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Greens push ‘big stick’ laws to break up supermarkets
Supermarkets that steamroll their customers and suppliers could be stripped of investments and properties under proposed laws. The Greens will push divestiture powers in the Senate this week, allowing the …
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Millions of welfare recipients to get boost in payments
Australians on social security are set to receive more money in their pockets when payments are indexed. Those on the age pension, disability support pension and carer payment will pocket …
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TikTok privacy breach allegations under spotlight
TikTok is under the spotlight in Australia amid allegations of privacy breaches and personal data being siphoned. The Australian Information Commissioner is inquiring into the social media giant’s handling of …
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Parents’ income segregates Australian school students
Australia’s school system has been described as one of the most segregated in the developed world, with parents’ pay packets determining the likelihood of success. Education Minister Jason Clare has …
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Nazi salute to be outlawed to stop ‘glorified hatred’
The Nazi salute and hate symbols will be outlawed under new counter terrorism laws. Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus said the government was drawing a line in the sand on glorifying hatred. …
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Qantas defends allegations of misleading ticket sales
Qantas will fight allegations of misleading conduct levelled by the consumer watchdog after being accused of selling tickets for flights already cancelled. The airline said while it “fully accepts it …
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Feta fight, farmers warn against dud EU free trade deal
Australian farmers are wary a rushed trade agreement with Europe could leave them high and dry. Trade Minister Don Farrell is heading to a G7 trade ministers forum in Japan …
Top legal mind plays down voice legal-risk, power fears
The powers of any voice to parliament in the constitution can be limited by Australian legislation and lawmakers will remain supreme, one of the nation’s eminent legal minds says. The …
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Voice drive goes multicultural but some feel left out
A concerted effort is being made to engage Australia’s multicultural communities in the voice referendum. However, some have reported little to no engagement from either side of the campaign. The …
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Calls to cut flight caps to lower prices, boost tourism
Unlimited flights into Australia would lead to lower prices, better quality services and more opportunity to travel, the Productivity Commission says. The federal government’s independent economic adviser called for the …