Hit the brakes: taxes could slow hybrid vehicle sales
Cuts to transport emissions could slow down next year unless the government extends its tax cuts for plug-in hybrid cars, an inquiry has been told.
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No guarantee of coverage for remote Australians post-3G
Farming families fear losing their access to health and education, as Telstra acknowledges some may lose connectivity in 3G closure.
Former PwC head grilled over role in tax scandal
The former boss of PwC in Australia, Tom Seymour, has made his first public comments since resigning due to the tax advice scandal.
Reproductive leave push to end ‘culture of silence’
Paid leave entitlements for menopause and fertility issues would boost female workforce participation and prevent early retirements, unions say.
Extremist groups exploit popular social media platforms
Neo-Nazi groups are exploiting mainstream social media sites to supercharge their audience numbers and fundraise to promote violent beliefs, an expert warns.
‘Whack-a-mole’ warning for curbing online extremism
Experts have weighed in on attempts by ASIO to access the encrypted messages of online extremists, warning it could simply lead to users migrating elsewhere.
National plan needed to rescue live music, inquiry told
With iconic venues such as Brisbane's The Zoo unable to survive, Australia's live music industry needs a national rescue plan, an inquiry has been told.
Remote doctors, medical devices affected by 3G closure
Critical devices from insulin pumps and pacemakers to security cameras and EFTPOS machines could be affected by the 3G shutdown, an inquiry has been told.
Fears of widespread disruption when 3G is switched off
Telcos and the government may not realise the potential extent of disruptions when 3G is switched off, with concerns across health, construction and farming.
Rosehill development plan a ‘hijack’: Gai Waterhouse
Champion racehorse trainer Gai Waterhouse says a controversial plan to offload Sydney's Rosehill racecourse is like putting Bondi Beach up for sale.
Drunk cop who fled crash and lied ‘should be sacked’
A senior NSW police officer who downed 23 drinks, crashed his police car and then left the scene before lying about it should be sacked, a watchdog has found.
Doctors call for AI rules to prevent medical mistakes
Doctors and nurses are using AI tools in patient settings daily, an inquiry has heard, even though the technology falls outside regulations.
CFMEU officials yet to be stood down over allegations
The union movement is pushing back against efforts to de-register the CFMEU but no individuals have yet been stood down over allegations of criminal links.
Social media age limits ‘likely to make things worse’
Bringing in age restrictions for social media could make safety issues worse for young users, child protection organisations have told a parliamentary hearing.
Calls for inquiry into union’s alleged criminal links
As reports continue to emerge alleging criminal and bikie links within the union movement, calls are growing for an independent probe into the CFMEU.
Why Australian news could be banned from Facebook again
Banishing Australian news content from Facebook could devastate media outlets and disadvantage audiences, an inquiry into social media has heard.
Royal commission to tackle ‘scourge’ of family violence
SA's Royal Commission into Domestic, Sexual and Family Violence has started, aiming to deliver transformative change that protects families.
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Child abuse and online safety risks probed at inquiry
Lawmakers and experts in child protection policies are expected to appear at a federal social media inquiry following controversial claims by Meta.
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Would you show Facebook your ID? The govt wants to know
A $6.5 million age-assurance technology trial will test whether it can prevent teens accessing social networks and whether adults are willing to use it.
Police pedophile groomed, abused 50 boys over 30 years
Former Tasmanian police officer Paul Reynolds groomed or sexually abused up to 52 boys over 30 years and concealed it through his status, a review has found.
Pedo cop likely had more victims after 50 boys groomed
Former police officer Paul Reynolds likely groomed or sexually abused more than 50 boys over 30 years and concealed it through his status.
Engine failure risk warning before fatal chopper crash
Air crew were warned of the risk of engine failure ahead of a fatal army helicopter crash off the Queensland coast, an inquiry has been told.
High workload worry before chopper crash, inquiry told
Pilots were concerned about taking on multiple roles leading to fatigue and distraction before a fatal army helicopter crash, an inquiry has been told.
Probe pressure builds on police over lead up to murders
A push is mounting for an independent probe into the actions of police before a double murder after the killer's family said they kept trying to warn officers.
Premier could offer apology for Aboriginal injustices
Premier Jacinta Allan is prepared to formally apologise for injustices perpetrated against Aboriginal people following Victoria's truth-telling inquiry.
Premier ‘prepared’ to apologise for colonisation wrongs
Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan is prepared to issue a formal apology for the state perpetrating injustices against Aboriginal people.
Star head says casino not suitable for licence
Star Entertainment Group's executive chair says its Sydney casino will need ongoing supervision to ensure the business"keeps focused" on its remediation plan.
Star’s ex-chief shown door after preparations for ‘war’
Messages discussing going to "war" with the regulator may create challenges despite one of the leaders who sent them being terminated, a Star director says.
Star head says ‘war’ messages sent in heat of moment
The executive chair of casino operator Star says he was "trigger happy" when sending private messages discussing readying for war with the NSW regulator.
‘Multiple red flags’ missed as Star clients skimmed $3m
A senior executive from Sydney's The Star casino has admitted there were many chances to pick up a multimillion-dollar fraud at the facility.
Casino bosses resigned over disillusionment with chief
Former executives at a Sydney casino have accused their ex-boss of fostering exclusion and secrecy at the beleaguered company, which led to them leaving.