A powerful cold front is sweeping across Western Australia, bringing heavy rainfall, damaging winds, and cooler temperatures to the state’s southern regions. Significant rainfall totals reached 68mm near Harvey, while wind gusts peaked at 106km/h at Cape Leeuwin. As the front moves inland, residents should expect continued showers, cool conditions, and potential small hail in coastal areas.
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Virgin Australia is expanding its Pets in Cabin program, adding new routes between Adelaide, Melbourne, and the Gold Coast starting June 23. As the first major Australian airline to allow small cats and dogs in the cabin, Virgin is meeting high demand from owners who want their pets to travel alongside them rather than in cargo.
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has backed Angus Taylor’s proposal to index tax thresholds, calling for a major overhaul to address bracket creep and unfair taxation on overtime. Hanson also criticized Labor’s tax strategies and revealed she may contest a lower house seat in the next election. Additionally, she maintained her firm stance on stricter migration policies.