Lehrmann takes corruption watchdog boss to court
Despite being on the brink of bankruptcy as a result of court proceedings, embattled former Liberal staffer Bruce Lehrmann has lodged legal action against the head of a corruption watchdog…
Immigration. Why Australia should favour skilled migrants over family reunions
Australia’s migration programme has failed to deliver what it promised. It brings in relatively few genuinely skilled workers, while favouring family migration. Professors Alan Gamlen and Peter McDonald suggest a…
‘Steve Irwin gene’: slain veteran cop’s bravery saluted
Idolised and adored for his “Steve Irwin gene”, a retiring policeman has been hailed for the relentless bravery that ultimately robbed him of his life. Family, friends, colleagues and political…
S.Korea to bring home 300 workers detained in US raid
More than 300 South Korean workers detained following a massive immigration raid at a Hyundai plant in the US state of Georgia will be released and brought home, the South…
Libs feud as power broker wants Indian comment apology
A war of words between Liberal firebrands has sparked concerns the party continues to marginalise the Indian community following disparaging comments. Liberal power broker Alex Hawke has urged Senator Jacinta…
‘Steve Irwin gene’: tributes flow for slain veteran cop
Tears have flowed, mixed with laughter, for a larger-than-life veteran policeman gunned down just over a week before he was supposed to retire. Detective Leading Senior Constable Neal Thompson was…
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…