Major Australian companies not funding superannuation increase

More than a quarter of Australia’s top 20 listed companies will not fund the superannuation increase for all employees from July 1st, but will instead deduct it from take-home pay.

The Superannuation Guarantee - compulsory superannuation paid on top of ordinary earnings - goes up from 9.5% to 10% on July 1st.

Charity bus provides support to domestic violence survivors

Homeless women and domestic violence survivors are receiving support via a charity bus parked outside Brisbane centrelink offices.

Volunteer-run charity “4 Voices” provides these women the opportunity to connect and seek help in an informal setting.

The purple van travels to various Centrelink offices across Greater Brisbane.

Sudan to surrender formal officials for alleged war crimes

Sudan will surrender former officials who are wanted for alleged war crimes in the Darfur region to the International Criminal Court (ICC).

Sudan's decision comes weeks after the ICC's outgoing chief prosecutor, Fatou Bensouda, visited the country and urged its leaders to surrender all those wanted, including ex-President Omar al-Bashir, who was in power during the conflict.

Review: Mamma Mia! The Musical at The Star Gold Coast

The world class Matt Ward Entertainment presents Mamma Mia! The Musical performing at The Star Gold Coast from June 19 - July 11. The performance was filled with beautiful set design, stunning costumes and a talented cast that closely resembled the actors seen in the live action Mamma Mia! Film. It was an enjoyable experience for the whole family and I would highly recommend this musical for those in Gold Coast looking for a fun night out!