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Committee seeks welfare decency
A government committee has called for a $17 per day increase in JobSeeker payments.
King delegates gas decision
The Resources Minister has excused herself from decision-making on the contentious Petroleum Export Permit 11 (PEP-11).
Online power boost outlined
The Government wants public input on a plan to expand the eSafety Commissioner’s powers.
Brisbane site set for AFP
Brisbane’s lord Mayor is outraged that the AFP is taking over a site that could be used to assist the homeless.
Beetaloo deal emerges
Concern has been raised around a gas deal meant to secure the NT’s energy future.
Fines tightened for emergency attacks
Queensland is looking at tougher penalties for people who ram emergency services vehicles.
Hydromorphone trial backed
Hydromorphone, a potent synthetic opioid, is a central element of Victoria’s new drug strategy.
New standard for federal buys
A new sustainability initiative imposes stricter standards for government contracting.
COVID guidelines reviewed
New research finds most national COVID-19 treatment guidelines recommend treatments that do not work.
WA seeks gas progress
WA has urged the Commonwealth to apply its “use it or lose it” policy for energy companies holding undeveloped offshore gas field licences.
Uni returns ancient spears
A set of stolen Indigenous artefacts have been returned to their community.
HECS rise prompts response
A spike in tertiary education loan costs has prompted more calls for reform.
Sims questions local fervour
A once leading figure in Australian regulation says a fancy slogan could hinder progress.
SA strike action settled
A planned train strike in Adelaide has been called off.
IEA watching climate claims
The IEA wants to ensure global climate pledges are carried out.
Mental health leader resigns
The chair of Mental Health Australia has resigned citing profound disappointment with the Albanese government's ...
Senate seeks COVID probe
Political will could see Australia avoid learning lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Cops want more tech access
Top cops have asked big tech firms for more help.
ABF abuse uncovered
Reports reveal an environment of sexual harassment and discrimination within the ABF marine unit.
Musk attacks safety efforts
One of the world’s richest people is set to test Australia's online safety laws.