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Australian Public Service Wages Jump 3.4%

New data reveals Australian public servants are enjoying their fastest wage growth in 15 years, outstripping private sector increases and raising questions about economic fairness.

Helen Garner wins Baillie Gifford Prize for diaries

Australian literary legend Helen Garner secures major UK literary honour for her revealing final volume of diaries, 'How to End a Story', offering unprecedented insight into her creative process and personal life.

Laugh-Out-Loud Literary Fiction: Must-Read Books

Discover the most compelling new literary releases that blend sharp humour with profound insight. From Derek Owusu's powerful narratives to Olga Ravn's speculative fiction, these books promise to entertain and enlighten.

Salman Rushdie's Haunting New Ghost Stories Collection

Literary legend Salman Rushdie makes a triumphant return with 'Nine Authentic Ghost Stories', a chilling collection that marks his first foray into supernatural fiction. Discover how the Booker Prize winner reinvents ghost stories for the modern age.

Lily King's 'Heart The Lover': A Masterful Love Story

Discover why Lily King's latest masterpiece is being hailed as her most profound work yet - a breathtaking journey through the complexities of love and human connection that will leave you spellbound.

Three Unforgettable Literary Fiction Masterpieces

Discover three extraordinary works of literary fiction that are redefining contemporary storytelling, from magical realism to raw coming-of-age tales and profound explorations of artistic legacy.

Bluey Coins Spark Nationwide Frenzy in Australia

Australia's beloved Bluey has triggered an unprecedented coin collecting craze as the Royal Australian Mint releases limited edition 50-cent pieces featuring the Heeler family, causing queues and sell-outs across the country.

Dan Brown's Paper Heart Dominates Fiction Charts

Discover why Dan Brown's Paper Heart is dominating fiction charts alongside compelling new works from Cecelia Ahern and comedy legend Bob Mortimer in this exclusive literary review.

Margaret River Shiraz Crowned Australia's Best Red Wine

In a stunning upset that's shaking the wine world, Western Australia's Margaret River region has dethroned traditional favourites to produce the country's best Shiraz, according to prestigious international judging.

Heather Rose: Writing From Ancestral Stories

Award-winning Tasmanian writer Heather Rose discusses her powerful new novel exploring family secrets, ancestral connections, and the haunting beauty of Tasmania's landscapes in this exclusive interview.

Bri Lee's Seed: A Propulsive Eco-Thriller

Australian author Bri Lee delivers a gripping, thought-provoking eco-thriller that combines breakneck pacing with urgent environmental themes in this unputdownable new novel.

Australian Bird of the Year 2025: Who Will Win?

The prestigious Australian Bird of the Year competition returns for 2025, pitting iconic species against each other in a battle for avian supremacy that captures the nation's heart.

National Book Award 2025 Finalists Revealed

The prestigious National Book Award shortlist features acclaimed authors Bryan Washington and Rabih Alameddine among twenty exceptional finalists across fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and young people's literature categories.

Jilly Cooper's Riders Sequel After 30-Year Wait

Literary legend Jilly Cooper discusses her long-awaited sequel to Riders, the changing publishing landscape, and why her signature blend of sex and scandal remains irresistible to readers.

Queen Camilla's heartfelt tribute to Jilly Cooper

The Queen Consort delivered a moving tribute to bestselling author Jilly Cooper at the Women's Prize for Fiction, praising her literary legacy and confessing to being a longtime fan of her 'joyous' novels.

Jilly Cooper, Bonkbuster Queen, Dies at 88

Tributes pour in for the iconic British author who revolutionised romantic fiction with her racy Rutshire Chronicles and unforgettable characters like Rupert Campbell-Black.

Author Jilly Cooper dies aged 88

The literary world mourns the loss of Jilly Cooper, the iconic author who brought us Rutshire Chronicles and redefined romantic fiction. Remembering her extraordinary life and enduring legacy.

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