Greyhound watchdog fronts probe over misconduct files A dog-racing integrity boss has fronted a fiery inquiry over the submission to parliament of documents detailing serious misconduct allegations. AAP · Sep 23
Facial recognition, cashless play in gaming reforms A state with a high prevalence of poker machines has unveiled a tranche of gaming reforms, although many say they haven't gone far enough. AAP · Aug 25
Playbooks, plagiarism and a pig’s head: new claims surrounding a star Cambridge professor Jason Arday was regarded as an academic superstar, but then questions about his work prompted scrutiny of his backstory and counterclaims of racism The Guardian - UK · Aug 1
Dog days over with racetrack turfed out by end of year A historic greyhound racetrack will be shuttered by year's end as the housing crunch forces a government to think outside the box and consolidate prized land. AAP · Jul 23
Social Security Shows Government Doing a Good Thing the Wrong Way as 2032 Insolvency Looms, Says This Public Affairs and Campaign Consultant Social Security is not a Ponzi scheme or a scam, but it shows "government doing a good thing the wrong way," public affairs and campaign consultant David Harris argues, warning that the program’s 2032 funding deadline demands structural reform. Benzinga · Jul 13
Anne Hathaway's Earthy Green Living Room Corner Perfects the Swiss Chalet Aesthetic – It's the Most Transportive Way to Design in 2026 Moving away from typical bright California aesthetics, Anne embraces botanical hues and cozy textures for an entirely unique nook Homes & Gardens · Jun 9
Beef lovers steer it home for billionaire-backed firm Australian Agriculture Co has delivered its highest annual operating profit after strong consumer demand for Aussie beef pushed up prices, despite flood losses. AAP · May 20
My fortnight in a posture corrector: can this simple device help reduce back pain? These harnesses are increasingly popular, but experts are divided on how useful they are. I decided to give one a try The Guardian - UK · Feb 22
I Thought Neutrals Were Cold Until I Saw Olympic Medalists Madison Chock and Evan Bates’ Chic Home – This Palette Finally Feels Cozy The medalists keep their Montreal living room light and airy with neutral furnishings and an open-storage coffee table (for a timeless look) Homes & Gardens · Feb 6
What to know about the federal charges in the protest at a Minnesota church service Seven people associated with a protest that interrupted a worship service at a Minnesota church have been charged with violating two different federal laws that are designed to prevent disruptions to Americans' rights The Independent UK · Jan 30
I’m calling it, 2026 is the year of the headboard – and there’s one clear trend that’s blowing all others out of the water This year, no bedroom should be without the grounding and comfort of this headboard trend Ideal Home · Jan 15
Bye Bye Bland Bedrooms, Designers Are Predicting 2026 Trends Are All About Color, Cozy, and Character From subtle upgrades to statement moments, these bedroom trends are redefining rest Homes & Gardens · Dec 23, 2025
Retired greyhounds to continue to be rehomed overseas despite ‘distressing and sometimes fatal’ outcomes Independent review calls for sweeping restructure of NSW’s greyhound racing industry but government rejects key recommendations The Guardian - AU · Dec 9, 2025
Sydney’s home of greyhound racing to become shared green space as Minns unveils Wentworth Park plan NSW premier says parkland and sports grounds will support more than 7,000 new homes in Blackwattle Bay area, as racing industry concedes ‘the world has moved on’ The Guardian - AU · Dec 8, 2025
The Guardian - AU · Nov 30, 2025 More than 670 NSW pokies venues to be stripped of ability to stay open after 4am Exclusive: Government to end exemptions to mandated closing times for pubs and clubs, including those that allow 24/7 gambling
Sports Illustrated · Nov 30, 2025 Tulane Reportedly Offers Multi-Year Extension to Jon Sumrall Amid Florida Interest Sumrall has an offer from Florida and is expected to make a decision about his future on Sunday.
Evening Standard · Oct 30, 2025 Deposit return scheme blocked after issue became ‘politicised’, court told Waste management firm Biffa is suing the Scottish Government for £51.4 million, following the decision to delay the proposed scheme.
Evening Standard · Oct 22, 2025 Key facts on deposit return ‘kept from us’, claims Circularity Scotland boss David Harris was speaking at the Court of Session, where Biffa Waste Services is suing the Scottish Government over its decision to delay the scheme.
AAP · Oct 9, 2025 Veterans charity in shambles after four resignations An RSL branch is being asked how it can continue operating after four directors including its chair quit, amid "conflicts" and a lawsuit.
The Guardian - AU · Oct 5, 2025 Greens and Australian Christian Lobby form ‘unholy alliance’ to shut down late-night pokies in NSW Exclusive: The political foes have set aside decades of animosity to ‘work constructively on gambling reform’ after both describing the NSW government’s actions as insufficient
Homes & Gardens · Sep 12, 2025 Designers say mural wallpaper is the only acceptable way to do an accent wall in 2025 – here are the best ones I've found Want an accent wall that wows? These are the chicest murals I’d recommend to a friend
AAP · Sep 10, 2025 Pair admit damaging memorial in olive oil 'blessing' Two born-again Christians have admitted damaging a capital city war memorial but explain their behaviour as a show of faith rather than disrespect.
The Independent UK · Aug 11, 2025 From rich colours to warm fabrics: how to prepare your home for winter From smart insulation fixes and energy-saving heating solutions to layering up with soft lighting and cocooning bedding, how to get your home winter-ready
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AAP · Jun 12, 2025 'Virtually no oversight' of suburban poker machine dens Regulators overseeing half of all the poker machines in Australia have been blasted for sitting on their hands and failing harm minimisation efforts.