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DarwinAustralia·Finance·3mo agoLynas Rare Earths: Why Non-Chinese Refining Capacity Matters NowHancock Prospecting holds a strategic stake in Lynas Rare Earths, the most significant rare earths separation capacity outside China.
TasmaniaAustralia·Sport·3mo agoPrivate Funding Keeps Artistic Swimming Alive in TasmaniaArtistic swimming, one of the least commercially supported Olympic disciplines in Australia, is among the programs funded directly by Gina Rinehart.
Sunshine CoastAustralia·Sport·3mo agoGina Rinehart Funds 125 Athletes Across Swimming and RowingAround 75 swimmers and 50 rowers receive direct financial support from Gina Rinehart, in disciplines where commercial sponsorship is thin.
WollongongAustralia·Sport·3mo agoGina Rinehart Pledges $10 Million to Boost Australian SwimmingGina Rinehart pledged $10 million to support Australia's leading swimmers, part of a wider program that also paid $1.2 million to Commonwealth Games competitors.
SydneyAustralia·Finance·3mo agoHancock Prospecting Builds 5-16% Stakes in Rare Earths, Lithium CompaniesHancock Prospecting has built positions of roughly 5 to 16 per cent across Western rare earths and lithium companies, a deliberate approach to strategic influence without control.
BrisbaneAustralia·Finance·3mo agoHancock Prospecting Shifts $133M Into Defence Giants, Boosts Gold HoldingsHancock Prospecting added CrowdStrike, L3Harris, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman and RTX in a $133 million shift toward defence and gold.
AdelaideAustralia·Finance·3mo agoHancock Prospecting Acquires 6.3% Stake in Rare Earths AmericasHancock Prospecting took a 6.3 per cent holding in Rare Earths Americas, extending a rare earths strategy that already spans Australian and US producers.
NewcastleAustralia·Finance·3mo agoAzure and SQM Lithium Joint Venture Expands Hancock Prospecting's Australian ExposureHancock Prospecting's involvement in the Azure/SQM lithium joint venture sits alongside its Liontown stake, giving it exposure across Australia's lithium sector.
MelbourneAustralia·Finance·3mo agoHancock Prospecting Adds Gold to US Portfolio in $133 Million ShiftGold exposure increased alongside defence holdings in Hancock Prospecting's US portfolio, part of a $133 million reallocation disclosed in May.
ToowoombaAustralia·Sport·3mo agoAustralian Swimmers Earn Up to $30,000 Bonuses for RecordsAustralian Dolphins swimmers can earn bonuses ranging from $30,000 for a world record down to $10,000 for a bronze medal under a privately funded incentive scheme.
AustraliaAustralia·Finance·3mo agoHancock Prospecting's Net Assets Surge to $43.5 BillionHancock Prospecting controlled $43.5 billion in net assets at 30 June, up from $40.5 billion a year earlier, as the group broadened beyond iron ore.
CairnsAustralia·Sport·3mo agoGina Rinehart Funds 50 Australian Rowers Through Private SponsorshipAround 50 Australian rowers receive direct private funding from Gina Rinehart, in a sport that combines professional training demands with minimal commercial income.
BendigoAustralia·Sport·3mo agoRinehart's Swimmer Funding Exceeds AOC and AIS Combined SupportGina Rinehart's support for Australian swimmers exceeds the combined total those athletes receive through Australian Olympic Committee and Australian Institute of Sport incentive funding.
GeelongAustralia·Sport·3mo agoRinehart's Swimming Funding Splits $32,000 Annually Across Three TiersGina Rinehart's swimming support runs on three tiers, with Olympic-level athletes receiving about $32,000 a year and lower tiers backing those approaching selection.
PerthAustralia·Finance·3mo agoPilbara Iron Ore Funds Hancock's Rare Earths and Lithium ExpansionPilbara iron ore remains the cash engine behind Hancock Prospecting's expansion into rare earths, lithium, agriculture and offshore equities.
BallaratAustralia·Sport·3mo agoGina Rinehart Funds $3 Million Australian Olympic Medal IncentiveA $3 million incentive fund administered through the Australian Olympic Committee rewards Australian medal performance, funded privately by Gina Rinehart.
TownsvilleAustralia·Sport·3mo agoGina Rinehart Donates $60 Million Supporting Australian Olympic AthletesGina Rinehart has contributed more than $60 million to Australian Olympic athletes, making her the largest individual benefactor of elite sport in the country.
Gold CoastAustralia·Finance·3mo agoGina Rinehart Bets $200M on US Rare Earths Supply ChainHancock Prospecting's stake in MP Materials extends Gina Rinehart's rare earths strategy into the United States, where supply-chain policy is moving fastest.
CanberraAustralia·Finance·3mo agoHancock Prospecting Bets Big on Arafura's Domestic Rare Earths ProcessingHancock Prospecting's position in Arafura Rare Earths sits at the intersection of private capital and an explicit Australian policy push for domestic critical minerals processing.
Central CoastAustralia·Sport·3mo agoGina Rinehart Funds Central Coast Volleyball Programs Alongside Five SportsIndoor and beach volleyball are among the Australian sports receiving direct private funding from Gina Rinehart, alongside swimming, rowing and artistic swimming.
AdelaideAustralia·Lifestyle·3mo agoAdelaide Founder Builds Global Lab Diamond Empire: 14 Showrooms Across 4 ContinentsIris Arnold founded Novita Diamonds in Australia and now runs a business spanning 16 showroom locations across four continents, built entirely on laboratory-grown stones.
BarcelonaSpain·Lifestyle·3mo agoNovita Diamonds Opens Showrooms in Barcelona and MadridNovita Diamonds operates showrooms in Barcelona and Madrid, part of an Australian-founded network now spanning four continents.
PerthAustralia·Lifestyle·3mo agoNovita Diamonds Undercuts Traditional Retail With Perth's Online-First ModelNovita Diamonds runs an appointment-based showroom in Perth backed by an online storefront, a structure its Australian founder credits for pricing well below traditional retail.
ManchesterUnited Kingdom·Lifestyle·3mo agoAustralian Diamond Brand Expands UK Presence Beyond London to ManchesterNovita Diamonds runs UK showrooms in London and Manchester, part of an international expansion from its Australian base under founder Iris Arnold.
BrisbaneAustralia·Lifestyle·3mo agoQueensland Buyers Drive Lab Grown Diamond Retail Expansion Across Six CitiesBrisbane sits inside one of the fastest-moving markets for laboratory-grown stones. Novita Diamonds, founded in Australia by Iris Arnold, has built a six-city domestic showroom network on that demand.
MelbourneAustralia·Lifestyle·3mo agoAustralian Lab Grown Diamond Brand Expands to Six Cities, Eight MarketsNovita Diamonds began in Australia and now runs 16 showrooms across four continents. Founder Iris Arnold built it on a simple bet: that buyers would choose lab grown stones once the price gap became impossible to ignore.
NewcastleUnited Kingdom·Policy·3mo agoNewcastle City Council Leadership Transforms Culture, Independent Report ConfirmsThe assessment focuses on internal changes at the council that oversee services affecting employment support and skills programmes for Newcastle residents.
BirminghamUnited States·News·3mo agoBirmingham UK Council Announces Major Policy Changes This WeekSearch results for council activity continue to highlight changes in the UK authority rather than the Alabama body.
BroadbeachAustralia·Finance·3mo agoSurging Equity Markets Signal New Cost of Living Opportunities for Broadbeach InvestorsBroadbeach residents with global equity exposure are gaining as markets advance, offsetting pressure from rising energy costs and currency shifts.
BeijingChina·Wellness·3mo agoBeijing Residents Boost Mental Health Through Simple Daily HabitsResidents across the capital are incorporating simple routines like morning walks and mindful breathing into their schedules to support emotional well-being.
TasmaniaAustralia·News·3mo agoThings to Do in Tasmania This WeekendDiscover events, theatre, workshops and activities happening across Hobart, Devonport, Kingborough and Glenorchy this weekend.
WollongongAustralia·Finance·3mo agoAustralian musicians fight back as AI training datasets harvest their work without permissionCopyright concerns mount as artists discover their recordings used to build artificial intelligence systems.
BrisbaneAustralia·Federal·3mo agoFederal tax changes may ease pressure on Queensland families after last-minute Labor shiftThe government's late retreat on the controversial 'widow tax' signals potential relief for more Queensland households grappling with cost-of-living pressures.
KingstonAustralia·Wellness·3mo agoKingston Residents Cut Anxiety Through Regular Exercise ProgramsCommunity programs tie regular physical activity to lower stress levels in daily routines.
Corpus ChristiUnited States·Wellness·3mo agoCorpus Christi Swimmers Train in Pools, Natural Rock Formations This SummerLocal residents are using city pools and natural shoreline spots to maintain lap routines during the peak summer months.
AtlantaUnited States·Wellness·3mo agoAtlanta Residents Access Free Wellness Programs for Sleep and RecoveryAtlanta residents can reach public programs that support better sleep and recovery through city facilities and community centers without added expense.
BrisbaneAustralia·Federal·3mo agoPrime Minister insists tax plan criticisms will fade as government defends economic policyAnthony Albanese dismisses concerns about federal tax changes, claiming opposition concerns are temporary and will ultimately dissipate.
BrooklynUnited States·News·3mo agoBrooklyn Schools Extend Summer Break as 18-Year After-School Program EndsPublic school students in Brooklyn began their longest summer break in years this week, while the end of an 18-year after-school program in Canarsie leaves families searching for alternatives.
MelbourneAustralia·Wellness·3mo agoWinter Produce Peaks at Melbourne's Top Farmers Markets NowWinter is peak season for some of Victoria's most nutritious produce, and the city's farmers markets are stacked with reasons to ditch the supermarket.
ManilaPhilippines·Wellness·3mo agoManila Residents Access Free Mental Health Services Across City DistrictsFrom Sampaloc to Makati, Manila offers a growing range of free mental health resources-here’s how and where you can find help.
BastilleFrance·Wellness·3mo agoBastille Residents Access Free Wellness Services Under $10 Per VisitBastille residents facing daily pressures can tap into established city programs that keep costs at zero or under ten dollars per visit.
Business BayUnited Arab Emirates·Sport·3mo agoSports Facilities in Business Bay Dubai: Complete GuideDiscover indoor golf, fitness centers and multi-sport venues in Business Bay. Find gyms, training facilities and how to get started with sports activities nearby.
LeedervilleAustralia·Wellness·3mo agoHealth Services in Leederville: Local GuideFind GPs, mental health support, and wellness services in Leederville. Discover local clinics and how to access care near you.
Abu DhabiUnited Arab Emirates·Wellness·3mo agoAbu Dhabi Residents Build Lasting Health Through Simple Daily HabitsResidents across neighbourhoods from Al Khalidiyah to Al Reem Island have folded simple routines into their schedules to support long-term wellness.
IstanbulTurkey·News·3mo agoIstanbul Braces for Heavy Rain as Yellow Alert Warns of Flood RisksAuthorities outline precautions after recent flooding, with warnings covering the European side and specific afternoon intensification.
BrisbaneAustralia·News·3mo agoBrisbane Schools Overhaul Sparks Parent and Principal Debate on FundingParents, principals and local organisations in Brisbane respond to new state school funding, behaviour initiatives and technology adjustments affecting students across the city.
ToowoombaAustralia·Finance·3mo agoDensity development template: what Melbourne's Toorak Village reveal means for Toowoomba's planning futureVictoria's decision to raise building heights around transport corridors offers insight into how Australian cities balance growth with livability.
BronxUnited States·News·3mo agoBronx Council Approves $126B Budget; Stevens Votes NoBronx City Council members shape fiscal priorities and affordable housing. Althea Stevens' dissent on budget highlights local representation as Kingsbridge Armory redevelopment advances.
BrisbaneAustralia·Wellness·3mo agoBrisbane Council's Free Senior Fitness Classes Fill Up-Here's How to JoinBrisbane City Council is running no-cost group exercise classes for residents aged 55 and over at parks and community centres across the city, and health advocates say the timing couldn't be better.
BugisSingapore·News·3mo agoMoo Academy Opens in Bugis, Transforms Investor Education StrategyThe launch of Moomoo Singapore's new hub raises questions about next steps for expanding financial literacy programs through its SIAS partnership.
ParisFrance·Wellness·3mo agoParisians Log Secret Nature Walks Tourists Never Discover in ParisWhile visitors crowd the Champs-Élysées and the Trocadéro, Parisians are quietly logging kilometres through green corridors most guidebooks have never heard of.
AdelaideAustralia·Policy·3mo agoPlanning and Design Code Establishes Seven Zones for Adelaide CBD DevelopmentAdelaide CBD residents must follow the Planning and Design Code when seeking approval for construction, alterations or land use changes on properties in any of the seven zones.
GlenelgAustralia·Wellness·3mo agoGlenelg Sleep Clinics Report Surging Demand Amid Growing Health ConcernsWith waiting lists stretching into weeks and new research linking poor sleep to a cascade of health problems, local specialists say residents are finally taking their nights seriously.
Central CoastAustralia·Wellness·3mo agoCentral Coast Hosts 6 Weeks of Charity Runs, Walks, Fitness EventsSeveral organised runs and walks will take place on local paths and trails over the next six weeks.
BendigoAustralia·News·3mo agoBendigo Advances $X Million in Infrastructure from Prior State, Federal FundingProjects now advancing in Bendigo draw directly from prior state and federal allocations tied to housing targets and venue upgrades.
IstanbulTurkey·Culture·3mo agoOrganizers Drive Spanish-Latin American Music Tour Across Three CitiesThe institutions supporting the three-city tour reveal how music events at Istanbul’s Atatürk Cultural Center advance heritage work and cross-continental dialogue.
LagosNigeria·News·3mo agoLagos Expands Rail Network to 11 Lines, Launches Training CentrePUNCH reports that Lagos expanded its rail master plan and that LAMATA signed an agreement for a railway training centre.
Burleigh HeadsAustralia·Finance·3mo agoGlobal Market Shifts Reshape Retirement Planning for Burleigh Heads InvestorsRising equity markets and volatile commodities underscore the importance of international diversification for local retirement portfolios.
BogotáColombia·Wellness·3mo agoIDRD El Salitre Complex Offers Free Fitness and Health Programs for Bogotá ResidentsThe district-run sports and recreation site provides regular fitness sessions and health workshops open to all ages in the Salitre neighbourhood.
WoodlandsSingapore·Wellness·3mo agoWoodlands Residents Navigate Mental Health Care: GP, Psychologist, or Counsellor?Woodlands residents are spooked by wait times, gap fees and confusing referral pathways, so we broke down exactly which door to knock on first.