Australia

Millions of Australians are set to receive a substantial financial boost in 2026, with the federal government officially confirming a one-time cash payment ranging from $800 to $2,140. This major support measure aims to help pensioners, carers, families, students, and low-income households manage rising living costs that continue to impact budgets nationwide. The payment will … Read more

When part-time cleaner Maria Deluca opened her MyGov inbox last week, she expected routine notifications — not financial relief. But there it was: a message confirming she would receive the new $1,100 Centrelink cost-of-living bonus this December. “I genuinely cried,” she said. “Rent is higher, groceries are higher — everything is higher. This payment will … Read more

Australia is gearing up for one of the largest road-safety overhauls in recent years, with new national traffic rules taking effect from 1 December 2025. These regulations introduce significantly harsher penalties, including $1,000 fines and on-the-spot licence suspensions, aimed at reducing the alarming rise in road trauma across the country. For many drivers, the changes … Read more