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The Chinese telecommunications giant accused of secretive tactics by Australian authorities has finally spoken out, albeit through a leaked internal email.
Mass gas worker expansion sighted in QLD
While there has been contraction in some Queensland resource-linked trades, it seems demand for LNG and CSG workers is about to explode.
Mystery ships anchor intrigue
Speculation about two mysterious barges docked in US ports has lit up the tech-world in the last two weeks, but guessing is still all anyone can do as the inexplicable ships give up none of their secrets.
Turnbull calls for tango in telecoms talks
The Communications Minister has called for negotiations to continue between NBN Co and the companies in charge of the optical roll-out in Tasmania, saying that it takes two to tango over contracts.
Unions say restored ABCC heralds rough times
Many will have heard Tony Abbott’s repeated promise that WorkChoices is “dead, buried and cremated”, but the watchdog created to enforce the old laws is coming back – and sporting a shiny new collar.
Merchants turned to criminals after AFP alchemy
Gold merchants have been the subject of a combined ATO and AFP shake-down, suspected of withholding millions of dollars worth of GST.
More hungry companies look to take the cheese
A new figure has entered to the bidding dance for the takeover of Warrnambool Cheese and Butter, a much-loved brand for many Victorians.
Murdoch tells elite crowd; 'We're all the same now'
Media boss Rupert Murdoch addressed some of Australia’s most prominent figures last night, praising the nation for overcoming the “primeval prejudices” and “stuffy, narrow-minded elitism” of its colonial past.
Visa cuts to plump non-uni numbers
The Federal Government has announced the introduction of a new student visa, which it says has been streamlined to boost education numbers.
Word on closures delayed in WA
The Western Australian Premier still intends to shut several schools, but has put off revealing which will go until next year at least.
Education protests won't stop Hockey, Pyne or Audit Committee
Federal Treasurer Joe Hockey has been engaged in a light scuffle on his way into Victoria’s Parliament House.
Eleven breaches of chemical levels in mine town air
Sulphur dioxide levels in a north Queensland mining city have breached standard levels 11 times this month.
Media un-invited to public trade talk
Members of the Australian media have been barred from attending a public briefing on international trade negotiations, with The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade saying journalists were not welcome.
NBN Co makes clarity claim as map movements malign many
Amended maps have been released showing the state of construction work for the National Broadband Network, upsetting many who thought their homes would be next in line.
Northern talks find paths to fresh pasture
A gathering of hundreds of cattle graziers has highlighted the continuing fallout from a governmental snap decision in 2011.
Peoples' push keeping the clown out of town
Arms have been laid down in the battle between a fast-food giant and residents of a small town in Victoria.
Report puts private sector in confident first
Nationwide productivity has increased, but the public sector cannot match the private sector’s confidence, a new report says.
Romantic claim denied by unloving Lady Justice
There will be no money awarded to the public servant who made a claim for injuries sustained during sexual intercourse on a work trip.
Twitter talk legal stoush changes tack
A public servant who was sacked for airing opinions criticising her department has changed strategy in her fight for justice.
Welfare-postal merger slammed for security, viability, care concerns
There has been widespread criticism of a proposal to move Centrelink’s front desk duties to Australia Post outlets, after the Treasurer confirmed it was an option.
Authority to push for higher target while being shot down
The Climate Change Authority has called the Federal Government’s emissions reduction target inadequate, and not credible compared to other nations’.