‘Disgusted’: coalition rift as gambling changes blasted
Two coalition MPs have crossed the floor in protest against gambling laws which they say don't go far enough to protect vulnerable people.
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Gambling reform changes unveiled to beat damning report
Labor is under fire for proposing late changes to its controversial gambling reforms as a damning report on the shake-up exposed gaps in the policy.
‘I am so sorry’: audit investigator’s belated apology
An investigator has apologised to a Senate inquiry for failing to properly probe claims of misconduct at one of the biggest multinational auditors.
‘Criminal gang’: fraud claims encircle acclaimed school
An academically acclaimed private school being probed over forced labour and abuse claims uses religion as a "camouflage" for fraud, inquiry witnesses claim.
Years-long NACC delays frustrating complainants
The National Anti-Corruption Commission Inspector says many complainants to the federal watchdog have been left flat by long waits to hear back on their cases.
‘Too far, too fast’: alarm as NDIS revamp moves closer
An inquiry report recommending multibillion-dollar cuts to the national disability fund go ahead is being tempered by widespread warnings over the shake-up
Ex-militant backs agitator crackdown, ideology programs
A former jihadist is backing a crackdown on hate preachers and pushing for a greater focus on deradicalisation programs, contradicting arguments from experts.
Premier’s brother ‘relaxed’ in Fiji to dodge inquiry
The brother of a state premier was told to "relax, read a book, gym, beers" while laying low in Fiji to avoid being summoned to answer corruption allegations.
Lobbyist for developer defends digging up dirt on MP
A corruption inquiry has been told details of a dirt file created about a former state minister which was intended to discredit the MP.
Control tactics, abuse ‘rife’ at church private school
Former students and church members have detailed disturbing claims of financial, psychological and social control at a religious private school.
‘Put people first’: landmark AI probe to set guardrails
The opportunities of artificial intelligence and the risks it poses to humanity will be considered by a royal commission that "puts people first".
Blurred extremist ideologies challenging intervention
Violent extremism is increasingly driven by mixed and unstable belief systems rather than clear-cut ideologies, a royal commission has heard.
Fugitive developer offered $100K to Perrottet brother
Controversial property developer Jean Nassif dangled a $100,000 political donation in front of a former premier's brother, phone taps have revealed.
Former neo-Nazi labels brotherhood ‘a load of lies’
An ex-neo-Nazi has revealed what saved him from extremism, as experts warn online grievance movements can radicalise young Australians.
‘Screwed’: ex-premier’s brother fumes over factionalism
The brother of a former state premier became obsessive about stacking Liberal Party branches but felt slighted for not being paid for his endeavours.
‘Tragic’: Liberal MP questioned about son at ICAC
A Liberal MP has told an integrity probe that its proceedings have caused him to limit his contact with his son, who has refused to appear before a watchdog.
Betting firms shift blame to parents, other platforms
Children being exposed to gambling advertisements and allegations of predatory inducements have been dismissed by major betting companies.
Neo-Nazi rally abhorrent but legally grey, top cop says
Police could not lawfully stop a neo-Nazi rally outside NSW parliament despite its explicit aims, a royal commission probing anti-Semitism has been told.
Push for nationwide ban on dumping old solar panels
Governments in all states and territories should ban solar panel dumping while a mandatory recycling scheme is created, an inquiry has been told.
Escorts, drugs: big-spending gamblers’ inducements
Gambling reform advocates have issued a plea to the government to stamp out the predatory behaviour of major betting companies.
Former premiers could face long-awaited CFMEU probe
Victoria's opposition is calling for past premiers to face a construction industry corruption probe as the state's current leader pledges to appear if needed.
Dodgy donations, desperate denials in Liberals probe
The first week of an explosive inquiry investigating potential corrupt conduct in the Liberal Party has shown how factionalism thrives behind closed doors.
Belt up: seatbelt culture push after wedding bus crash
Stricter enforcement on seatbelts and a new database of coach drivers and their complaints are among a suite of recommendations stemming from a tragic crash.
Corruption buster defends findings in fiery hearing
A threat to walk out and a spirited defence of his work have featured in evidence at an inquiry from the lawyer who triggered a royal commission into the CFMEU.
Conservative Liberal lobbyist labels co-founder ‘dodgy’
A member of a conservative Liberal faction has told a corruption probe he believes he got the idea to create a fake invoice from his "dodgy" co-founder.
‘Breathtaking’ NDIS exploitation in remote communities
Multiple groups have told an inquiry the federal government's proposed National Disability Insurance Scheme reforms should not go ahead in their current form.
Liberal faction gave ‘bogus’ invoices for donations
Factional infighting within the Liberal Party has been compared to epic war film Braveheart by a conservative Christian faction member at a corruption hearing.
Preschool to uni: envoy wants anti-Semitism education
Targeted education from preschool to university is essential to change embedded hateful views, the envoy tasked with combating anti-Semitism says.
Salacious dirt file found in Liberals corruption probe
A detrimental dossier containing allegations of an extramarital affair and designed to politically ruin a former Liberal minister has been aired at an inquiry.
Health watchdog rejects anti-Semitism definition fears
Practitioners are being assured by the health regulator they won't be censored under new guidelines based on a controversial definition of anti-Semitism.
‘No payment was made’: Liberal leader denies donation
Angus Taylor's name has been brought up in a NSW corruption inquiry over reported donations to a conservative Liberal Party faction.