Victoria Plans 10% Public Service Staff Cost Cuts
The Victorian government announces a plan to cut public service staff costs by 10% to save A$1.6 billion. Learn the details and potential impacts of this major austerity measure.
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NDIS overhaul: Computer-generated plans, limited appeals
Exclusive: A major NDIS revamp will see funding decisions automated by computer, drastically reducing human discretion and appeal options for participants. Read the full details.
Mother sentenced in $1.1m NDIS fraud laundering scheme
Angelina Deliciso, 48, with IQ of 71, helped launder $1.1m in NDIS fraud through brown paper bag handouts. Sentenced to 18-month community correction order.
WHO to lose nearly a quarter of its workforce by 2026
Massive WHO staff cuts of nearly 25% will severely impact global health security and disease outbreak response, experts warn. The world faces increased health risks.
CSIRO cuts 350 jobs in major blow to Australian science
Australia's national science agency CSIRO announces up to 350 job cuts, described as 'worst cuts ever seen' and a 'sad day for publicly funded science'.
Violent youth offenders sent on taxpayer-funded holiday
Two violent youth offenders were sent on an interstate holiday funded by taxpayers. The controversial rehabilitation tactic has drawn criticism from officials. Discover the full story.
New Epstein emails reveal Trump 'knew about girls' claim
Donald Trump faces renewed scrutiny over Jeffrey Epstein relationship as emails reveal sex offender's claims. Plus: NDIS AI trials, Liberal climate credibility test, and spectacular aurora displays across Australia.
Canada's recession budget imposes austerity measures
The Canadian government has unveiled a stark austerity budget featuring sweeping spending cuts and tax increases as the nation confronts its first recession in over a decade. Key public services face significant reductions while households brace for finan
State ministers threaten NDIS boycott in Butler clash
State and territory disability ministers are threatening to boycott crucial NDIS reform talks with Health Minister Mark Butler over what they call 'unacceptable' federal government tactics.
NDIS cuts trap disabled Australians in hospital beds
Vulnerable Australians with disabilities are becoming trapped in hospital wards for months due to National Disability Insurance Scheme funding cuts, creating a healthcare crisis and human rights concern.
Amazon axes hundreds more UK jobs in new cuts
Amazon continues its global workforce reduction with significant cuts to its UK operations, affecting hundreds of employees across multiple divisions including its streaming and Alexa teams.
Hamas: War Over; Dreyfus Seat Targeted; NDIS Crisis Deepens
Exclusive analysis of Hamas's ceasefire declaration, the Socialist Left's political manoeuvring against Mark Dreyfus, and the growing NDIS crisis leaving vulnerable Australians in desperate need.
NDIS rule changes put disabled lives at risk
Exclusive: A Queensland man who survived a catastrophic diving accident faces uncertainty as new NDIS assessment rules could strip away the essential care keeping him alive.
Government slashes museum funding in major shake-up
Major English museums face devastating budget cuts as Arts Council England redirects funding away from traditional institutions toward 'levelling up' agenda, sparking outrage in cultural sector.
Tories Unveil Radical Welfare Cuts Plan
The Conservative government announces sweeping welfare reforms that could significantly reduce benefits payments for millions, sparking immediate backlash from charities and opposition parties.
Trump's SNAP cuts spark UK food bank crisis
As Trump administration slashes food stamp funding, British food banks report alarming surge in demand from vulnerable families facing hunger crisis.
Trump's UN Outburst; NDIS Appeals in Turmoil
Donald Trump's fiery UN address dominates headlines, while Australia grapples with NDIS appeals chaos and the controversial men-only Savage Club faces renewed scrutiny.
NDIS Boss Quits After Taxpayer-Funded Stripper Scandal
The senior executive tasked with safeguarding Australia's National Disability Insurance Scheme has resigned in disgrace after a bombshell investigation revealed he expensed sex workers, alcohol, and luxury gifts to taxpayers.
NHS Job Cuts Crisis: ICBs Axe Hundreds of Posts
Exclusive: NHS England's new Integrated Care Boards are cutting hundreds of jobs despite promises of improved healthcare, triggering union outrage and patient safety concerns as financial pressures mount.
NDIS cuts funding for Geelong boy's lifesaving care
A Victorian family is fighting for their severely disabled son's future after the NDIS abruptly cut funding for his 24/7 specialist care, leaving them in a desperate situation.
US Schools Face Financial Cliff as Federal Covid Aid Ends
American schools are bracing for severe cuts as a $190bn federal pandemic aid package expires, threatening teacher layoffs, programme cancellations, and larger class sizes across the nation.
ITV closes Good Morning Britain canteen in budget cuts
Exclusive: ITV has sparked internal fury after closing the flagship Good Morning Britain staff canteen in drastic budget cuts. Presenters and crew are now forced to bring packed lunches as the broadcaster slashes costs.
Australia's Budget Soars: Record $44bn Surplus Sparks Tax Debate
Australia's budget surplus hits a staggering $44bn, nearly double previous forecasts, igniting fierce political debate over tax cuts and cost-of-living relief ahead of the next election.
Sydney mother accused of $1.2M NDIS fraud scheme
A Sydney mother stands accused of orchestrating a sophisticated fraud against the National Disability Insurance Scheme, allegedly siphoning over $1.2 million to fund an extravagant lifestyle of luxury holidays and designer goods while claiming carer payme
Disability Groups Revolt Against NDIS Reforms for Children
Major disability advocacy organisations have launched a fierce campaign against the Albanese government's proposed changes to the NDIS, warning new access rules for autistic children and those with developmental delays will cause widespread harm and force
£2bn Plan Diverts Autistic Children Off NDIS
A landmark £2 billion program aims to create a new support system for children with autism, moving them away from the NDIS and into mainstream services, sparking both hope and concern among families.
Albanese Government Swings Axe on NDIS in Major Overhaul
The Albanese government announces a major crackdown on the National Disability Insurance Scheme, introducing independent assessments and stricter eligibility to curb the scheme's unsustainable £48.5 billion annual cost.
NDIS participant's violent supermarket attack in Adelaide
A violent incident at an Adelaide supermarket involving an NDIS participant has left staff traumatised. Read the full details of the attack and its aftermath.
Trump’s Firefighter Cuts: Public Safety at Risk?
The Trump administration's latest budget cuts target firefighter funding, raising concerns over public safety and emergency response capabilities. Experts warn of dire consequences.
BBC weather cuts anger viewers and experts
The BBC faces backlash after reducing its weather forecast services, raising concerns over accuracy and public trust. Critics argue the move undermines the broadcaster's partnership with the Met Office.
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