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Malcolm Turnbull has faced waves of criticism before he has even been able to sit at his new desk.
Counting dirty money for GDP
New statistics from the ABS say illegal drugs add about $6 billion to the Australian economy every year, with cultivation shaping up as a rapidly-mushrooming domestic market.
ex-Prime Minister plays political pedagogue
Former Prime Minister Julia Gillard has taken on a new role as an honorary professor of History and Politics at the University of Adelaide, saying she is excited at the new challenge.
Palmer puts tax talk to bed
Queensland’s big man of mining has cleared up his $90 million tax dispute and is ready for the possibility of taking up a role in federal government.
Election rounds up loose sheep from top paddock
Transformative may be the best word to sum up last weekend’s election and the resulting streams of acceptance, concession, pledging and promising.
Lobby pushes to kill M-rating time limit
Australian lobby group Free TV is pushing to remove time restrictions for mature content on the airwaves.
Outcry over green bank dissolution
There has been massive backlash to a decision announced recently by the new federal government, to dissolve the bank which has been set up to fund projects for Australia’s energy future.
Plans for better Brisbane rail, worries over the bill
The Queensland Premier has revived a plan to spend billions for more rail access over the Brisbane River, but some residents wonder if it will be funded by money put aside for much-needed highway repairs.
Public servant faces spy charge with little to go on
A senior public servant accused of espionage activities has been denied access to evidence used to strip him of his security clearance.
Queensland banks on gas-friendly federal approval
Coal companies in Queensland are sticking to their single plan, looking to dredge more of the Gladstone Harbour and build the fourth gas export plant on Curtis Island.
Farmers look out for federal fulfilment
The Queensland Farmer’s Federation is one of the first of many groups which will be hoping the newly-elected government sticks to its pre-poll promises.
Questioning intentions to cut brains trust
Members of the broad Australian scientific community will be wondering what the future holds this week; with pre-poll comments from the newly-elected federal government clouding the path ahead for many researchers.
Transport body glad to see Abbott on top
Lobbyists and transport industry authorities are encouraged by the outcome of the weekend’s election, welcoming the new federal government and putting the word out that they are keen to work together.
NICTA nervous on future funding
There will be some worried exchanges at one of Australia’s top technology research groups today, with word the new federal government may look to slash funding in the future.
Indigenous business given solid boost
A new fund has been launched to develop Aboriginal businesses.
Award for parts played keeping kids safe
A partnership between law enforcement and IT companies has been given a Play Your Part Award for measures to protect children online.
Big wig criticisms flung and returned
The Prime Minister has deflected criticism from a board-member of the Reserve Bank, saying Roger Corbett is just talking up his own interests as chair of Fairfax.
LGA looking at RDA limbo
The Local Government Association has added its voice to widespread concerns over projects now suspended in limbo, waiting for contracts from the Regional Development Australia Fund.
No chance to fire at bulletproof plans
Media outlets and millions of voters have continued to be deprived of information on how taxpayer’s money will be spent after the election this Saturday.
Power worker payment is no end to pain
A former power station worker diagnosed with deadly mesothelioma will be paid compensation for his exposure to asbestos.
Probe finds gaps in crime confiscation scheme
An audit into the Victorian Police program meant to distribute proceeds of crime to victims has found a number of operational shortcomings leave it woefully ineffective.