Govt to give $570m boost to national security in federal budget...

News you can trust, opinions you can't ignore View Online   |   Forward March 30, 2019 Govt to give $570m boost to national security in federal budget The federal government is set to spend close to half a billion dollars to boost the country's counter-terrorism and anti-espionage operations in next week's budget. Two teenage tourists drown on Fraser Island Two teenage tourists have drowned on Fraser Island, off south-east Queensland. Labor pledges drastic consumer law penalties Unscrupulous companies caught ripping off consumers would face hefty fines of up to $50m if Labor wins the May federal election. Scott Morrison to introduce 'extreme' social media measures Social media bosses could face jail time if they don't pull down violent or extremist content fast enough under legislation the government will introduce to parliament next week. May's Brexit deal rejected for a third time British MPs have rejected Prime Minister Theresa May's Brexit deal for a third time in Parliament on the day the UK was supposed to leave the European Union. Trump threatens border closure over immigration row with Mexico US President Donald Trump has threatened to close the Mexican border next week if the country does not stop illegal immigration. US judge restricts public access to Damond case evidence A US judge has restricted public access to evidence in next week's trial of former American police officer Mohammed Noor for the murder of Australian woman Justine Damond. Cold snap sweeps through Victoria The south-east is shivering through a wintry weekend as a cold front sweeps through Victoria, bringing rain and dust storms. PM announces $150m for female sport change rooms FULL MEDIA CONFERENCE: Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced $150 million to improve female change room facilities at sporting grounds and swimming pools across the country. We want the world's best social media laws, not just the world's first: Husic Labor has welcomed the government's proposed crackdown on extremist content online, but Ed Husic is warning against fast-tracking laws that could be challenged by social media giants. Govt announces $15 million for North Qld Cowboys training facility The federal government is set to announce $15 million towards a new training facility for the North Queensland Cowboys. Rain in US Midwest threatens communities A severe storm system is bringing heavy to America's Midwest, threatening communities and farmers along the Missouri River Basin. Country star Thomas Rhett releases new album After huge international success with his last album 'Life Changes', US singer Thomas Rhett is back with a new record. Latest News Bulletin Copyright Australian News Channel Pty Ltd Unsubscribe