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• 'Net zero fantasy': NT government report forecasts new gas projects could cause emissions to double

  12-08-2024 23:04 via abc.net.au
  
  A government-commissioned report on the territory's gas industry, kept hidden from the public for two years, has forecast the NT's emissions could rise up to 150 per cent.
  
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• Cinemas still popular as $12 beers become the norm in cost-of-living crisis

  12-08-2024 22:44 via abc.net.au
  
  There are fewer theatres to visit in the country these days, but operators say they are still pulling in punters.
  
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• Aussies seek cinema escape despite struggling with cost of living

  12-08-2024 22:44 via abc.net.au
  
  There are fewer theatres to visit in the country these days, but operators say they are still pulling in punters.
  
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• Anne's been dealing with defects in her apartment for years. It's hoped a new team of certifiers will protect others

  12-08-2024 22:34 via abc.net.au
  
  A new ACT government team will review building designs and attend inspections alongside private certifiers to reduce the prevalence of defects in high-rise buildings.
  
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• ACT government to introduce publicly funded building certifiers to reduce high-rise defects

  12-08-2024 22:34 via abc.net.au
  
  The team will review Canberra building designs before construction begins and attend inspections alongside private certifiers to reduce the prevalence of defects in high-rise buildings.
  
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• ACT government team to oversee building certifiers to reduce high-rise defects

  12-08-2024 22:34 via abc.net.au
  
  The team will review Canberra building designs before construction begins and attend inspections alongside private certifiers to reduce the prevalence of defects in high-rise buildings.
  
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• 'Care, respect and dignity' as first free supermarket offering 'rescued' items opens in Adelaide

  12-08-2024 22:17 via abc.net.au
  
  A free grocery store offering an array of produce and pantry staples opens its doors in Adelaide today in a bid to tackle the rising demand for food as the cost of living bites more South Australians.
  
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• 12 years after Uber's arrival, there are signs the taxi industry is still struggling to stay competitive

  12-08-2024 22:01 via abc.net.au
  
  While the taxi industry has taken steps to modernise — including a burgeoning partnership with its main competitors — there are signs it's still grappling to meet the needs of the market.
  
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• Would you recognise your home in a video game? Press A to visit Australia

  12-08-2024 20:51 via abc.net.au
  
  Will Australia's next iconic artwork be a game? As the industry matures, a growing suite of Aussie game developers is helping players explore never-before-seen regions and communities … and make some uncomfortable choices.
  
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• Antônio Delfim Netto, architect of Brazil's 'economic miracle', dies aged 96

  12-08-2024 16:25 via abc.net.au
  
  The economist's office said he died after a week in hospital due to health complications.
  
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• Media companies need gaming ads, government minister argues

  12-08-2024 16:22 via abc.net.au
  
  The federal government will crack down on gambling ads during kids' TV, but frontbencher Bill Shorten says a total ban would punish struggling media companies.
  
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• Rex administrators blame pilot shortage and supply chain issues for airline's downfall

  12-08-2024 09:58 via abc.net.au
  
  Administrators for collapsed regional carrier Rex Airlines say a shortage of pilots, supply chain issues and flights not being flown at capacity led to the company accruing more than $500 million in debt.
  
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• TasPorts and government both concerned over TT-Line's ability to manage Spirit of Tasmania port construction, inquiry told

  12-08-2024 08:38 via abc.net.au
  
  Both the Tasmanian government and the company which manages the state's port facilities held concerns over the ability of the company which operates the Spirit of Tasmania ferries to manage the construction of upgrades to the berths for the new ships.
  
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• 'Junior staffer' failed to pass on news to minister of Spirit ferry project delays, inquiry told

  12-08-2024 08:38 via abc.net.au
  
  Both the Tasmanian government and the company which manages the state's port facilities held concerns over the ability of the company which operates the Spirit of Tasmania ferries to manage the construction of upgrades to the berths for the new ships.
  
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• 'This was a tool, a tactic': When Channel 7 staff complained, management had HR turn on them

  12-08-2024 08:33 via abc.net.au
  
  Four Corners has spoken to more than 200 people to investigate allegations of Channel Seven's toxic culture, uncovering allegations of bullying, sexism, and exploitation.
  
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• Channel 7 sells itself as a family network. Staff say behind the scenes its culture is 'brutal'

  12-08-2024 08:33 via abc.net.au
  
  Four Corners has spoken to more than 200 people to investigate allegations of Channel Seven's toxic culture, uncovering allegations of bullying, sexism, and exploitation.
  
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• 'Brutal culture' at Channel 7 leaves staff suicidal, distressed, and despairing

  12-08-2024 08:33 via abc.net.au
  
  Four Corners has spoken to more than 200 people to investigate allegations of Channel Seven's toxic culture, uncovering allegations of bullying, sexism, and exploitation.
  
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• What should happen when NSW's largest coal mine is closed?

  12-08-2024 04:58 via abc.net.au
  
  The company operating this soon-to-be-closed coal mine says it's bound by outdated rules that hamper plans to leave a diverse and 'positive legacy'.
  
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• Frankie used to be driven 300km for treatment, now he flies home in time for dinner

  12-08-2024 03:03 via abc.net.au
  
  Regional health foundation Fly2Health has launched a free aerial transport service to help people like the McKenzies, whose son requires regular medication administered in Perth to manage his condition.
  
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