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The New South Wales Government now has the ability to revoke certain mining licences, after plumping up its powers to cancel corrupt approvals.

RBA mulls stepping in, taking talk war to next level

The Reserve Bank’s verbal assault on the Australian dollar continues, with RBA governor Glenn Stevens last night indicating the bank might be forced to intercede to drive the dollar down.

Study says don't neglect the beating heart in design

A survey has shown that engineering students should be more aware of the public and social welfare issues in their projects, or risk focusing too much on the technical and not enough on the human element.

Packing up taxes empties desks back at the Office

The Australian Tax Office says it will have to shed up to 900 jobs due to the federal Government’s moves to repeal carbon and mining taxes.

Watchdog wants new tag, bigger teeth

Tasmania's Integrity Commission wants to take on certain police powers to enhance its corruption investigations.

Awards tip hat to top tertiary teachers

Australia’s thirteen best university teachers have been recognised at the Australian Awards for University Teaching.

Chevron funds Barrow Island bug book

A new book has added 25 species to the thousands which inhabit a small island area off the north west of Australia.

Cyclist safety taken up by Toll trucks

Two groups often seen as arch-nemeses of road-sharing situations have linked together in the name of safety.

Hyundai's hydro debut set

For years people have said that the only real replacement for internal combustion engines would be a hydrogen-driven motor, but that is too far off. Not anymore.

Legs and limits stretched for Van Damme good demo

Jean-Claude Van Damme has made a bold show in the name of safety, stretching his body to the limit to advertise electronically-assisted steering.

Plan would see Port sold to fund road fix

The Victorian Labor party claims it will get 5000 trucks per day off congested Melbourne roads with a $6 billion transport plan – if it wins next year’s state election.

Australian ads claim lead in race for digital dollars

Australia leads its part of the world in the new age of advertising, taking on digital marketing techniques faster than any of its neighbours.

Google scanning gets legal stamp

A court ruling has allowed Google to continue digitising books and soon offer-up millions of scanned texts for online viewing.

Inspectors told to pay out for bursting implant breaches

A French court has ruled a German company must pay compensation to women whose breast implants ruptured.

Owners and tanners get heated over anti-cancer ban

Several states have now banned the use of ultra-violet solarium sun-beds, but the outlawing has cause outrage from some operators in Queensland.

APRA moves to put up more super stats

The finance industry regulator is considering publishing more statistics and superannuation data, to enhance transparency in super funds.

Former MP brings policy to diabetes post

Diabetes Australia has welcomed the posting of its new president, the job being filled by a former MP and well-known contributor to the field.

Old guard startled by internet influx

Media billionaire Kerry Stokes says it is unfair that companies like Google are a source of competition in Australia, while not having to pay taxes to take part.

Sticking point struck on ceiling talks

The bickering has turned to accusation-flinging as a stand-off unfolds in parliament, with neither side willing to adjust the position on the debt ceiling just yet.

Brief break in mud-slinging to wave off Rudd

The non-consecutive two-time former Prime Minister of Australia has announced his retirement, creating a symbolic end for an historic period in politics.

Debate fires up as Hockey moves to raise the roof

The Federal Treasurer believes the Opposition’s refusal to back the entirety of his attempted debt ceiling lift could lead to a government shut-down, as recently happened in the United States.