Death knell struck for human rights reforms under Rudd
The man who led Australia's biggest human rights consultation has revealed what scuttled the push to codify human rights pledges into law.
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‘Bad to worse’: productivity sinks to post-pandemic low
Poor productivity is bedevilling the Australian economy, with levels heading in the wrong direction for Treasurer Jim Chalmers.
NDIS reforms on rocky ground at end of snap inquiry
State leaders, stakeholders and the opposition are hardening their criticism of NDIS reforms with just weeks to go until the government hopes to pass them.
Audit shows fundraising is ‘ridgy didge’: One Nation
Pauline Hanson has brought in an auditor in a bid to prove a massive fundraising blitz was legitimate after Labor attempted to cast doubt on the cash influx.
Caddick’s widower ‘shoulder-barged’ elderly dog walker
Missing fraudster Melissa Caddick's hair-stylist husband has denied an allegation he knocked over a 73-year-old woman during an evening coastal park walk.
‘No agreement’: states take aim at Labor over NDIS cuts
State and territory ministers have attacked the federal government over its planned NDIS changes, warning it risks leaving disabled people stranded.
Popular goods retailer eyes regions for store expansion
Super Retail Group, which owns Supercheap Auto, Macpac, BCF and Rebel, is expanding its store footprint to 900 within five years under a new growth plan.
Long fight for answers over more possible Milat victims
Loved ones of murdered and missing people have decried a lack of interest from police in finding those responsible for the unsolved crimes.
‘Scared, humiliated’: senior police blamed for culture
Bullying is as much a part of the NSW Police as wearing a uniform, one member has told a scathing review into toxic culture within the force.
Hundreds of media jobs to go as TV advertising slumps
The owner of the Seven Network is slashing hundreds of jobs, downgrading its guidance and writing off millions of dollars from a burdensome TV content contract.
Infamous gang rapist wants out of jail after one night
An infamous convicted rapist has been charged with serious drug supply offences after allegedly running a major cocaine ring for months.
‘Hello, anyone there?’ Mobile phone complaints spike
Thousands of Australians are reporting trouble with their mobile phone service, with smartphone snags responsible for almost half of all ombudsman complaints.
Sport and politics collide in most polarising World Cup
It is clear that sport and politics are entwined like never before as the World Cup gets underway in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Daniher family to ‘play on’ to continue legend’s legacy
Neale Daniher has handed the baton of finding a cure for motor neurone disease to his family and all he has inspired through his 13 years of tireless advocacy.
Embattled surgeon lied about reason for fatal surgery
Evidence by the surgeon partner of former Queensland premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has been slammed by an inquiry into the death of one of his patients.
‘A bit messy’: jury still out on child social media ban
There is no verdict on the benefits of barring under 16-year-olds from using social media, months after the controversial changes came into effect.
‘Blood on your hands’: disability reforms blasted
Disability and human rights advocates have serious concerns about a planned overhaul of the National Disability Insurance Scheme.
Courtroom escape sparks private security concerns
A 44-year-old bikie has gone on the run for five days after escaping courtroom private security, sparking concerns about outsourcing public sector jobs.
Arts groups lament remote chance of snaring city donors
An inquiry into arts philanthropy has heard organisations outside capital cities struggle to find generous philanthropists.
Motorists set to pay more for fuel as tax cut ends
Motorists will face higher fuel prices at the bowser in the coming weeks as the federal government flags the end of the temporary cut to the excise.
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Preparing for lift-off: green fuel projects get a boost
A pilot program will provide support to some of Australia's low-carbon fuel projects in a bid to turn potential into commercial reality.
‘The system is broken’: deadly driver’s sentence upheld
A driver doing a minimum of three years in prison for killing five people will not serve a longer term after prosecutors' appeal was dismissed.
Relief for workers with lifeline for ailing smelters
Smelter operator Nyrstar hasn't ruled out needing further taxpayer money after extra funds were announced to prop up two ailing facilities.
New charges for Bondi accused in ‘unprecedented’ case
The case against the surviving Bondi Beach gunman is still in its legal infancy after he was hit with a mountain of fresh charges.
‘Transformative’ airport to open with meagre schedule
An international airport will open with less than two dozen domestic flights a week, but it's hoped it can give passengers better travel options.
Advocates push to delay key reforms to the NDIS
An inquiry is set to hear calls for sweeping government changes to the National Disability Insurance Scheme to be pushed back.
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Higher debt, cheaper homes as territory axes stamp duty
Stamp duty will be abolished for ACT first home buyers in an Australian first, despite the territory budget set to surpass $12 billion in debt.
Aussie retailers under pressure from e-commerce giants
Australians are continuing to turn to global e-commerce providers as rising costs weigh on household budgets, heaping more pressure on local retailers.
Final send off for AFL legend after beastly battle
AFL legend and motor neurone disease crusader Neale Daniher has been given a final farewell with a long guard of honour following an emotional funeral.
Hybrid sales in the used car fast lane as prices rise
More Australian motorists are getting behind the wheel of a second-hand hybrid vehicle in a trend experts say is designed to beat petrol prices.
Conflicting claims as cops fight NRL star assault case
A bloody encounter between an NRL star and two police officers accused of his assault is under the microscope with competing accounts of the night.