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The NT Government has announced a push for a 50 per cent renewable energy target by 2030.
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Andrews unveils big road plan
The Victorian Government has unveiled the route for Melbourne's $16.5 billion ‘missing road link’.
Tesla claims success in SA
Tesla has completed construction on what is described as the world's most powerful lithium ion battery.
Doctors call for jail age increase
Doctors have joined a push to raise the age of criminal responsibility from 10 to 14 years old.
NEG survives COAG assault
The Federal Government has managed to keep its latest energy policy alive.
White Paper plots US reign
The Federal Government has unveiled its Foreign Policy White Paper, designed to guide relations for the next decade.
New scheme spreads DVOs
The new National Domestic Violence Order Scheme (NDVOS) has come into effect.
Niche schools make SES claims
Catholic and independent schools are arguing over who is most disadvantaged by the current funding model.
SA re-ignites Gonski fight
South Australia has continued the stand-off over the Federal Government's Gonski 2.0 education plan.
Councils welcome JO move
The NSW Government says it will allow councils to form cross-border Joint Organisations ...
Vic moves to tighten terror laws
The Victorian Government is looking at tough new laws to terror-proof Melbourne.
Xenophon goes against rates
Nick Xenophon has back-flipped on his support of capping local council rates.
Lismore solar sets sail
Work is beginning on a council-backed floating solar farm.
Developer help alleged
Media reports say a Queensland mayor lobbied his council to support a development by one of his campaign donors ...
Hot-desking test begins
The Fair Work Commission has begun to hear arguments in the ATO’s hot-desking case.
Department heads make domestic pledge
DPMC boss Martin Parkinson says the public service must confront the impact of violence against women as a workplace and moral issue.
New recruits for robo-debt response
DHS has been accused of a “scandalous” level of privatisation.
Council credit card use reviewed
Tasmania’s auditor-general has reported on the use of credit cards by Tasmanian local council managers and elected members.
AG uncovers PS nepotism
Tasmania’s auditor-general has reported on conflicts of interest and “jobs for mates” in the state’s public sector.
TasWater plan could go to poll
The Tasmanian Government may be willing to compromise in its bid to take over TasWater.