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The Victorian Government says it is enhancing transparency in the planning system and boosting accountability within local governments.
US warning on water hacks
The US Government has issued a warning about the vulnerability of water systems to cyberattacks.
'Covert' harassment exposed
A new survey has uncovered extensive ‘covert’ sexual harassment at Australian mines.
Ballarat collapse probed
Authorities are investigating a partial mine collapse that resulted in the death of an underground worker in Victoria.
Qantas sacking faces tests
Qantas Airways is set to compensate 1,820 airport ground staff after a High Court ruling deemed their pandemic-era dismissals illegal.
CEFC continues lithium boost
The Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) has announced a commitment of up to $110 million to support a lithium project.
EDO engages SC review
The Environmental Defenders Office (EDO) has initiated an external review following critical remarks in a recent court case.
Ex-PM's Origin comments surface
In a striking political intervention, Paul Keating appears to have challenged Treasurer Jim Chalmers to dismiss a $20 billion offer by Canadian private equity giant Brookfield to purchase Origin Energy.
Low cost scheme outlined
Economists have proposed a ‘HECS-for-solar’ scheme to slash power bills and help the climate.
Pocock questions gas talks
The Albanese government has been accused of avoiding First Nations consultation on offshore gas plans.
Shareholder push resisted
Woodside Energy has defended its chairman, Richard Goyder, amid a campaign by activist shareholders against his re-election.
Sub plan could fall short
The first anniversary of the AUKUS pact has been marked with concern about its future.
Mistrust rife in Reef review
Great Barrier Reef regulations have been met with scepticism from farmers.
New offshore zone set
The Federal Government has officially declared the Southern Ocean Wind Zone, covering an area of 1,030 square kilometres off the coast of Warrnambool and Port Fairy in Victoria.
Building rules bring risks
WA’s attempt to streamline planning laws could heighten the risk of misconduct, according to its CCC commissioner.
Governments agree on NT housing
A $4 billion remote housing initiative is being created to transform NT Indigenous communities.
Qantas fined for COVID action
Qantas has been fined $250,000 in a historic work health and safety conviction.
Stone laws coming soon
WorkSafe Queensland is reminding operators that an engineered stone ban come into effect from 1 July 2024.
Union seeks big rise
The CFMEU is reportedly pushing for a substantial 26 per cent pay rise over the next three years for its members.
Big tariff cut coming
The Albanese government is planning to streamline environmental approvals for resource projects, abolishing 500 “nuisance” tariffs.