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The Federal Government is struggling to respond to an alleged sexual assault at Parliament House.
Nature aids waste-removal
A new study shows that without nature, humanity may drown in its own filth.
Food riders' claims high
Deliveroo has cut its annual workers’ compensation premiums by changing the insurance for food delivery riders.
SafeWork NSW runs site sweep
SafeWork NSW is running a safety sweep of North Coast construction businesses.
New QLD standard for asbestos board
Queensland authorities are tightening the rules around a specific kind of asbestos product.
Lead levels high in Port Pirie
The levels of lead in the blood of Port Pirie children have been re-assessed.
Bremer study shows EA gaps
A new study has found serious pollution in the Bremer River, which runs through Ipswich.
More claims mark Liberal response
Three people have now accused a former Morrison government adviser of sexual assault.
Experts reflect on new jab
The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has granted provisional approval to AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine.
Weak response to assault claim
A former Morrison government adviser says her bosses dismissed her sexual assault.
BOM sued over balloon crash
Legal action is being taken over a serious balloon incident in Victoria.
Stocks knocked by activist deaths
New research suggests the stock market is helping hold mining companies to account for human rights violations.
State creating turbine noise laws
The Victorian Government may soon require wind farms to apply for permits to produce turbine noise.
Drones flown for health boost
A new project will investigate using drones for remote NT health delivery.
Hunt defends vaccine claim
The Federal Government has been criticised for putting its party political logo on official vaccine announcements.
Call for broader jab scheme
The peak local government lobby wants frontline council workers to receive early COVID-19 vaccination.
QLD calls for insurance fund
Queensland councils want the Commonwealth to set up a national reinsurance pool.
Big IR bill brings little good
Experts say there are only a few good parts in the Federal Government’s new IR bill.
Dutton steers crime funds
Home Affairs Minister Peter Dutton has pushed grant funding to projects he personally chose, against the advice of his department.