Pregnant worker wins job back after unfair dismissal
A Sydney warehouse worker fired after revealing her pregnancy has been reinstated. Learn your legal rights and employer obligations around pregnancy discrimination in Australia.
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Woodvale Corner development recommended for approval
A controversial $35 million commercial precinct in Woodvale has been recommended for approval, despite overwhelming opposition from residents and local councils. The final decision rests with the WA Planning Commission.
Record $2.5m fine for disability provider over abuse
Hunter-based Lifestyle Solutions hit with a landmark $2.5 million penalty for failing NDIS participants in a Central Coast group home. Read the shocking details of abuse and neglect uncovered by the court.
State Planners Block Warwick Quarter's 1040 Apartments
The State Planning Commission has rejected a major seven-tower proposal for Warwick Quarter, citing density and design concerns. Discover the details and what's next for the site.
Crown Street apartment tower sits empty for years
The Crownview apartment complex in Wollongong remains vacant due to serious defects, despite a severe housing crisis. Buyers await resolution a decade on. Read the full investigation.
ACT electricity bills rise 10%, but savings possible
Annual home electricity bills in the ACT have increased by 10%, but the regulator says competition is improving. Discover how shopping around can still lead to significant savings of over 20%.
DFAT, Treasury face final Senate estimates grilling
Senior bureaucrats from Treasury and DFAT face senators on the last day of Senate estimates hearings. Key topics include ISIS brides, productivity, NDIS changes, and AI use in the APS.
Cook Won't Promise More Funding After Kennedy Resigns
WA Premier Roger Cook declines to guarantee extra funding for the Electoral Commission after Commissioner Robert Kennedy's resignation over polling booth chaos. What's next for WA's electoral integrity?
WA Electoral Commissioner resigns after pressure
WA's Electoral Commissioner Robert Kennedy has resigned after The West Australian revealed Parliament was set to force him out. Read the full story on the political upheaval.
Plan to sack WA's Electoral Commissioner halted at last minute
A controversial move to dismiss WA's Electoral Commissioner, Robert Kennedy, was dramatically paused just hours before a crucial vote. Discover the political manoeuvring and what it means for the state's electoral integrity.
WA Parliament to vote on Electoral Commissioner's future
WA Premier Roger Cook has dismissed claims the Electoral Commissioner is a scapegoat as Robert Kennedy resists calls to resign over the March 8 state election. A parliamentary vote looms.
WA Electoral Commissioner Told to Quit or Be Sacked
WA's Electoral Commissioner Robert Kennedy has been told to resign or face dismissal after a scathing report into the bungled March 8 state election. Read the full details of the investigation's findings.
State Planning Commission to reject $278m Warwick Quarter
The WA Planning Commission is poised to reject the controversial $278 million Warwick Quarter apartment development in Perth. Read the full details on the decision and its implications.
Private investigator runs for WA Football board
Private investigator Claire O'Donnell brings 15 years of grassroots football experience to her campaign for the WA Football Commission board. Discover her vision for the future of the sport.
More Fremantle Line Stations Under State Control
WA Government to extend planning controls along Fremantle train line for medium to high-density housing. Local councils express concern over existing plans being overridden.
$80k election cost for Melville ratepayers
Melville Council forces ratepayers to cover an $80,000 bill for a special election after a councillor's resignation. The Palmyra-Melville-Willagee ward faces months of under-representation.
Council secrets leaked in fake cancer scandal
Queensland Crime Commission reveals Troy Thompson faked cancer while leaking council secrets. Read the shocking details of the investigation findings.
Hinchinbrook By-Election Voting Guide: Polls Open Saturday
Essential voting information for Hinchinbrook's crucial by-election this Saturday. Find your polling location and make your voice heard in this important democratic process.
Australia's $160bn regulatory crisis revealed
New research shows Australia's regulatory burden costs $160 billion annually, wiping out productivity gains. Discover why both sides of politics are rethinking deregulation.
TAC records $1.13bn profit amid rising road toll
Victoria's Transport Accident Commission reports a staggering $1.13 billion profit while Geelong's road toll increases. Discover the financial details and safety concerns.
State takes control of station precincts from councils
WA Planning Commission now controls development around 10 train stations, sidelining local councils' years of planning work. Cottesloe, Mosman Park affected.
Yanchep's First Private School Gets Green Light
St Matthew's Anglican School receives official approval, set to open in 2027 with capacity for 1200 students. Enrolments now open for Yanchep's first private educational institution.
APS trust gap persists despite $13M training spend
Australian Public Service staff rate immediate supervisors higher than senior executives despite $13M leadership training investment. Discover the trust gap details and government response.
Tourism Industry Boss Departs, Citing Major Challenges
South Australia's tourism chief steps down after three years, highlighting rising costs and algal bloom impacts as critical industry challenges. Read the full analysis.
Court Order Sought Over Electoral Office Access
Townsville candidate Troy Thompson seeks urgent court intervention after thousands were locked out of electoral office. Read the latest developments in this electoral access dispute.
How Compulsory Voting Protects Australian Democracy
Discover how Australia's mandatory voting system creates political stability and prevents extremist takeovers. Learn why this unique system matters for democracy.
SA First Nations Voice Calls for Treaty Commission
South Australia's First Nations Voice to Parliament urges creation of truth-telling commission after Victoria's historic treaty agreement. Learn about this pivotal moment.
Whitlam's Legacy and Australia's Electoral Mandate
Exploring Gough Whitlam's historic 1972 victory and its lasting impact on Australian parliamentary democracy. Discover how minority governments shape policy.
Ex-TAC Worker Faces Corruption Charges in Geelong
A former Transport Accident Commission employee faces court over alleged corrupt conduct. The IBAC investigation reveals serious misconduct within the government agency. Read the latest developments.
Geelong Government Worker Fights Dismissal
A Department of Families, Fairness and Housing staffer in Geelong challenges unfair dismissal after being fired for alleged misconduct. The case now proceeds to Fair Work Commission.
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