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The entire $120 billion energy industry wants its own set of options in the government’s Direct Action policy, asking to be exempt from the bulk of new laws.
Super leaders want help from outside the fold
The heads of some union-backed superannuation funds have made a surprising announcement, saying they would like more independent outsiders on their executive teams.
ACCC moves to unnatural funds after numbers fail to fall
Leaders of the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission are feeling strapped for cash, admitting that ‘natural attrition’ has not thinned its numbers, and it needs more money for redundancies.
Baby tax change could bring bonus on return
The Tax Institute of Australia says there are a range of benefits that would come from making child care tax deductible.
Funds to form new business bonds
Regional Development Australia (RDA) says it will help break the ice between businesses, to build productivity through communication and collaboration.
Gender reporting costs money, but more is lost without it
The federal government is considering removing the requirement for larger companies to lodge an annual report with the Workplace Gender Equality Agency.
Moves to run rat race out to regions
A Rural and Regional Committee has called for forced public service teleworking quotas, to push government jobs into regional areas.
Red nation changes favourites in new OS
North Korea has updated the one operating system available in the country, moving from an interface pinched from Microsoft Windows toward one resembling Apple’s OSX.
Evolution reaches across time and face
Timing is indeed crucial, with a new paper finding time is the difference between fear and surprise in facial expressions.
New field, new ideas as data and science mingle
Just as answering one question leads to several more, developments in one scientific field often create entirely new areas of study.
Buy-out brings Calibre trans-Tasman reach
The Calibre Group has expended its broad portfolio, buying up New Zealand-based engineering and surveying firm Spiire NZ.
Big front-wheeler brings bizarre to work commute
A new device will provide the best of several worlds for people who are severely indecisive about the way they travel.
Foreign offices need IT fix to match modern diplomacy
The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade has asked for hands to be raised to build a $216 million replacement global communications network, as our current diplomatic cables strain under the weight of modern interactions.
Optus bags NBN tender, will handle satellites for five years
Telecommunications provider Optus has secured a multi-year deal to handle satellite access to the National Broadband Network.
Shell may sell servos, or ditch Australian digs
Shell may be looking to sell its 900 Australian petrol stations, after it reported a 39 per cent drop in annual profits.
WorkCover changes to cut fakes, provide more healthcare
Injured workers will be re-defined, and able to sue their bosses, under an overhaul of South Australia's WorkCover regime.
Billion lost as millions left by the educational wayside
While many complain about the specifics of high school curricula and broad educational ideas, it is worth remembering that for a huge portion of the planet the most basic schooling is out of reach.
New role takes bug fight to the farm gate
The industry body representing Australia’s vegetable growers has taken steps to protect its crop
Old favourite picked most likely for Future Fund spot
Reports today suggest former treasurer Peter Costello is likely to take over as chair of the Future Fund, with insiders saying it has been at the request of the outgoing David Gonski.
Stress brings potent cellular game-changer
A new technique is being developed that would allow human cells to be turned back into stem cells, and grown into virtually any body part.
Young brains bear fruit beyond their years
Some astounding inventions have shown the high level of creativity in the minds of Australian high-schoolers.