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One of the world’s leading mining equipment companies is painting its drill bits pink to aid breast cancer research.
Think-tank's bold claims in fight for coal value
The Australia Institute (TAI) has fired another shot at the coal industry, in its quest to turn the Australian public against the old energy industry.
Eyes on sales as Queensland clears house
As the Queensland Government looks to get on the asset recycling wagon, the ACCC says it will be watching.
Gas dollar flies free but solutions slow to follow
Australians will pay more for household power and there is little they can do, according to the Grattan Institute’s latest energy report.
More fines could drive truck firms to change
New South Wales truck company has pleaded guilty to setting up the kind of conditions that bring death and heartache nearly every week.
Questions over good jobs for poor IT work
Reports say Victoria's corruption watchdog has been running a secret investigation over a botched $180 million schools computer project.
Arts is easy target for academic "fix"
A University of Sydney Professor says that the recent Australian Curriculum review makes some assumptions that could greatly hinder the success of many students.
Backward views taint Ed. review
One of the people behind the new review of the English curriculum is facing accusations of racism, sexism, bigotry and having an horrendous sense of humour.
Gate swings closed on economic green pasture
Ireland has vowed the shut the door on international tax cheats, but some say it will be left slightly ajar.
Old brain claims holding us back
There are many completely false yet popular myths about the brain, and a new study say they can hinder factual learning.
Packer laments in all directions over profit drop
James Packer has unleashed on gambling critics and Australian governments, which he says are damaging his Crown Resorts business.
Watchdog chases big name as seedy markets squeeze supply
The Transport Workers union says Coles may be guilty of “unconscionable conduct” in its treatment of suppliers and transporters.
By-election incites "independent" rivals
Names have been drawn for what could be the most keenly-watched local government election ever.
Hateful rate needs shifting now
A survey has found truly disturbing rates of violent attitudes towards women among everyday Australians.
Options up for big DHS strike
About 15,000 Department of Human Services staff members will vote on whether to take industrial action, after gaining approval from the Fair Work Commission.
CRC value check will see some chucked
The Federal Government's plan to close important research centres have drawn criticism almost immediately.
Old Liberals regulate on mine money fight
A former Liberal Party leader and former Liberal prime minister have told their currently-serving colleagues to stay out of ANU’s business.
Top shonks get gong for bad business
The 2014 Shonky Awards for poor corporate practice have been handed-out, shining a light on shonkiness in industries from biscuits to banking.
Visa moves open door to moneyed migrants
The Federal Government is welcoming more investors and international workers, with changes to visa rules.
Tiny boats in big move to choose climate
A group of sea-bound protestors are travelling from the Pacific Islands to Newcastle to block the coal port.
EU approves arguable basis for British nuclear
The EU has made a ruling that will allow the UK to build its first nuclear power station since the nineteen-nineties.