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Just when you thought airlines couldn't squeeze another dollar out of you, the Canadian airline, WestJet proves us wrong.
Pick & Scroll News
October 09, 2025
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Good morning. Just when you thought airlines couldn't squeeze another dollar out of you, the Canadian airline, WestJet proves us wrong.
WestJet will soon be charging passengers on their new aircraft for the ability to recline their seats.
We're waiting for the additional charges to come if you want a qualified pilot or not.
All the headlines and more below...
AUSTRALIAN NEWS
Centrelink reminder over $1,132 dental cash as Aussies urged to check their balance before it 'runs out'
Australia’s first-home buyer scheme now allows low-deposit purchases without mortgage insurance as city and regional subdivisions become top property targets. LINK
Centrelink is urging parents to use up to $1,132 in free dental benefits under the Child Dental Benefits Schedule before the 2025 expiry. LINK
Homeowners who avoided refinancing since April 2022 could pay up to $376,800 extra on a $1M loan due to higher loyalty interest rates. LINK
The government launched a new NDIS Support Needs Assessment to guide participant planning as families fear changes affecting autistic children. LINK
Australian companies have increased activity in ASEAN, the Middle East and India by 70% over 3 years as global trade shifts post-tariffs and regional growth accelerates. LINK
66% of Australian workers see AI as an ethical issue and nearly 50% fear job loss, as strong support remains for upskilling and retraining by employers. LINK
The Tasmanian government is pushing ahead with the $1.13B AFL stadium despite a planning rejection as it argues the project’s cultural value outweighs potential planning issues. LINK
Australia’s free-to-air TV ad market contracted nearly 10% in 2025 as advertisers favour digital media and billboards. LINK
GLOBAL NEWS
US port fees, and $3 billion in costs, loom for owners of Chinese-built ships
COMPANY NEWS
Hundreds of Australian writers in line for AI copyright compensation
Anthropic has agreed to pay Australian authors including Trent Dalton and Helen Garner about $4,500 per book after using over 500,000 books without permission to train its AI. LINK
Revolut launched the first Australian debit card rewards program as it lets users earn points on daily spending for discounted flights and gift cards without needing a credit card. LINK
Salesforce told customers it will not pay the ShinyHunters ransom despite the hacking group threatening to release stolen client data. LINK
Qilin ransomware group claimed to have stolen 27GB of sensitive data from Asahi, disrupting operations for more than a week. LINK
Toyota is testing a compact drone system to help drivers navigate off-road terrain as outlined in a filing with the FAA. LINK
Tesla launched cheaper Model Y and Model 3 versions priced at $39,990 and $36,990 respectively, as it works to regain EV market share amid tough rivals. LINK
Google is disrupting traffic and revenue models by using AI search features, causing the open web to face its largest change in 20 years. LINK
Glencore paid below Australia’s corporate tax rate last year while Optus sent emergency outage notices to an inactive government email, causing regulatory concerns. LINK
Lifestyle Communities reported slightly higher quarterly sales and lower inventory levels amid navigating a challenging housing market and recent VCAT decision. LINK
Magellan Financial Group lifted its assets under management by $600M in Q3 FY24 as institutional inflows jumped $1.2B. LINK
NRW Holdings raised its FY26 revenue guidance beyond $4B as it completed a $200M Fredon Industries buyout and gained momentum early. LINK
The federal government has granted Glencore a $600M bailout to protect Mount Isa’s copper operations and over 1,000 jobs as long-term investments become a requirement. LINK
ONE MORE SCROLL
Editor’s Pick: Smartphones can be a pain in the butt when used in the bathroom.
Draft Pick: Explicit 'Silly Sunday' Stephen Hawking stunt sees football club facing expulsion.
Odd Pick: Why explaining your problems to a rubber duck actually works.
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BRAINTEASER
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The house is located in Bayview, Sydney. It has 7 bedrooms, 8 acres, swimming pool, tennis courts and only 40 minutes from the city. How much is the house on the market for?
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