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Reports by multiple Australian media outlets have shown a high level of corruption in construction, with several unions accused of handing lucrative contracts to criminals.
Industry bodies see truck safety wrapped in red tape
The Australian Industry Group has joined the Australian Logistics Council (ALC) in calling for the end of the Road Safety Remuneration Tribunal’s (RSRT).
Terms released for mums' funding bundle of joy
The Federal Government has released details some have been waiting to see since before the election – the Paid Parental Leave Scheme spruiked heavily by Tony Abbott and the Coalition.
Dumb tweet taxes one job, prompts call for forethought
The resignation of a Tax Office worker is a reminder that all public servants should consider their positions when posting on social media, Employment Minister Eric Abetz says.
Failed raid triggers ATO power check
A botched raid based on a hunch has prompted the Australian Tax Office to rethink its policies.
Government puts up $200 to keep marriage happening
Australian newlyweds will receive a $200 voucher for marriage counselling in a Federal Government effort to keep couples together for life.
Insiders say TPP new age on the way
Several nations have agreed that the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement “is going to be completed and it is going to set the economic architecture for the region,” according to acting deputy US Trade Representative, Wendy Cutler.
Mining fast track to skirt traditional talks
Western Australia’s policy to fast-track mine licence approvals means Fortescue Metals will not have to consult with native-title holders in the Pilbara.
Square one success leaves China chasing more trade
China will soon have over a dozen free trade zones, following the success and popularity of one in Shaghai.
Summit time to remind the world we're open
The Trade Minister will spend his time at the World Economic Forum (WEF) trying to bring trade and investment to our shores.
Warnings say school funds shunted away from public
Public schooling advocates have accused the Federal Government of “sabotaging” the Gonski recommendations, saying they will still leave schools short.
Commission given extension to find more tape
The Federal Government has extended the deadline for recommendations from the Commission of Audit, after the massive task meant the board came up short this month.
Locals fine with water leaving, Greens say it should stay
The Commonwealth Environmental Water Holder has announced it will sell water back to farmers in parts of northern NSW.
Master Builders accuse unions of putting walls around work
A corporate body representing the building industry says the current workplace relations system is blocking hiring and preventing training, while strikes are driving up costs at work sites around the country.
Five new faces head for NTC reform
Deputy Prime Minister Warren Truss has appointed five new faces to the National Transport Commission (NTC) working on national transport reform.
Germany could trim green targets in nuclear fallout
Germany is dealing with the effects of its exit from the nuclear power game, with the country’s new energy minister looking to cut renewable subsidies to save money.
HELP heap tops $30 billion
Australian tertiary students and graduates collectively owe $30 billion in unpaid loans.
iiNet ducks NBN's poor history
A major Australian internet provider has opted out of the National Broadband Network's new wholesale agreement, slamming its service delivery record.
Pyne prompts push to put more myths in history
Federal Education Minister Christopher Pyne is preparing for his shake-up of the national curriculum this week, now forming the group that will re-write the content Australian kids learn, again.
Star-viewing design soon to take flight
A new filter will let smart people from CSIRO do something usually considered pretty dumb – staring directly into the sun for science.
Job losses likely but not enforced in NT public sector
The Treasurer of the Northern Territory has called on all government departments to find extra savings in their budget, as message taken by many as code for public sector job cuts.