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Australian tertiary students and graduates collectively owe $30 billion in unpaid loans.

iiNet ducks NBN's poor history

A major Australian internet provider has opted out of the National Broadband Network's new wholesale agreement, slamming its service delivery record.

Job losses likely but not enforced in NT public sector

The Treasurer of the Northern Territory has called on all government departments to find extra savings in their budget, as message taken by many as code for public sector job cuts.

New water plan to build more than buybacks

The release of millions in funding to help Queensland farmers save water has been roundly welcomed.

Ruling means better rates and tests for disabled workers

Compensation will be offered to thousands of intellectually disabled workers, after a court ruled the system used to define their rate of pay was discriminatory.

Transporter called to fix mistakes after prison van escape

A prisoner escape in Western Australia has prompted an investigation, as a triangle of blame emerges between transport, police and prison authorities.

Truss firm on Princes plan, locals wait for action

The Federal Government says it is committed to widening one of Australia’s busiest highways.

Uni shows tertiary path to kids from off the track

High school students have come together from some of Australia’s most remote regions this week for the Wingara Mura - Bunga Barrabugu Summer Program.

Augmented offices visible on virtual horizon

Some enterprising technologists are beginning to bring augmented reality to the everyday workplace, with research showing the office of the future could be right before our eyes.

Locals given voice on giant Georgetown multi-farm plan

A huge Integrated Food and Energy Development (IFED) has been declared a “state co-ordinated project” in Queensland, with residents soon able to have their say on the plan that will consume over half a million megalitres from a nearby river.

Scientists launch combined fight to stop fishing free-for-all

Over two hundred marine scientists have come out against a New South Wales State Government plan to permanently allow recreational fishing in environmentally sensitive areas.

City busting out electric bus trial

A trial is on in the UK to test an innovative solution to pollution from public transport, with electric buses rolling between wireless charging points in London.

Fatal figures show room to improve heavy practice

A workplace safety authority has renewed the call for patience and caution when using heavy equipment, after nearly four dozen people were crushed last year.

Fishery funding to factor weather, food and future

Funding has been awarded to a number of projects aimed at creating a truly sustainable fisheries industry for Australia.

Lobby says thousands of new workers needed, many disagree

The Australian Industry Group wants to increase the immigration intake cap by 30,000 people in the next financial year, saying the country needs more skilled workers.

Pilbara drivers say local pool is far from dry

A group of Western Australian truckies have countered the push by the ATA to bring in heavy vehicle operators on 457 visas.

Solid blocks should hold back bullying torrent

A senior lecturer at the University of New South Wales has doused some of the mounting concern over new workplace bullying laws.

Split leaves Hunt standing on RET, PM looking for more coal fires

The Federal Environment Minister is one of a dwindling number still in support of Australia’s Renewable Energy target, with the Prime Minister more excited about the “superabundance” of coal.

Study heats up on people burning to work in NT

Anyone who has seen the news or been outside recently will know that Australia is experiencing a hot flush.

New age of European gas coming as BP stretches further

Many European counties will have an entirely new set of options for resources and energy in coming years, as a number of major projects bring the continent’s new power paradigm closer.