Deloitte employee sacked over information breach
Consultancy firm Deloitte has confirmed an employee who shared confidential government information has been stood down.
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First female RBA governor to bring ‘reform agenda’
Finance Minister Katy Gallagher has welcomed the elevation of Michele Bullock as the next RBA governor, calling it a historic appointment.
WA to stand alone in keeping no-fault evictions
WA Premier Roger Cook has suggested banning no-fault evictions would put an unnecessary burden on landlords as a fifth state promises to outlaw the practice.
Treasurer keen to progress global tax deal at G20
An overhaul of global taxation, climate change and the energy transition will be raised by Treasurer Jim Chalmers at the G20 finance ministers meeting in India.
Poll indicates voter backlash against major parties
The latest Newspoll shows Labor's primary vote is at its lowest level since the election, with the Coalition also losing ground.
Calls for big consultant firms to be broken up
Large consultancy firms should be broken up to reduce conflicts of interest, the former head of the consumer watchdog has told an inquiry.
Consultancy firm issue worse than expected: Gallagher
Deloitte executives are scheduled to face a Senate committee which is looking at problems with the federal government's use of consultants.
Coalition to target ‘Albo-nomics’ after Fadden win
Following an LNP win in a Queensland by-election, Deputy Liberal leader Sussan Ley will spearhead a coalition attack on Labor's economic management.
Deloitte under the spotlight at consultancy inquiry
Deloitte executives are scheduled to face a Senate committee which is looking at problems with the federal government's use of consultants.
LNP pushes back on ALP attempt to rain on Fadden parade
Labor has attempted to position the Liberal National Party's win in the Fadden by-election as "lethargic" by using a little-known metric.
Farmers urged to always ‘stay on the safe side’ of life
Some 55 farm workers died on Australian farms last year, sparking a new campaign to encourage agricultural workers to 'stay on the safe side'.
Man faces murder charge after siege in Adelaide suburb
A 51-year-old local man will face court charged with murder after a woman died and another was injured after both were shot.
State LNP continue crime, health push after Fadden win
A federal by-election with no major surprises gave the major parties latitude to make meaning of the result ahead of next year's Queensland state election.
Aust warned of complacency as AI infiltrates workplaces
Artificial intelligence will likely have a significant impact on labour markets regardless of whether Australian companies are ready to embrace the technology.
Change in carbon calculations could help manage buffalo
Pest species cause environmental damage across the Top End but new research is looking at ways to protect country and create investment in Aboriginal projects.
‘I have a mountain of respect’ for Lowe: Treasurer
Treasurer Jim Chalmers is unable to say if inflation can come back down without a rise in unemployment but declined to comment on the RBA's July rate decision.
Australia told to call out China corruption in Pacific
Western nations need to boost intelligence gathering in the Pacific and expose Chinese corruption to protect democracy in the region, a leading academic says.
Jobs data will be big ticket item for rates outlook
The official jobless rate could start to show some signs of lifting, as domestic economic conditions continue to deteriorate and weigh on hiring decisions.
‘No comfort’ for Peter Dutton after Fadden by-election
Labor has described the Liberal National Party's win in the Fadden by-election as "pretty lethargic", as cost of living issues bite.
Coalition holds seat of Fadden in federal by-election
The Liberal National Party will hold the federal seat of Fadden vacated by Stuart Robert after candidate Cameron Caldwell swept ahead in a by-election.
LNP’s Cameron Caldwell takes out Fadden by-election
Liberal National Party candidate Cameron Caldwell has won the by-election for the federal seat of Fadden in the northern Gold Coast.
New RBA governor to send the right message on rate talk
A leading economist says the Reserve Bank's new governor brings monetary policy credibility while the treasurer praises her leadership and communication skills.
It only takes a minute to donate for a lifetime
A liver transplant recipient has spoken about her experience ahead of DonateLife Week, an annual event to raise awareness about organ and tissue donation.
Speedy electric car adoption drives charging challenge
Australian drivers are adopting electric vehicles faster than expected but, while cutting pollution, the trend is driving challenges for public charging.
Cross-cultural map is as functional as it is beautiful
In the Northern Territory desert, traditional knowledge and art are meeting Western science in a double-pronged approach to biodiversity conservation.
Polls close in telling Fadden by-election
A Queensland by-election is shaping up to be the coalition's to lose as polling closes in Fadden, with Liberal candidate Cameron Caldwell the firm favourite.
Cost of living weighing on Fadden voters: candidates
Labor's candidate in Fadden says another swing to her in the safe LNP seat would be a "loss" for the party, whose candidate is vying to replace Stuart Robert.
Cost of living weighing Fadden voters
Labor's Fadden candidate is hoping for any swing to her in the safe LNP seat, while the coalition candidate claims voters aren't concerned with robodebt.
LNP candidate for Fadden says cost of living weighing
The LNP candidate for the federal seat of Fadden says voters aren't thinking about ex-LNP minister Stuart Robert's involvement in the robodebt scandal.
Labor talks down expectations of winning Fadden poll
Victory by Labor is not considered likely as voters head to the polls in a by-election to replace retiring former coalition minister Stuart Robert.
Porsche’s updated baby soft-roader still fits to a T
Porsche continues its never-ending quest to build a car for every buyer, this time with the new Macan T soft-roader.