Technology exacerbates worst aspects of rental crisis
The real estate industry is accumulating huge amounts of information on homebuyers, renters and those looking to inspect homes, a housing inquiry will hear.
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PwC spin-off firm ethics under investigation
The finance department is considering whether the spin-off company of scandal-plagued consultancy firm PwC is ethically sound enough for government contracts.
PwC took ‘whatever it takes approach’, review finds
A scathing review into PwC following the tax advice scandal found the firm overlooked poor behaviour and took a whatever it takes approach to business.
‘Whatever it takes’: PwC’s poor behaviour exposed
A scathing review into PwC following the tax advice scandal found the firm overlooked poor behaviour and took a whatever it takes approach to business.
Renters at risk of having personal data hacked
Huge amounts of information being gathered on renters has left them exposed to being victims of massive data breaches, a parliamentary inquiry has been told.
Child abuse risk at detention centre ‘live and current’
It will take years to close a troubled youth detention centre described as being a "live" sexual abuse risk, Tasmania's government says.
Treasury warns rent freezes would reduce housing supply
Rent controls have been found to limit housing supply and the quality of homes, as well as disproportionately befitting high income earners.
‘Whatever it takes’: PwC’s poor behaviour laid bare
A scathing review into PwC following a tax advice scandal found the firm overlooked poor behaviour and took a "whatever it takes" approach to business.
Long-awaited disability inquiry report to be released
After hearing from more than 10,000 Australians over four years, the disability royal commission's final report and recommendations will be released.
‘Disturbing’ disability inquiry report to be released
After hearing from more than 10,000 Australians over four years, the disability royal commission's final report and recommendations will be released.
Transport accused of running Qantas ‘protection racket’
An inquiry examining the blocking of additional Qatar Airways flights has had limited luck getting vital information from Transport Department officials.
Senator delivers spray at transport stonewall on Qatar
An inquiry examining the blocking of additional Qatar Airways flights has had limited luck getting vital information from Transport Department officials.
‘Disturbing’ disability report set for public release
After hearing from more than 10,000 Australians over four years, the disability royal commission's final report and recommendations has been released.
COVID royal commission backer says things have changed
The Albanese government has been forced to defend its decision not to set up a royal commission but rather a three-expert inquiry into the pandemic.
Banks push back on mandates to stay in rural Australia
Increasing branch closures across rural Australia have raised the possibility of forcing banks to operate a minimum number of country outlets.
Feds must take lead in salvaging Comm Games: inquiry
A Senate inquiry has called for the federal government to facilitate finding a replacement Australian host for the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
Disability inquiry calls for urgent government response
The head of the disability royal commission has thrown down a challenge for all governments to respond to abuse and neglect exposed by the long-running inquiry.
Comm Games could be pushed to 2027 to find new host
Commonwealth Games organisers are considering delaying the event into 2027 to help a potential Australian host prepare, an inquiry has been told.
Neglect of autistic teens ‘should never have happened’
An inquiry report on autistic teens found living in squalor has prompted an apology and pledge to consider changes after what "should never have happened".
Police charges after child abuse inquiry referrals
Ten people have been charged by police as a result of a commission of inquiry into child sexual abuse in Tasmania.
Scepticism around price of Games before cancellation
A major city's Commonwealth Games infrastructure wish-list was overlooked and there were doubts about costs even before the event was suddenly cancelled.
‘Protecting interests’: child abuse inaction condemned
Tasmania's institutions failed to recognise child sexual abuse, manage risks and investigate complaints, inquiry commissioners say after weeks of testimony.
Premier likens veteran help to taking out bad insurance
Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews is calling for a nationally consistent approach to supporting veterans as individuals face major barriers to getting help.
Rental crisis supercharges discrimination: top advocate
With vacancies at historically low rates across the country, the race to secure a rental is fiercer than ever and it is weighing on vulnerable communities.
‘Stitch-up’: inquiry’s duck hunting ban call raises ire
Animal advocates are hailing an inquiry recommendation to ban recreational duck hunting in Victoria, as shooters and unions blast it as a "farce".
‘Bill shock’: pet owner abuse pushing vets into despair
The father of a young vet who took her own life says the industry's damning mental health record would not be tolerated in other professions.
Overhaul for SA early childhood education and care
An outline for an ambitious overhaul of SA's early childhood education and care sector has been met with government and industry support.
Sky-high airfares on the radar to meet emission targets
Net-zero emission targets may ramp up the price of plane tickets as airlines face accusations of wasting capacity, putting an artificial cap on demand.
Person of interest found in AC/DC manager’s 1993 murder
Forensic testing on a bloodstain found on the back pocket of musician Crispin Dye's jeans has uncovered a person of interest in his unsolved murder.
Olympics boss ‘confident’ in Brisbane games organisers
Australian Olympic officials and Brisbane 2032 games organisers have been quizzed about their preparations for the world's biggest sporting event.
Investigation after prisoner dies in police custody
The Queensland Police Service Ethical Standards Command is investigating the death of a man who was taken to the Beenleigh Watchhouse overnight.