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Tiny Beetle Threatens 500+ Tree Species Across Australia as Officials Abandon Perth Eradication Efforts

A tiny beetle is now posing a major threat to trees across Australia after Western Australian officials announced they can no longer eliminate the pest from Perth. The National Management Group determined

Karmactive Staff

June 22, 2025

Australia·News

Australia’s $1,600+ Fines Hit July 1: AI Cameras Catch Phones at Red Lights, 30km/h School Zones, One-Passenger P-Plates

Australian drivers face significant road rule changes starting July 1, 2025. Penalties are much tougher, and new camera technology is watching more closely than ever before. These changes target the main causes

Govind Tekale

June 21, 2025

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Australia·News·Travel

Australia Raises Qatar Travel Warning as Middle East Tensions Threaten Popular Flight Hub for Thousands

Australian travelers now face a heightened travel warning for Qatar, with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) raising its advisory level amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. DFAT’s Smartraveller

Karmactive Staff

June 21, 2025

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Australia·News

Australian EV Owners Face $363 Annual Tax While Petrol Drivers Pay Triple in Fuel Excise

Australian electric vehicle drivers will likely pay a new yearly distance-based tax as the federal government works to replace declining fuel excise revenue. Treasurer Jim Chalmers recently announced plans to develop a

Govind Tekale

June 20, 2025

Australia·News

Winter Solstice 2025: Australia’s 9-Hour Day Marks Midpoint, But Coldest Weather Still 3 Weeks Away

This Saturday, June 21, marks the 2025 winter solstice in Australia – the day with the least amount of daylight hours all year. The solstice happens at exactly 12:42 PM AEST when

Govind Tekale

June 20, 2025

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Australia·News

Australia Approves First Lab-Grown Meat: Cultured Quail to Hit Restaurant Menus Within Weeks

Australian diners will soon taste the country’s first approved lab-grown meat as Vow’s cultured quail products hit restaurant menus within weeks. This marks a significant milestone as Australia joins Singapore, the United

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Tejal Somvanshi

June 19, 2025

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Australia·News

Nearly Half of Australian Kids Not Ready for School: Indigenous Programs Show Surprising Success

The latest Australian Early Development Census (AEDC) reveals that nearly half of Australia’s children are not reaching critical development milestones when they start school, with Indigenous children showing more resilience despite ongoing

Govind Tekale

June 18, 2025

Australia·Energy·News

Australian Electricity Bills Rising 13.5%: NSW Households to Pay Up to $300 More from July 1

Millions of Australian households will see their electricity bills rise from July 1, with major retailers AGL and Origin confirming significant price increases across multiple states. AGL customers in New South Wales

Sunita Somvanshi

June 16, 2025

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Australia·Business·News

Australian Sunscreen Scandal: 16 of 20 Popular Products Fail SPF Claims in Consumer Testing

A major investigation by consumer advocacy group Choice has revealed a concerning gap between what Australian sunscreens promise and what they deliver. Testing 20 popular sunscreens claiming SPF 50 or 50+ protection,

Sunita Somvanshi

June 14, 2025

Australia·Electric·Mobility

BYD Seagull EV: Australia’s Next Sub-$30K Electric Car with 300km Range and 30-Minute Charging

The BYD Seagull is likely to become Australia’s most affordable electric vehicle when BYD takes over local distribution from EVDirect on July 1, 2025. This small electric car, previously considered unsuitable for

Karmactive Team

June 14, 2025