56 m. ago Allegedly corrupt transport official compared himself to Robin Hood, ICAC hears

The accused kickback mastermind also told his friend “everything I do is illegal”, and “you can’t follow rules in this world,” an anti-corruption inquiry has heard.

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6 h. ago Tonga: We wouldn’t have let Katoa play if we’d seen this footage of warm

Tonga have been criticised for allowing Eli Katoa to play after a heavy clash during the warm-up before Sunday’s match – but officials insist they weren’t made aware crucial video of the incident.

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12 h. ago Dead eels and gasping fish: Gold Coast council told to fix sewer issues

The latest order follows the discovery of a corroded pipe that leaked 450 million litres of sewage into the Albert River.

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31 h. ago One enormous rate rise was rejected. Now North Sydney council has eyes on 54% jump

The financially embattled council is requesting feedback from residents on three options to increase rates, as it scrambles to keep itself afloat.

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53 h. ago ‘We’re not going to streak ahead’: Nationals officially dump net zero climate target

Nationals leader David Littleproud said his MPs had come to a unanimous position, and would instead aim to bring down Australia’s carbon emissions in line with the rest of the world.

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3 d. ago Nationals abandon net zero mandate ahead of party room meeting

Delegates voted at the National Party Federal Council, compelling the parliamentary party to formally abandon the position when it next meets.

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3 d. ago Two officers assaulted after 400 people gatecrash Byford Halloween party

One officer was punched in the face and another was kicked as they dispersed the party just after 9.30pm on Friday evening.

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3 d. ago After Andrew’s downfall, what’s next for princesses Beatrice and Eugenie?

The pair must balance avoiding more association with their parents, with the natural loyalty that would stop most people from throwing their mother and father under a bus.

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3 d. ago Code violation? Tennis Australia under fire from ousted officials

The Australian Open organiser faces multiple claims of retaliating against whistleblowers who raised concerns about alleged bullying and selection favouritism.

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4 d. ago Liberal MPs question Sussan Ley’s judgment over Labor ‘henchmen’ claim

The opposition leader’s office suggested that government pressure was behind the cancellation of her tour of a smelter, which Labor flatly denied.

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4 d. ago Sovereign citizen’s bus home deemed too risky for council officers

Williamstown businesses are infuriated by three months of council inaction over a sovereign citizen who set up home in the main street.

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4 d. ago King Charles releases statement on Prince Andrew losing titles and Royal Lodge residence

King Charles releases statement after officially stripping titles and honours from Prince Andrew.

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4 d. ago King Charles releases statement on Prince Andrew losing titles and royal lodge

King Charles releases statement after officially stripping titles and honours from Prince Andrew.

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4 d. ago Prince Andrew to lose 'prince' title and move out of royal lodge

Security Expert Will Geddes discusses King Charles officially stripping titles and honours from Prince Andrew.

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4 d. ago ‘Extreme risk’: The confidential report exposing Parramatta Council’s finances

A report accidentally published – and soon retracted – by the council paints a sobering picture of the local government’s bookkeeping.

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4 d. ago The environmentalist dining with Jim Chalmers after $13,000 charity donation

Jack Gough from the Invasive Species Council says he needed “some slightly offbeat tactics” to get the treasurer’s ear.

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4 d. ago Driver found guilty after young woman killed in Brisbane CBD bus crash

A bus driver who fatally crushed a young woman on a city street during afternoon rush hour has been found guilty of careless driving causing death.

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5 d. ago Prison guards ordered back to work after snap strike causes court confusion

Guards from prisons across the state stopped work after an inmate who assaulted four guards did not receive prison time for his crimes.

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5 d. ago Prison guards ordered back to work after snap strike causes court chaos

Guards from prisons across the state stopped work after an inmate who assaulted four guards did not receive prison time for his crimes.

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5 d. ago The bundles of cash, sparkling water and the handover at a Sydney aquarium

An allegedly corrupt transport official pocketed $50,000 from a contractor when they met for a cash handover at an aquarium, an anti-corruption inquiry has heard.

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