On that first Good Friday, Jesus did what we could never do for ourselves. What looked like defeat became the way of salvation as He gave His life so that we could be forgiven and have the hope of eternity through Him.
Jeanette and I join our Christian brothers and sisters to reflect on the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ which made a way for us to live with Him in Eternity.
Commentary | More than 99 per cent of Jews have vanished from Arab countries. Why does world remain silent on this mass displacement? Read the full story: https://t.co/9m5GTmKdQ8
Today the Senate will vote on One Nation's inquiry into fraud, waste and abuse in the NDIS.
The scheme was originally set up to care for the severely disabled, but it has since been abused and the cost has already reached $50 billion a year, on track to reach $100 billion.
There is a large number of unregistered providers (around 280,000) compared to registered ones (about 25,000), with support coordination costs exceeding $1.65 billion without clear participant outcomes, posing risks to scheme sustainability.
Immigration agents, some banned for misconduct, have been able to register as NDIS providers and allegedly defraud the scheme. Reports include billions for non-essential activities such as holidays and entertainment, and concerns that resources are diverted from those with genuine needs.
Some former prisoners receive large NDIS payments, how is this possible?
The scheme is not means-tested, allowing wealthy individuals to access funds, with some participants receiving over a million dollars and potential double-dipping with insurance payouts.
Wages under NDIS can be claimed up to $195 per hour, much higher than typical wages for similar services, contributing to inflated costs and sucking away providers from other important industries like aged care and veterans services.
The collapse of providers has left millions in unpaid debts, with concerns about foreign students improperly registering as service providers and sending money overseas without paying taxes.
@DrewPavlou and @PeteZogoulas, as private individuals, are effectively doing the government’s job by independently investigating NDIS providers alleged to be defrauding taxpayers.
Contrast their efforts—undertaken with limited resources and self‑funding—with the government's inaction. Despite extensive departmental resources, authorities have failed to adequately address widespread fraud that is visible and well known within the community.
That's why the Senate must establish this inquiry into NDIS fraud, waste and abuse or the severely disabled who are in genuine need will end up worse off.
President Trump and @SecWar have announced FULL benefits for national guard troops, equivalent to those of other active service members.
No one stands with our troops like the Trump administration 👏🇺🇸
A historic day on Sydney Harbour to mark 125 years of the @Australian_Navy.
The Exercise Kakadu Fleet Review brought together 31 ships from 19 countries, with a ceremonial gun salute, aerial display and the assembled fleet on show.
#YourADF#AusNavy#StrongerTogether
America is firmly in control of the Iran conflict, and we have demolished Iran’s capability for aggression.
@POTUS, @SecWar, and General Caine are spearheading our campaign to destroy all fortifications along the Strait of Hormuz.
The Royal Commission is an opportunity for everyone affected by antisemitism – Jewish and non-Jewish alike – to have their voices heard and share their personal stories.
Tomorrow evening, join ShareYourStory for a free webinar, Intro to the Royal Commission, to learn about the process and how to share yours.
Tuesday 24th March at 7:00pm.
Registration required – link in replies.
LONDON - HATZOLLAH AMBULANCE SET ALIGHT
Someone thought it would be a good idea to break into the holding yard to torch multiple Hatzoloh ambulances in Golders Green, London UK.
Hatzollah is a Jewish paramedic response service, staffed by volunteers and funded by the community. It suplements and often has more rapid response times that government provided ambulances. Golders Green is known as an area with a large orthodox Jewish community.
This is a particularly low hate crime. It shocks but does not surprise.
Just when I think I've seen it all from the Bondi attack, I see something new. Old wounds reopened. Tears flowing again. Images of me, and so many others, from the attack. But as jarring as this is to watch, is so important to see.
Thank you to the indefatigable @SharriMarkson for reconstructing what we must never forget, in honour of all the victims, the survivors and Australia as a whole.
I am also deeply, profoundly honoured to have been afforded to the opportunity to have my voice, my story, heard, alongside so many other survivors, heroes and victim families in this documentary.
As per the opening words, which are actually my very own "Survival comes with responsibility ... to tell the truth about what happened." THAT is my solemn promise to both the survivors and the 15 beautiful souls who were taken from us that day, that has now been seared into our collective memories.