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• The Ben Roberts-Smith defamation trial came down to one question: who was lying?

  02-06-2023 23:24 via abc.net.au
  
  Ben Roberts-Smith's loss is seen as a major win for Australian investigative journalism, with the Federal Court finding in favour of the substantial truth in the news articles about him.
  
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• The Ben Roberts-Smith defamation trial came down to one question

  02-06-2023 23:24 via abc.net.au
  
  Ben Roberts-Smith's loss is seen as a major win for Australian investigative journalism, with the Federal Court finding in favour of the substantial truth in the news articles about him.
  
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• Experts predict Ben Roberts-Smith decision could put 'wind into the sails' of investigative journalism

  02-06-2023 23:24 via abc.net.au
  
  Ben Roberts-Smith's loss is seen as a major win for Australian investigative journalism, with the Federal Court finding in favour of the substantial truth in the news articles about him.
  
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• Celia Pacquola still amazed when Utopia predicts real-life bureaucratic absurdities

  02-06-2023 22:58 via abc.net.au
  
  A few weeks ago when the prime minister announced funding for a "multipurpose stadium" in Hobart, some people claimed Utopia — a satirical show about government bureaucracy — had predicted the future. It's not the first time it's happened.
  
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• Strip club dancers around the world look to NZ, where a group of women are fighting for change

  02-06-2023 21:03 via abc.net.au
  
  In New Zealand, a collective of strip club dancers has moved a dispute with their employer out into the open to fight for protections for all gig workers. 
  
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• A group of strip club dancers came together to fight for better conditions. Now they could change NZ

  02-06-2023 21:03 via abc.net.au
  
  In New Zealand, a collective of strip club dancers has moved a dispute with their employer out into the open to fight for protections for all gig workers. 
  
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• 'I've made a huge mistake': Why Sarah felt guilty after giving her friend a wedding present

  02-06-2023 21:00 via abc.net.au
  
  Why does wedding gift etiquette elicit such strong feelings? And is there a "magic number" to help make the decision easier?
  
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• A bride complained she didn't get enough money in her 'wishing well'. The response was huge

  02-06-2023 21:00 via abc.net.au
  
  Why does wedding gift etiquette elicit such strong feelings? And is there a "magic number" to help make the decision easier?
  
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• Worker dies at Woodside offshore site

  02-06-2023 11:27 via businessnews.com.au
  
  A worker has been killed in an incident at Woodside Energy's North Rankin offshore platform off the Burrup peninsula.
  
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• $70m bill for abandoned mine

  02-06-2023 10:08 via businessnews.com.au
  
  The cost of fixing up the failed Ellendale diamond mine in the Kimberley has risen to $70 million after the state government awarded a major contract for rehabilitation earthworks.
  
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• At Close of Business June 2 2023

  02-06-2023 09:43 via businessnews.com.au
  
  Senior journalists Claire Tyrrell and Jack McGinn speak on the latest property figures from CoreLogic.
  
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• Aust shares climb after US resolves debt ceiling drama

  02-06-2023 09:37 via businessnews.com.au
  
  The local share market finished the day 0.5 per cent higher, although it closed the week down 0.1 per cent.
  
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• St Barbara says no deal to Silver Lake

  02-06-2023 09:35 via businessnews.com.au
  
  St Barbara’s board has told shareholders there is no material improvement in Silver Lake Resources’ latest proposal to buy Gwalia and can’t see a realistic pathway that it could become superior.
  
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• Government open to changes on how indexation applies to HECS-HELP debt

  02-06-2023 09:01 via abc.net.au
  
  Federal Education Minister Jason Clare has left the door open for changes to how HECS-HELP debts are paid back, including how indexation is applied to the original debt.
  
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• Rio invests $US395m in Pilbara plant

  02-06-2023 08:56 via businessnews.com.au
  
  Rio Tinto will spend $US395 million ($A597.1 million) building a desalination plant in a two-year construction effort to increase water supply for its Pilbara operations.
  
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• Real wages growth may be some way off

  02-06-2023 08:00 via businessnews.com.au
  
  Mark McGowan’s third budget as treasurer reinforced the state’s standing as the country’s strongest economy.
  
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• Mark My Words June 2 2023

  02-06-2023 07:53 via businessnews.com.au
  
  In this podcast Mark Pownall and Mark Beyer discuss the new premier, builder collapses, urban infill, PwC, BHP, Perth Airport and Ben Roberts-Smith.
  
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• US averts historic default with 11th-hour deal to lift debt ceiling

  02-06-2023 07:05 via abc.net.au
  
  The US Senate passes bipartisan legislation backed by President Joe Biden that lifts the government's $31.4 trillion debt ceiling, averting what would have been a first-ever default.
  
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• Apartment tower adds to Scarborough skyline

  02-06-2023 06:48 via businessnews.com.au
  
  A 17-storey apartment tower valued at $60 million is the latest development in a list of projects approved for the Scarborough Redevelopment Area.
  
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• Worker dies on Applecross building site

  02-06-2023 06:26 via businessnews.com.au
  
  Work has been called off at the PACT site, following the death of a man in his 50s.
  
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• 'Shouldn't view the NDIS as a chance to build a verandah on their beach house': Government announces crackdown on inflated prices for NDIS services

  02-06-2023 06:22 via abc.net.au
  
  The federal government is working on a new law to explicitly make it illegal to charge more for products and services because a client is on the National Disability Insurance Scheme.
  
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• 'It's wrong, immoral, profiteering': Federal government promises to make inflated prices for NDIS services illegal

  02-06-2023 06:22 via abc.net.au
  
  The federal government is working on a new law to explicitly make it illegal to charge more for products and services because a client is on the National Disability Insurance Scheme.
  
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• CASA review of Sea World helicopter crash airspace 'window dressing', says aviation expert

  02-06-2023 06:02 via abc.net.au
  
  CASA is reviewing the airspace where two helicopters collided on the Gold Coast, killing four people. But an aviation industry consultant says they may be "preparing themselves" for the outcome of a wider ATSB investigation due next year.
  
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• ARTS REVIEW: Champion makes distinguished WA debut

  02-06-2023 06:00 via businessnews.com.au
  
  With powerful performances and impeccable staging, Kate Champion’s direction of Andrew Bovell’s Things I Know To Be True impresses David Zampatti, even if he has some doubts about the play.
  
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• Fortescue Metals names new CFO

  02-06-2023 05:46 via businessnews.com.au
  
  Andrew Forrest’s iron ore business has recruited US-based energy executive Christine Morris to replace Ian Wells as its chief financial officer.
  
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• From 'Australian hero' to 'disgracing' his country — inside a decorated soldier's massive fall

  02-06-2023 04:14 via abc.net.au
  
  Once a hero to politicians and civilians alike, a court found the 44-year-old's reputation is now so lowered that two unproven allegations of battlefield murder weren't enough to defame him.
  
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• Defence contractor Thales fined $450k over worker's death on Hawkei production line

  02-06-2023 04:10 via abc.net.au
  
  Joe Kane was 20 minutes into his shift as a painter when a subframe of the military vehicle fell on him at a factory in northern Victoria.
  
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• Wages to rise $1.20 an hour for lowest paid workers

  02-06-2023 04:08 via businessnews.com.au
  
  Millions of low paid workers will enjoy a 5.75 per cent pay boost that will still fall shy of the rising cost of living.
  
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• Health department puts PwC contracts under scrutiny

  02-06-2023 03:14 via businessnews.com.au
  
  A Senate budget estimates hearing in Canberra has been told $25 million in contracts with PwC are being examined for any conflicts of interest and risks.
  
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• Political plays marked by shades of grey

  02-06-2023 03:00 via businessnews.com.au
  
  Analysis of last year’s federal poll shows parties and their campaigners have a significant challenge ahead to establish broad appeal.
  
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• Traditional Owners welcome Queensland's draft plan that could end fracking in Lake Eyre Basin

  02-06-2023 02:51 via abc.net.au
  
  The Lake Eyre plan is part of a 2015 election promise that the Queensland government committed to restoring protections in the wild rivers, and ultimately limit gas exploration in the Channel Country.
  
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• Australia's minimum wage jumps by 8.6 per cent, award workers get 5.75 per cent pay boost

  02-06-2023 02:41 via abc.net.au
  
  Australia's minimum wage lifts by 8.6 per cent, award workers get 5.75 per cent increase, in Fair Work Commission decision. 
  
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• Australia's lowest paid workers get an 8.6 per cent pay boost, awards workers get 5.75 per cent

  02-06-2023 02:41 via abc.net.au
  
  Australia's lowest paid workers get an 8.6 per cent pay boost, awards workers get 5.75 per cent, in Fair Work Commission decision. 
  
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• Australia's lowest paid workers get an 8.6 per cent pay boost, award workers get 5.75 per cent

  02-06-2023 02:41 via abc.net.au
  
  Australia's lowest paid workers get an 8.6 per cent pay boost, award workers get 5.75 per cent, in Fair Work Commission decision. 
  
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• Australian minimum wage increased by 5.75 per cent in Fair Work Commission decision

  02-06-2023 02:41 via abc.net.au
  
  Australia's minimum wage has increased by 5.75 per cent, which is lower than the current rate of inflation of 7 per cent.
  
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• 80yo man charged for allegedly scamming $700k from elderly people

  02-06-2023 02:36 via abc.net.au
  
  Police will allege the victims handed the money over for investment schemes for their retirement, but the suspect used the money for other purposes.
  
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• Explorers tighten purse strings

  02-06-2023 02:08 via businessnews.com.au
  
  Cash flowing into the exploration sector fell sharply while initial public activity stagnated during the March quarter, new research from BDO has shown.
  
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• Waste of taxpayer money or cost-of-living lifeline? Student and apprentice travel card faces chopping block

  02-06-2023 01:22 via abc.net.au
  
  A travel card designed to ease cost-of-living burdens in regional NSW could be scrapped as a Labor minister says the money may be better allocated to road repairs.
  
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• Hong Kong billionaire may lose tropical Queensland island 'jewel' as properties fall into disrepair

  02-06-2023 00:34 via abc.net.au
  
  Developer Benny Wu is at the centre of legal action over a dilapidated former destination for Hollywood stars as he faces further scrutiny over other run-down properties in Queensland's far north.
  
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• Billionaire Benny Wu may lose Double Island lease, but it's not his only property to fall into disrepair

  02-06-2023 00:34 via abc.net.au
  
  The Hong Kong-based developer, at the centre of legal action over a tropical island, is under further scrutiny for his ownership of numerous other dilapidated properties in Queensland's far north.
  
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• Why solar feed-in tariffs are plunging while electricity prices are soaring

  02-06-2023 00:12 via abc.net.au
  
  Rocketing power prices have reignited interest in rooftop solar, but are low feed-in tariffs discouraging people from taking the plunge?
  
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• Claims of 'rip-off' as solar feed-in tariffs plummet even as power prices soar

  02-06-2023 00:12 via abc.net.au
  
  Rocketing power prices have reignited interest in rooftop solar, but are low feed-in tariffs discouraging people from taking the plunge?
  
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• US and Taiwan ink trade deal as China issues warning on 'wrong signals' to independence forces

  02-06-2023 00:07 via abc.net.au
  
  The United States and Taiwan sign a trade deal aimed at deepening economic relations between both sides in a move that has sparked a warning from Beijing.
  
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