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Staff diverted from FOI despite long backlog: inquiry

Staff diverted from FOI despite long backlog: inquiry

Ex-FOI commissioner Leo Hardiman has called out the government agency for sidelining issues in the freedom of information system.

Senate push to force minister's hand on flight decision

Senate push to force minister's hand on flight decision

Senate push to force minister's hand on flight decision

Senate push to force minister's hand on flight decision

The government will face a push to reveal documents pertaining to the decision to block Qatar Airways from flying extra routes after being lobbied by Qantas.

ABC targeted ex-commando in 'PR exercise', lawyer says

ABC targeted ex-commando in 'PR exercise', lawyer says

ABC targeted ex-commando in 'PR exercise', lawyer says

ABC targeted ex-commando in 'PR exercise', lawyer says

Ex-platoon leader Heston Russell claims his reputation was ruined by ABC articles the broadcaster says were published in the public interest.

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Campaigners target crucial swing state for referendum

Campaigners target crucial swing state for referendum

Adelaide voters are widely seen as crucial to the success of the Indigenous voice referendum, as the prime minister prepares to announce the poll date.

Zip's up and down as full-year loss narrows to $48.2m

Zip's up and down as full-year loss narrows to $48.2m

Zip has posted 16 per cent jump in revenue and a decline in bad debts, although its customer numbers also dipped as it attempted to manage risk.

Confidence edges higher but consumers remain wary

Confidence edges higher but consumers remain wary

A pause on interest rate hikes has failed to substantially lift consumer spirits with a key index remaining below levels seen during COVID-19 lockdowns.

Australia welcomes China shipments after barley barney

Australia welcomes China shipments after barley barney

Trade Minister Don Farrell has welcomed the first Australian barley exports making their way to China after punitive trade tariffs were dropped.

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Fresh approach to running the rule over public programs

Fresh approach to running the rule over public programs

Fresh approach to running the rule over public programs

Fresh approach to running the rule over public programs

The government says its new unit to evaluate public programs will do a better job of helping fine-tune policies than spending big on consultants.

Chevron's WA offshore gas fields face industrial action

Chevron's WA offshore gas fields face industrial action

Chevron's WA offshore gas fields face industrial action

Chevron's WA offshore gas fields face industrial action

Chevron Australia's offshore gas fields in the country's northwest face industrial action next week over pay and conditions, posing a risk to global supplies.

Google and Apple hit back at anti-competition claims

Google and Apple hit back at anti-competition claims

Google and Apple hit back at anti-competition claims

Google and Apple hit back at anti-competition claims

Two of the world's largest companies have defended accusations their app stores are driving out competition with smaller developers.

Victorian beekeepers warned there mite be a big problem

Victorian beekeepers warned there mite be a big problem

Victorian beekeepers warned there mite be a big problem

Victorian beekeepers warned there mite be a big problem

Another infestation of varroa mite discovered in the New South Wales Riverina has prompted warnings for beekeepers in Victoria.

Outgoing ACT prosecutor sues over Lehrmann inquiry

Outgoing ACT prosecutor sues over Lehrmann inquiry

Outgoing ACT prosecutor sues over Lehrmann inquiry

Outgoing ACT prosecutor sues over Lehrmann inquiry

Shane Drumgold, the ACT's outgoing director of public prosecutions, has launched legal action in the Supreme Court over the Bruce Lehrmann inquiry.

Lynas 'match fit' despite profit slide, rising costs

Lynas 'match fit' despite profit slide, rising costs

Lynas 'match fit' despite profit slide, rising costs

Lynas 'match fit' despite profit slide, rising costs

The biggest producer of rare earths outside China says it's ready to meet increasing demand despite a profit plunge and cost blowout.

Human rights group blows whistle on protection failures

Human rights group blows whistle on protection failures

Human rights group blows whistle on protection failures

Human rights group blows whistle on protection failures

Analysis by the Human Rights Law Centre has found federal protections have not led to a single successful decision in favour of a whistleblower.

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$3b WA energy grid boost to spark renewables transition

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced WA's share of a multibillion-dollar plan to modernise energy grids as Australia transitions to renewables.

Casino operator Star posts $2.4b loss despite tax boost

Embattled gambling company Star Entertainment Group has recorded a $2.44 billion full-year loss after it was hit by regulatory and legal action.

Defence spends $765m for air and missile defence system

New air and missile defence systems are being developed for the Australian Defence Force to protect Australia from potential threats.

Python parasite found in woman's brain in world first

A researcher has praised an Australian woman's courage after doctors found an eight-centimetre parasite from a python in her brain during surgery.

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Flag dream over for Demon Melksham after ACL tear

Melbourne forward Jake Melksham will be sidelined for up to a year after scans confirmed he has torn the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee.

Qantas boss defends profit as senators press on prices

Qantas chief Alan Joyce acknowledges Australians are doing it tough as he defends the airline's billion-dollar profit and suggests cheaper tickets solutions.

Aust shares rise after Fed chair talks caution on hikes

The local share market finished up 0.6 per cent after a closely watched address by Fed chairman Jerome Powell at a summit of central bankers.

Forty years of opportunity cherry on top for WA economy

Business leaders in WA have been told the next 40 years "belong" to the state as the federal government talks up its economy during another visit to Perth.

Matildas mania nets retail goals after scoreless sales

The Women's World Cup has boosted spending on catering and takeaway food following a flat end-of-year sales period for retailers.

Consultants stand by Games costings despite big blowout

An inquiry examining Victoria's 2026 Commonwealth Games cancellation has grilled a major consulting firm over its role in developing the original business case.

Latest Fortescue CEO backs 'crazy vision', dividend cut

Fortescue Metals Group has booked a lower full-year profit after a writedown, slashed the final dividend and shocked investors with another new CEO.

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