Wiggles, ex-chief out of tune over ‘unlawful’ sacking
The Wiggles are playing hot potato with their former boss, denying claims he was illegally fired after raising concerns about the hiring of friends and family. Luke O’Neill says he…
Mourners arrive to pay respects for slain retiring cop
Family, friends and colleagues are coming together to salute a veteran officer who was gunned down just days away from retiring, as the hunt for his alleged killer continues. Detective…
Coalition seeks to rebuild ties with Indian community
A coalition senator has urged the party to move on after a Liberal colleague sent the opposition into damage control after saying the government was bringing in Indian migrants who…
Coal mine’s generous diesel tax credits a fresh target
One of Australia’s largest proposed coal projects could absorb more in diesel tax exemptions in its lifetime than the initial sum sunk into its construction, environmental groups say. About $44…
Albo’s dangerous expansion of Cabinet secrecy
In the first of a three-part series, FOI guru Rex Patrick explains how PM Albanese’s proposed modifications of Freedom of Information laws are a huge secrecy grab, inconsistent with citizen’s…
Clean energy shift to herald an ‘era of prosperity’: PM
A shift to clean energy could yield an “era of growth and prosperity” and businesses will lead the charge, the prime minister says. In a keynote speech to the Business…
Climate finance crunch time at Pacific leader talks
Pacific leaders are set for a more intimate gathering than usual at key annual talks, but excluding some heavyweight nations may prove counterproductive to goals of luring crucial funding for…
Full honours for officer killed on brink of retirement
Detective Leading Senior Constable Neal Thompson went to work one final time with his retirement tantalisingly close. He was looking forward to spending more time with the love of his…
Leader tries to fix Indian ties, but won’t apologise
Members of the Indian community have extended a warm welcome to the opposition leader after she declined to apologise for a senator’s controversial migration comments. Coalition Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price…
Growth figures, business data to dominate forecasts
The fallout from stronger-than expected GDP growth figures is expected to cast a shadow over economic developments, as fears mount the increase could lead to a pause in interest rate…