Tax cuts to help households ‘catch up’ to rate rises

Aimee Glen, a young breast cancer survivor, advocates for free diagnostic tests due to the financial burdens that can deter early detection. With breast cancer being the most diagnosed cancer among women globally, her petition for free ultrasounds and mammograms has gained nearly 14,000 signatures, highlighting the urgent need for affordable access to screenings, especially for younger women. Want More Context? 🔎

Win an unforgettable dining experience for you and three friends at the vibrant Lotus restaurant in The Beaufort, known for its award-winning Southeast Asian share plates and signature Feed Me menu, complete with a bottle of bubbles. To enter, find the code word in PLAY magazine in The West Australian before entries close at 12:00pm on Friday, 8 August 2025; terms and conditions apply, and participants must be 18 or older. Want More Context? 🔎

A legal conflict between the Shire of Mt Magnet and Atlantic Vanadium over local rate charges has prompted the State Government to propose new laws exempting miscellaneous licences from local government rates, following a contentious Supreme Court ruling. The decision, supported by mining lobbyists, aims to clarify the original intent of the Local Government Act and prevent potential financial burdens on the mining sector. Want More Context? 🔎

Chilean copper giant Codelco is working to rescue five workers trapped for 18 hours at its El Teniente mine after a 4.2 magnitude tremor caused a collapse, resulting in one fatality and nine injuries. General Manager Andres Music indicated that aftershocks have hindered rescue efforts, but they expect conditions to improve within 12 hours to deploy remote equipment for assistance. Want More Context? 🔎

Magda Szubanski Inducted into Logies Hall of FameRenowned Australian comic Magda Szubanski, celebrated for her roles in shows like The D-Generation and Kath and Kim, will be inducted into the TV Week Logies Hall of Fame this Sunday. The 64-year-old, who has also advocated for the LGBTQIA+ community, was recently diagnosed with stage four blood cancer and has been managing her treatment creatively with Lego. Want More Context? 🔎

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced new initiatives at the Garma Festival, including $31 million for Mobile TAFEs to provide on-site vocational training for Indigenous communities and $75 million to support native title holders in negotiating better project deals. These efforts aim to achieve meaningful change and improve Indigenous economic empowerment amidst ongoing challenges highlighted in recent Closing the Gap data. Want More Context? 🔎