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Greens MLA Rebecca Vassarotti Makes Shocking Comeback to ACT Legislative Assembly After Shane Rattenbury’s Sudden Departure Rebecca Vassarotti re-elected as MLA in ACT Legislative Assembly following Shane Rattenbury’s resignation after 17 years in politics Vassarotti’s return to parliament comes after losing her seat in the 2024 election and could spark a new era for the ACT Greens ACT Greens yet to nominate a new leader, with party members set to vote following Vassarotti’s re-election Vassarotti promises to work “closely with Greens members, volunteers and the broader community to deliver on a vision that makes Canberra an even better place to…

Australia Faces Tariff Blow as US Targets ‘Slave Labour’ Countries – But Is It Really About Protecting Workers or Just Another Trump Power Play? The US is proposing a new tariff on dozens of countries, including Australia, over allegations of slave labour and forced labour. The move comes after the US Supreme Court struck down Trump’s earlier tariffs, but experts say it’s just a new tactic to reimpose tariffs and exert power over other countries. Australia faces a tariff increase from 10% to 12.5%, potentially losing its competitive advantage over other countries that had higher tariffs. Trade lawyers warn that…

Neo-Nazis Who Booed at Melbourne Anzac Day Ceremony Fined and Convicted, But Critics Warn of ‘Weak’ Sentencing Four neo-Nazis have been found guilty of offensive behaviour and fined for disrupting a Melbourne Anzac Day dawn service in 2025. The group, including notorious white supremacist Jacob Hersant, booed and yelled racist slogans during the ceremony, causing widespread outrage. Critics are now calling for tougher sentencing, arguing that the fines handed down do not reflect the severity of the offences. The incident has sparked a national debate about free speech, hate crime, and the limits of acceptable behaviour in public. The Shrine…

Jackie O and Gemma O’Neill Defy Rumors of Rift as $100 Million Lawsuit Looms Despite swirling rumors of a breakdown, Jackie O and Gemma O’Neill remain close friends and business partners The pair are still working together to take on ARN in a $100 million lawsuit over Jackie’s contract termination Gemma’s financial struggles and the pressure of the lawsuit have raised eyebrows, but insiders insist their bond remains strong As they face the challenges ahead, Jackie and Gemma are more united than ever, according to sources close to the pair As the drama surrounding Jackie O’s contract termination continues to…

Australia-US Trade War Looms: ‘Rotten’ Tariffs Spark Fierce Row Over Slavery and Free Trade The US plans to slap a 12.5 per cent tariff on dozens of countries, including Australia, over alleged failures to prevent slavery and forced labour. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese slams the move as “unjustified and inconsistent” with free trade agreements, sparking a fierce row with the Trump administration. The tariffs could have far-reaching consequences for Australian businesses and consumers, with Opposition Leader Angus Taylor labelling them “rotten” and vowing to fight against them. Experts warn the move could escalate the trade war between the two nations,…