Melburnians receive letter offering reward for info on pro-democracy activist
Foreign Minister Penny Wong’s spokeperson described the letter as “deeply worrying”.
Latest News
Chalmers warns of economy concerns over tariff escalation
Experts says beef and pharmaceutical industries will be most at risk with further tariffs.
Brisbane switches to digital public transport ticketing system
The COVID-delayed “smart ticketing” service is due to be unrolled on buses, trams and trains.
Dutton defends proposed deportation referendum on Sunrise
The referendum would grant government ministers the power to revoke the citizenship of dual citizens.
Chalmers warns of economy concerns over tariff escalation
Experts says beef and pharmaceutical industries will be most at risk with further tariffs.
Brisbane switches to digital public transport ticketing system
The COVID-delayed “smart ticketing” service is due to be unrolled on buses, trams and trains.
Dutton defends proposed deportation referendum on Sunrise
The referendum would grant government ministers the power to revoke the citizenship of dual citizens.
Politics and Society
Tackling the internet’s massive carbon footprint, one website at a time
According to the International Energy Agency, data centres and data transmission now account for 1-1.5 percent of all global emissions.
Hamilton’s retail sector faces a “perfect storm” of challenges
Businesses in the south-western Victorian town face an uphill battle to keep local retail alive.
What would a world without anti-doping regulations look like?
The Enhanced Games has re-introduced a conversation about a world with legal PEDs.
Community market vendors face impacts of venue change and cost-of-living crisis
The Kingsbury Drive Market recently moved to a new location on La Trobe University’s campus.
Culture and Lifestyle
Compassionate communities: The role of support groups in overcoming grief
Empathy, shared experiences, and compassionate communities are helping individuals cope with loss and find peace.
SPAM: From wartime necessity to beloved Filipino comfort food
A combination of nostalgia, versatility and convenience keeps this wartime product popular pantry staple in the Philippines.
The offbeat events redefining the dating scene
Unconventional singles events like “weed dating” and social sports are providing social, fun and safe spaces for people to meet and—hopefully—connect..
Men’s sheds: A confidence hub for both “sheddies” and its next generation
The Taylors Hill Men’s Shed improves members’ mental health by fostering connections, combating social isolation and handing down knowledge to local kids.
Sport
Monday Sport Round-up
The weekend’s sport headlines include record breaking Gout Gout & Collingwood’s huge win.
Country football’s hunt for the formula for success
Are some local clubs losing their culture in their financial bids to be successful?
Will the introduction of the Tasmanian Devils impact the AFL’s father-son rule?
The introduction of a 19th team is expected to bring some changes to the father-son criteria.
How mergers can take local footy clubs from survival to success
Harrow-Balmoral has been one of the local football clubs to find great success following a merger.
Media
Game changer: The streaming platforms reshaping regional sports
Despite initial concerns, streaming is building audiences, promoting talented athletes, and creating an archive for many beloved regional sports.
Saving Australian regional news sources: What are the options?
With ad revenue dropping and digital competition rising, regional news outlets are pursuing varied income sources, from local ads to government support, to stay afloat.
Australian journalism industries grapple with AI amid consumer distrust
Audiences find it difficult to build trust in AI-generated news as they fear it lacks human insight and ability to consider ethics.
Covering trauma close to home
When reporting local traumatic events, many regional journalists face the dual tasks of protecting themselves and the community they live within.
La Trobe Live
Student on a Budget: Activities
In the final episode of ‘Student on a Budget’, our presenters go out to find the best cheap activities for students.
LTU’s Ice Sports Club skating towards growth
The club thrives off community engagement and is eager to get new faces on the ice.
The toll of major injuries on recreational athletes
In 2021-22, 56,000 sporting injuries led to a hospital stay in Australia, deeply impacting those effected.
Diving into LTU’s archives
The Ag takes a look into La Trobe’s history through the university’s archives.