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Experts say Australia’s health system is under strain and in urgent need of transformation.
Commission hears sad spy tale
This week’s sessions of the banking royal commission have exposed a litany of dodgy behaviour in the insurance sector.
Skills study shows digital issues
A new report suggests Australia is facing a massive shortage of digital skills in the workplace.
Westpac could face big loan suits
Lawyers say Westpac could be sued for billions of dollars over irresponsible home loans.
East Timor spy claims in court
Claims of spying by the Australian Government have been heard in court for the first time.
Adani illegal drilling alleged
Environmental authorities are investigating claims that Adani dug bores without permission.
Women in STEM scheme starts
The Australian Academy of Science wants input on a national plan to get more women in STEM fields.
Palmer proposes new coal
Clive Palmer wants to build a new 700MW coal-fired power station in Queensland’s Galilee Basin.
Roundup case causes local concern
Thousands of people are seeking damages over Roundup herbicides in the US, causing concern about what will happen in Australia.
York Civil to be liquidated
Creditors of construction company York Civil have voted to liquidate the firm.
Analysis shows renewable rise
Australia would have 100 per cent renewable electricity by the early 2030s if the current rate of installations continues, analysis shows.
Blockchain contracts coming
CSIRO has joined with law and tech firms to create blockchain-based legal contracts.
Councils oppose coastal drilling
Port Lincoln City Council in South Australia has joined a list of councils who oppose drilling in the Great Australian Bight.
Gas sector wants climate clarity
The gas industry has become the latest to call on the Federal Government to come up with a climate and energy policy.
ASIC takes NAB super to court
ASIC is taking NAB to court on allegations the bank wrongly took $100 million in fees.
Costello critiques watchdogs
Former federal treasurer Peter Costello has accused Australia's corporate regulators of falling asleep at the wheel.
STEM bias called out
A major business leader says there is “hard evidence” of unconscious bias at work at some STEM organisations.