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Australia's unemployment rate remained steady at 4.1% in February, despite a decline in the labor force participation rate. The loss of 52,800 jobs was attributed to fewer older workers returning to work, but economists believe the sharp fall may be revised in the coming months due to seasonal effects.

Streaky Bay residents are concerned that recreational activities like cage diving and jet-skiing could be attracting sharks, following two fatal attacks in recent months. The community is seeking solutions, including the exclusion of fishing in surf zones and improved communication infrastructure, as they grapple with the fear and anxiety caused by these incidents.

Queensland's fire ant suppression zone is experiencing a surge in activity following ex-tropical cyclone Alfred, with residents reporting increased attacks and pleading for more assistance from the government. The lack of support in the suppression zone raises concerns about the potential spread of fire ants to other parts of Australia.

Ben & Jerry's, known for its social activism, is locked in a legal battle with parent company Unilever over its boycott of Israeli settlements and alleged silencing of its social mission. The ice cream maker accuses Unilever of unlawfully removing its CEO and violating their agreement, while Unilever claims Ben & Jerry's activism has become too "one-sided" and "polarizing.

Anna Bardsley, co-founder of the Gambling Harm Lived Experience Experts, believes stronger gambling laws in Victoria could have saved her from losing a decade of her life to gambling addiction. She urges both major parties to address the issue of problem gambling and prioritize people over the gambling industry.