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“The increasing reliance on personal income tax to balance the budget limits the government’s ability to provide relief from bracket creep, resulting in higher average tax rates for wage earners, spreading the tax burden unevenly between generations,” the budget office found.LoadingIt noted that older Australians are more likely to derive income from low-taxed savings, investments and superannuation. Younger and working-age people rely much more heavily on wages, which are facing higher tax rates.“This shift to increasing the burden on the tax mix to income derived mainly from labour poses equity challenges in the context of Australia’s ageing population,” the budget…
Video: Light plane crashes in NSW’s southLight plane crashes in NSW’s southWe’re sorry, this feature is currently unavailable. We’re working to restore it. Please try again later.DismissSkip to sections navigationSkip to contentSkip to footerA rescue chopper was deployed after an emergency alert was sent out from a light plane before it crashed. September 18, 2025 — 6.42pm
Proteomics International Laboratories has received a milestone seal of approval for its industrial-scale Perth-based laboratory. The pivotal international certification will support the roll-out of the company’s precise yet simple diagnostic blood tests in Australia.The internationally recognised ISO 15189 medical testing accreditation validates the company’s ability to deliver accurate and reliable clinical results, supporting the commercialisation of Proteomics’ cutting-edge “traffic light” system diagnostic portfolio.Proteomics International Laboratories has achieved certification for its Perth lab, which will provide world-class test results for precision medicine.That portfolio is expanding rapidly in four significant diagnostic fields. Proteomics recently launched its PromarkerD test for diabetic kidney disease…
Justin Bieber shares carousel of intimate family photosJustin Bieber is having ultimate fun and family time!The Sorry singer gave his fans a rare glimpse into his family life by sharing intimate photos on Instagram. Justin posted carousel of special moments with his wife, Hailey Bieber, and their 13-month-old son, Jack Blues. The photos showcase intimate moments from Hailey’s pregnancy journey, quality time as a family, and romantic date nights. The series of photos features the Yummy Yummy crooner snuggling with baby Jack, watching hockey at home with Hailey, and enjoying date nights. In one photo, he is seen cuddling up…
On Monday, when the government released its National Climate Risk Assessment, Bowen was careful to emphasise that the higher the temperature went, the more severe the impacts.“As this report makes clear, the difference in terms of impact between 1.5 and 2 degrees of warming, let alone 3, is very real for Australia,” said Bowen.Heat would have a dire effect on human health, with deaths in Melbourne surging from 66 per year at 1.5 degrees, to 125 at 2 degrees and 259 at 3 degrees. In Sydney, they would jump from 102 to 190 and 444. “The future of Australia’s reefs,…
Roosters star Victor Radley has been spared the axe but will serve a 10-game suspension without pay and donate $30,000 to St Vincent’s Hospital after he was implicated in a Queensland Police investigation that led to former teammate Brandon Smith facing a drug supply charge.Radley fronted the Roosters board, including chairman Nick Politis, on Thursday after he was named as the alleged recipient of a contact from Smith him to source “a dangerous drug namely cocaine” on June 7 – according to the summons obtained by this masthead.Radley is slated to earn around $650,000-a-season over the remaining two years of…
Video: Trevor Long reviews Apple’s latest iPhonesTrevor Long reviews Apple’s latest iPhonesWe’re sorry, this feature is currently unavailable. We’re working to restore it. Please try again later.DismissSkip to sections navigationSkip to contentSkip to footerTech expert Trevor Long gives his verdict on Apple’s new iPhones.September 18, 2025 — 11.11am
Video: Jimmy Kimmel’s TV show pulled after Charlie Kirk commentsJimmy Kimmel’s TV show pulled after Charlie Kirk commentsWe’re sorry, this feature is currently unavailable. We’re working to restore it. Please try again later.DismissSkip to sections navigationSkip to contentSkip to footerUS TV host Jimmy Kimmel’s show has been pulled “indefinitely” after he accused MAGA of scoring political points from Charlie Kirk’s death.September 18, 2025 — 6.26pm
Video: More Aussies putting their retirement on holdMore Aussies putting their retirement on holdWe’re sorry, this feature is currently unavailable. We’re working to restore it. Please try again later.DismissSkip to sections navigationSkip to contentSkip to footerOver the past 20 years, the number of men working into their 70s has leaped from one in 10 to one in four as Aussies delay retirement.September 18, 2025 — 6.32pm
Video: Alan Jones has 17 charges dropped in his indecent assault caseAlan Jones has 17 charges dropped in his indecent assault caseWe’re sorry, this feature is currently unavailable. We’re working to restore it. Please try again later.DismissSkip to sections navigationSkip to contentSkip to footerFormer broadcaster Alan Jones avoids jury trial after having 17 charges dropped but still faces 27 allegations.September 18, 2025 — 6.21pm