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Develop Global chairman sells $743k in shares

Develop Global has overhauled its director disclosure protocols after its chairman sold over $700,000 in stock and the company failed to report another director's share purchases. Details here.

Why Australia is lukewarm on free speech compared to US

Explore the deep cultural and legal reasons why Australia's approach to free speech is more restrained than America's absolute First Amendment protection. Understand the historical context shaping this key difference.

ACT Jewish leaders push for stronger hate speech laws

ACT Jewish community calls for clearer, more enforceable hate speech laws as Attorney-General Tara Cheyne declines to commit to banning specific protest chants. A new national database reveals the territory's enforcement challenges.

Hate Database Fast-Tracked After Bondi Attack

The federal government accelerates a national hate crime database following the Bondi Junction terror attack. Learn about the new measures and community safety plans.

Cook Government to Toughen Hate Crime Penalties

The WA government announces plans to increase penalties for hate crimes and introduce new offences, responding to community calls for stronger action against prejudice-driven violence.

PM announces visa crackdown on hate preachers

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces new criminal offences for hate speech and visa cancellations in response to the Bondi terrorist attack and rising anti-Semitism.

Jewish leaders urge action after Bondi attack

Jewish community leaders call for urgent enforcement of laws and faster anti-hate measures following the Bondi Beach attack that killed 15. They demand 'fewer words, more action'.

Treasury audit into $2.3bn unlawful state payments

The Treasury Department will review $2.3 billion in unlawful payments to states for energy rebates. Secretary Jenny Wilkinson denies any code of conduct breaches. Full details from the Senate estimates hearing.

WA Opposition Backs Fast-Track Approvals Bill

WA's opposition has backed a government bill to fast-track major project approvals, but critics warn it could create new bottlenecks and sideline environmental concerns. Read the full analysis.

$10k fine for Nazi salute outside synagogue

A man has been hit with a $10,000 fine and jail time for performing a Nazi salute outside a Queensland synagogue. Read the full court details and sentencing.

Family Farm Dicky Bill Collapses, 182 Jobs Axed

More than 180 Australian workers face an uncertain Christmas after fourth-generation family farming enterprise Dicky Bill Australia collapsed into voluntary administration. Read the full story.

$35M Federal Injection for WA Startup Plico

The federal government invests $35 million in Perth-based Plico to expand solar and battery technology, helping Australian households reduce electricity costs significantly.

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