In New South Wales (NSW), new penalties are aimed at drivers who park in and block access to charging stations for electric vehicles (EVs) to assist and advance Australia’s transition to electric mobility. These penalties and the associated fines are a response to an increase in the use and adoption of EVs in Australia. These … Read more
Australia is the first country in the world to make a country-wide legalization of e-scooters to be used in public roads, simplifying a patchwork of laws across the states and safer, regulated mobility alternatives to pedestrians and riders. As a start, a comprehensive 5-7 paragraphed article, a simple table and three FAQs, can be found … Read more
In 2025, the Australian Seniors Card program received significant changes, and many pensioners were surprised to learn of changes in the rules, which influence both the eligibility and the type of discounts, as well as how the card is renewed. The new reforms are set to benefit older Australians by tightening benefits and ensuring that … Read more
Thousands of people receiving Centrelink payments will be able to get extra financial support in the form of up to $1,100 payments, in October 2025, aiming to ease the burden of cost-of-living, for people in need. These payments have been coming at a time when the inflation is on the rise, utility bills are rising … Read more
The immigration system of Australia has received significant changes in 2025, with numerous of them coming into full force in October. The changes are aimed to attract highly skilled professionals as well as balance with the home labour market. Australian job applicants now have to endure new eligibility laws, tougher requirements to learn English and … Read more
The United Kingdom has made major changes to its work permit regime in 2025, most of which will take effect by October. The purpose of these reforms is to make the immigration system more streamlined, eligibility stricter, increase compliance, and more in line with the priorities of government to bring high-skilled talent to the country … Read more
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has assured of the payment plan and boost of grant payment in October of the year 2025 as a relief measure to the millions of vulnerable people in South Africa. With a recent announcement of a R10 rise in most social grants, the beneficiaries will be able to … Read more
There are myriads of reasons that can lead to the termination of the Centrelink payment, among them being system error, failure to attend an appointment, even tougher eligibility checks or failure to uphold mutual obligations. Age Pensioners, JobSeeker users, Family Tax Benefit users, single parents, seniors and individuals with disabilities are the most vulnerable victim … Read more
At the end of October of 2025, millions of Americans will have a one-time stimulus payment of 1702, which is meant to provide relief amidst a period of inflation, high rent and food prices in the country. This new direct payment is a continuation of the federal government approach to assist low and middle-income households, … Read more
In 2025, AMP settled a large lawsuit involving excessively high prices and misadministration in its superannuation products: the company paid more than $120 million to settle a case involving a major class action claim. This settlement impacts more than two million Australians, offers much-needed financial compensation to victims of unjust charges and poor fund performance … Read more