoints New Chief Financial Officer Lark Distilling Co. Ltd(ASX: LRK ) (“LARK ” or the “ Company ”) Australia’s No.1 Luxury Single Malt Whiskyproducer and brand is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr PaulBowker as Chief Financial Officer of the Company, effective 2 March 2026. MrBowker will join the Company following an extensive search process and brings considerable experienceto support LARK’s next phase of growth. Mr Bowker was Co - Founder and Chief Executive Officer of BrickLane Brewing, growing the business from inception to significant scale through national retail distribution,hospitality venues and contract brewing operations.…
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