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The Australian Government appears to have been influenced by gas producers to prioritise their profits and foreign customers over reducing domestic energy prices.
Figures named in Robodebt report
The APS Commissioner has exposed major misconduct in the unlawful Robodebt scheme.
ATO owed over $100 billion
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) says it is owed an unprecedented level of unpaid tax - now over $100 billion.
Cash collaboration backed
The ACCC has approved collaboration to safeguard Australia's cash-in-transit services.
Genetic discrimination addressed
Australia is banning life insurers from using genetic test results to determine coverage.
Coalition bails on RBA reforms
Treasurer Jim Chalmers is looking at new options after the Coalition pulled out of RBA reform talks.
Google facing court hits
Google has lost its legal battle with the European Commission over a 2.42 billion euro fine.
Shorten leaves with robodebt pledge
Bill Shorten says advocacy for robodebt victims will continue after his retirement.
ICAC shows lobbying gaps
A new report has revealed major flaws in South Australia's lobbying regulations.
Gas imports dubbed "failure"
Australia, one of the world’s largest gas exporters, is poised to begin importing natural gas.
RBA boss feels pain
RBA Governor Michele Bullock says persistently high inflation continues to strain Australian households.
ASIC updates administrators
ASIC has released updated misconduct reporting guidelines for administrators.
First Nations trade celebrated
A new report shows the growing international success of First Nations trade and tourism businesses.
Local rules for state buys
NSW is shaking up its $42 billion procurement system, demanding agencies prioritise local businesses or explain why not.
Consumers' tech trust measured
Despite being keen for new retail technologies, Australian consumers appear to fear and mistrust them.
AI protections proposed
The Federal Government has outlined new “guardrails” for businesses’ use of AI.
Jail time for ATO bribe
A Sydney businessman has been jailed for bribing an ATO official to slash millions off his tax bill.