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AAP FACTCHECK – Sydney, Melbourne and Auckland are among almost 100 cities around the world that have pledged – and are now compelled – to ban meat, dairy and private car ownership by 2030, according to claims on social media.

The Australian Government is investing an additional $95 million to further prepare and protect the nation against a strain of avian influenza that carries significant risks for our agricultural industries, our unique wildlife and the national economy.

Firefighters successfully stopped a house fire from spreading to neighbouring properties on Sunday night 13/10.

AAP FACTCHECK – A new United Nations pact outlines plans for a digital identification system and punishment for people with “dissident opinions”, according to a video that’s gone viral on social media .

AAP FACTCHECK – The new anti-Islamophobia envoy can prosecute Australians who insult Islam online, social media users claim. 

An Australian study has found a link between snoring and elevated blood pressure. According to the study, which was conducted by sleep scientists from Flinders University in South Australia, people who regularly snore at night are more likely to have elevated blood pressure and uncontrolled hypertension.

Voting in the 2024 local council elections just kicked off, with ballot packs being mailed to all enrolled voters from starting this Monday.

The AFP has charged a father and son from Sydney’s northern beaches for their alleged roles in jointly attempting to possess 50kg of cocaine concealed in industrial machinery.

AAP FACTCHECK – Facebook posts claim to be offering cash prizes or free cars to people who can solve a simple puzzle.

AAP FACTCHECK – The World Health Organization (WHO) instructed governments around the world to prepare for “mega lockdowns” in response to the recent outbreak of mpox, according to claims online.