Brisbane City Council announced this week that the project had overrun to $1.55 billion.
‘Big tech on notice’
While backing laws to keep platforms in check, the committee held back on recommending a ban.
Trust in public services stable
Data was collected from 1,000 people each month reporting their experience from the past year.
Tackle inequality to lift Aussies’ wellbeing
Wealth disparity is driving a happiness divide, says study.
Anti-slavery commissioner announced
A recent report found an estimated 16,400 people were trapped in modern slavery in NSW alone.
Commonwealth IT exposed
Unauthorised persons able to gain access to highly sensitive information.
Online safety report up for scrutiny
The review examined whether additional protections are needed.
Call for national cabinet seat for local government
When responding to future pandemics, national cabinet should engage and consult more with local government.
Local disaster response lacks capability
Despite Australia’s dependence on local government to respond to disasters, it often lacks the resources and skills to do so – says new report.
New body to advise governments on pandemics
A centre for disease control is to be established in reaction to Covid inquiry.