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The government appears to be firming up the defences of its major agencies in the wake of recent cyberattacks.
Tech stats show speed shift
New stats show Australian consumers are paying more for NBN plans while service levels remain largely unchanged.
BlueScope cartel attempt found
A Federal Court judge has found BlueScope attempted to engage in cartel conduct and price-fixing.
Robo-probe continues
The Robodebt royal commission has heard details of bureaucratic involvement in the unlawful scheme.
Whistleblower body considered
The Federal Government says it is strengthening whistleblower protections.
EU launching green regime
The European Union (EU) says new laws should prevent companies selling products linked to deforestation.
Ad sweep finds illegal offers
A survey of foreign language job ads has found more than half offer illegal rates of pay.
Coal mine rights breach ruled
The Queensland Land Court has ruled against a new coal mine on human rights grounds.
ARENA marks green birthday
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) is celebrating its 10-year anniversary.
ASIC slammed after coal fail
Financial regulator ASIC has been slammed over the collapse of a critical WA coal mine.
COVIDsafe links to be probed
The contract for the largely failed ‘COVIDsafe’ app will be scrutinised at an official inquiry.
States bristle at power plan
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is preparing to introduce price caps on coal and gas.
IR bill passes
Labor's centrepiece industrial relations laws have passed the parliament after hours of late-night debate.
Medibank data dumped
The Medibank hackers appear to have released their full trove of information after the company refused to pay a ransom.
Santos' Tiwi appeal fails
Gas giant Santos has lost its appeal against Tiwi Islands traditional owners.
Services slashes outsourced staff
Around 1,000 jobs have been cut as part of a Services Australia contractor cull.
IR support secured
The Albanese government’s IR laws are set to pass parliament after a deal with the crossbench.