Cops, watchdog called on to investigate ‘rotten’ CFMEU
Victoria and NSW want CFMEU officials facing possible criminal investigations to stand down and the Labor Party to suspend accepting its donations.
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Premier rejects farmer push to shorten daylight saving
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ALP backs female candidate’s third run against Dutton
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