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Darwin Airport has been accused of disregarding measures to prevent toxic PFAS chemicals flowing into waterways.
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Australia bending carbon credit
The Morrison Government will claim existing credits towards its Paris climate target.
Broken link complete
Broken Hill’s water supply has been secured with a 270-kilometre pipeline from the Murray River at Wentworth.
New waste tech tested
Australian researchers are working on an improved wastewater system using algae to accelerate the breakdown of effluent.
Senator wants to see MDBP advice
The Federal Government has been accused of “undue secrecy” over legal advice about the Murray-Darling Basin Plan (MDBP).
Third hit for SKM recycling
Another Victorian recycling plant has been closed.
New drone built in Brisbane
The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) is unveiling its secretly-developed new drone.
Port probes ordered
A NSW parliamentary committee says a secret port deal in NSW should be investigated further.
Jailed former MP on bail
After almost 2 years behind bars, former NSW minister Ian Macdonald has been granted bail.
PM picks up predecessor's plan
The Federal Government is topping up the Snowy 2.0 project as part of its pre-election renewable energy pitch.
Defence dumps old XP
The Department of Defence has finally dumped Windows XP.
AER reports on flat rate
The Federal Government is trying to create a safety net on power prices to reduce costs for consumers.
Big power link backed
The Federal Government has put up $56 million for a second electricity interconnector between Tasmania and the mainland.
PM tops up emissions money
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced a $2 billion boost to the scheme that pays big polluters not to pollute.
AAT jobs for LNP friends
The Federal Government has been slammed for “stacking” the administrative appeals tribunal with political allies.
Hobart help signed-off
The long-awaited, $1.43 billion Hobart City Deal has been signed.
Business wants to keep casuals
Crossbench senators are being pushed defend protections for casual workers.
ACOSS wants disability probe
The Australian Council of Social Service wants a Royal Commission into abuse suffered by people with disabilities.
App aimed at ES health
Local experts want emergency service workers to be better equipped for the mental health challenges of their roles.
Wilson referral rejected
The Speaker of the House has rejected an attempt to sanction Tim Wilson for his handling of the franking credit inquiry.
China halts local coal
The Australian dollar took a hit on Friday after China announced an indefinite ban on coal imports.