Nirti Singh

Australians face escalating out-of-pocket costs for specialist care in 2026, with new transparency measures aiming to empower patients through better fee disclosure. Government upgrades to tools like the Medical Costs Finder promise average fee data for every eligible specialist, helping curb surprise bills amid rising healthcare inflation. Understanding Out-of-Pocket Costs Out-of-pocket expenses arise when specialists … Read more

Western Australia braces for Tropical Cyclone Mitchell, a formidable category three system barreling toward the Pilbara coast. As of early February, the storm sits just offshore from Karratha, packing sustained winds near its core and gusts up to 170 kilometers per hour. Forecast models predict landfall between Exmouth and Onslow late tonight or early tomorrow, … Read more

Australia’s international education sector, once a golden goose generating billions, now faces a reckoning over rampant visa system abuse. Non-genuine students flood universities and colleges, enrolling only to drop out, hop courses, and linger on bridging visas while working full-time. Dropout rates soar past half in some institutions, fake degrees circulate, and migration agents profit … Read more

Tony Mokbel, once a notorious figure in Melbourne’s underworld drug trade, has transitioned from a life behind bars to the heart of a high-stakes legal battle for compensation. After nearly two decades in prison, his recent release and the dismissal of key charges have thrust him into a new fight against the Victorian state government, … Read more

Treasurer Jim Chalmers has outlined a federal budget trajectory returning to deficits amid persistent economic pressures, with the 2025-26 outlook showing a narrowing gap thanks to robust tax receipts. As preparations for the full 2026-27 budget intensify, forecasts highlight structural challenges, spending commitments, and growth drivers shaping Australia’s fiscal path. Overview of Deficit Projections The … Read more