A think tank suggests Australia adopt an equitable Finnish traffic fine system to address the current system’s inequity, which penalizes lower-income earners disproportionately. The proposed model would base fines on income, with lower-income drivers paying less and higher-income drivers paying more, aiming to prevent financial hardship for those unable to afford fines. The report highlights the need for a fairer payment model across different Australian states, with fines ranging from $75 to $917 depending on income levels, urging for a more just system that considers drivers’ financial circumstances.
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Prince Andrew faces fresh media storm over spy suspect
Britain's Prince Andrew is under intense media scrutiny after revelations that a close Chinese business associate was suspected by the British government to be a Chinese spy, leading to Andrew cutting off contact once concerns were raised. The case has raised questions about Chinese money given to Andrew, as well as his association with the late US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, resulting in Andrew being stripped of his military links and royal patronages amid allegations...
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