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Outrage is stirring over the amount that Victorian councils spend on overseas travel for councillors.
Coal train claims and others tested for EPA inquiry
A NSW Legislative Assembly will look into accusations that the state’s Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) covered up the extent of coal dust pollution.
Strike foreseen over cuts and 9 minutes' work
An extra nine minutes of work per day could be the final straw for embattled staff at the Australian Tax Office.
Work fight site clears path to calm
An online tool could spell an end to workplace disputes, disagreements, fights and furphies.
Big mining money swap reported, disputed
The mining industry is hugely responsible for economic prosperity in Australia, but a new report says there is a big cost when states choose to dig.
Raft of charges as more Cootes trucks found unsafe
Melbourne-based trucking company Cootes Transport has been hit with 67 counts of operating unsafe vehicles, after safety investigations crossed state lines.
Water change shows legal tide favours mines in QLD
Showing the extreme mining-friendliness of the Queensland Government, a law has been changed to prevent investigation of a controversial quarrying practice.
Big billions give GE power in France
One of the world’s best-known companies will buy a power outfit for over $17 billion.
Lobbyist in health site fight faces sacking call
Documents to clear conflict of interest claims against a junk food lobbyist in the Health Department “do not exist”.
Spy shift to put all internet-users up for probing
The Federal Government will bring a bill to parliament in coming weeks which seeks to give ASIO more abilities to monitor and control digital communication.
Advice adjustments restore small incentive
The Finance Minister says changes to legislation will mean advisers will be able to receive “incentive payments”, not commission.
Latest leaks show talks toward big offshore banks
A confidential Trade in Services Agreement document has been published by WikiLeaks, showing that Australia, the United States, the European Union and 20 other large and small countries have been discussing unprecedented mutual access to each other’s financial service sectors.
Great minds need fertile grounds in public service
A new report says the Australian Public Service must promote innovation and creative minds within its ranks.
Independence questioned as funds follow party lines
There are accusations of extreme political pandering being thrown at the Federal Government, after it was revealed that it has so far funded projects in LNP electorates at a rate about three times higher than others.
Bets hedged on gamblers' heads to break addictive grip
Australian scientists will look inside the brain for physical evidence of gambling addiction, with the launch of an important research project.
Lines drawn, options passed in vote to kill anti-green bill
The Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) lives on for now, and the Prime Minister has been handed his first option for a double dissolution.
Obama sets sights on Pacific fish pirates
International fisheries may be the target of an assault by the United States.
Drugs inject slow, risky work approach nationwide
The Australian Drug Foundation says one in five workers admit attending their job while under the influence of alcohol.
Hurtful history questions detailed for Queensland
Legal changes in Queensland mean employers can request information about pre-existing injuries or medical conditions from potential workers.
New focus for UGL after fiery few months
Big moves at engineering contractor UGL, with the announcement of the sale of one subsidiary and appointment of a new CEO.
Abbott's hat trick in pro-coal climate
The Prime Minister continues to skirt the importance of investment in renewable energy, saying that Australia should focus on “affordable” energy, and that fighting climate change can be done without harming fossil fuel industries.