The government has unveiled a new register aimed at combating SMS scams. A review of Victoria's business environment revealed high property taxes and excessive regulatory requirements, making it the worst jurisdiction for new businesses. In contrast, South Australia emerged as the best state for starting a business, followed by Tasmania, the ACT, and the NT, with NSW ranking fifth.
The review also highlighted issues like a 2022 visit to Taiwan and a new service commemorating the 50th anniversary of Cyclone Tracy, which devastated Darwin in 1974. Additionally, the text mentions a new law banning under-16s from social media, anticipated to face pushback from tech giants