‘New’ anti-corruption taskforce up and running for months, police say

MotherSafe, a free counseling service for mums-to-be in NSW, has provided support for over 25 years, taking more than 400,000 calls and expanding to help women with hyperemesis gravidarum. Ella Rich found relief from severe pregnancy symptoms through MotherSafe, receiving expert advice and medication. The service also offers information on exposures during pregnancy and breastfeeding, with NSW Health Minister Ryan Park praising their dedication in providing essential support to expectant mothers. Full Article

NSW will introduce new laws to prevent "claim farming" that pressures individuals into lodging false compensation claims, particularly related to issues like sex abuse. This crackdown follows the arrest of seven alleged "claim farmers" accused of promoting millions of dollars in false claims earlier this year. The laws will prohibit soliciting others to make claims, ban the buying or selling of claim referrals, and require lawyers convicted of farming claims to refund legal costs, while...

The OECD warns that Australian economic growth will slow in 2026 due to US President Trump's tariff agenda, with GDP growth expected to decline to 1.8% from 1.9% in 2025. Global growth is also projected to moderate, with higher trade barriers impacting investment and household spending. Inflation is expected to be higher than previously forecasted, with headline inflation in Australia predicted to reach 2.2% in 2026, allowing for continued policy rate reductions. Full Article

Star ruck-forward Luke Jackson has dismissed rumors of leaving Fremantle, confirming his commitment to the club despite speculation of a return to Melbourne. With a contract until 2029, Jackson emphasized his love for the Dockers and his desire to stay long term. The 23-year-old also expressed confidence in his partnership with Sean Darcy and his flexibility on the field, aiming to bounce back from a tough season opener against Geelong with a game against Sydney...

North Melbourne has challenged Jackson Archer's three-match suspension for his clash with Luke Cleary, while Hawthorn and Richmond are also challenging suspensions for Jack Scrimshaw and Tom Lynch, respectively. Cleary, knocked out by Archer's knee, will miss the Bulldogs' next match under concussion protocols. Former players have differing opinions on the incident, with Bob Murphy believing it was an unfortunate accident, while others criticize Archer's lack of duty of care. Full Article

A Freedom of Information Request revealed that 21 federal government departments spent nearly $450,000 on Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremonies over two years, drawing criticism from Shadow Minister Jacinta Nampijinpa Price for wasteful spending that does not benefit marginalized Indigenous Australians. The Coalition vowed to cut such spending to focus on practical measures to improve the lives of Indigenous Australians, while Minister Malarndirri McCarthy defended the government's focus on Closing the Gap and economic...