Scams Awareness Week 2026: Four Stories Behind The Statistics
Four Australians have shared how scammers used trust, pressure and familiar situations to steal thousands of dollars during Scams Awareness Week 2026.
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Record Homelessness Levels Should “Shock Australia Into Action”, Salvos Say, As Peninsula Pressure Continues
The Salvation Army says record homelessness levels should "shock Australia into action" as Homelessness Week begins, with the Mornington Peninsula and Frankston among the regions worst affected by rough sleeping in Victoria.
Federal Budget Winners And Losers: NDIS Cuts, Rising Debt And Local Pressure
The 2026 federal budget offers tax relief, housing reform and health spending, but NDIS cuts, rising debt in dollar terms and increasing yearly tax collections leave serious concerns for households, carers and small businesses across Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula.
Federal Election Called for May 3
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced Australia’s federal election will take place on May 3, with major parties focusing on cost-of-living and economic policies.
US TikTok Ban Imminent: Will Australia Follow?
As the US approaches an iminent TikTok ban, Australia may reassess its stance on data privacy and national security. Learn what the ban could mean for Australian users and policy changes.
Federal Government Launches Campaign to Combat Scams
Learn how the new ‘Stop. Check. Protect.’ campaign by the National Anti-Scam Centre empowers Australians to stay scam-safe, avoid financial harm, and report fraudulent activity to Scamwatch.
Firefighting Aircraft Arrive Ahead of Hot Summer
Firefighting aircraft, including Large Air Tankers and Aircranes, are arriving in Australia ahead of a predicted hot summer, with high bushfire risks in Victoria and the Mornington Peninsula.
Woolies Workers End Strike After Major Win
Woollies Warehouse Workers have returned to work after accepting an offer from the supermarket giant and ending the 17-day strike that affected supply across the country.
