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COVID probe shows submissions
The Commonwealth has issued an update on its ongoing COVID-19 inquiry.
Services safety boost tabled
The Federal Government has introduced legislation aimed at fortifying protections for Commonwealth frontline workers.
Assurance sought in Assange case
Julian Assange has won a temporary reprieve in his ongoing extradition battle.
Pole costs fall on owners
Western Power has urged property owners to replace private power poles at their own expense.
Offshore bill pulled
The Albanese government says it had to shelve its offshore gas regulation bill due to the Greens' strong opposition.
Big money for solar boost
The Albanese Government has announced its new, $1 billion Solar Sunshot initiative, which it says will help transform Australia into a renewable energy powerhouse.
Green job body forming
Businesses are concerned about attempts to shift workers into more sustainable work.
Population issue plotted
A new study predicts that by 2050, 76 per cent of countries will experience fertility rates below that required to maintain their population.
Science links backed
Science has been protected in a new Defence exports law passed by parliament.
Teen justice rates drop
The figures show the number of Australian teens involved with the justice system continues to drop.
Publisher fees slammed
Australia’s research institutions annually funnel an estimated $1 billion into the coffers of ...
Lord Mayor set to step down
Melbourne Lord Mayor Sally Capp has announced she will step down at the end of June.
Charges laid for alleged bribe
The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) says charges have been laid over an airport bribery scandal.
NDIS shift outlined
Bill Shorten has announced plans for a new, more sustainable NDIS within five years.
ATO cops court hits
The ATO has been battered this week with criticism of its handling of billions of dollars in family trusts and business debts.
Vehicle plan decelerated
The Albanese government has moved to weaken its planned vehicle efficiency standards.
Sports funds unjustified
A WA Auditor General's report on sports spending has raised pork-barrelling allegations.
ASD joins cyber deal
The Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) and Microsoft have embarked on a $5 billion threat sharing partnership.
EU aims at tech control
The European Commission has launched investigations against tech giants under its Digital Markets Act.
US takes Apple to court
The United States has launched a lawsuit against Apple, accusing the tech giant of using its dominant market position in the smartphone industry to suppress competition and limit choice.