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WorkSafe ACT is conducting a sweep of cafes and restaurants across the Territory, looking specifically for risks and hazards that could befall employees.
Trucks hit by trickier heists
Some bold thieves in the United States have turned to a deceptive rouse to steal masses of cargo.
WA claims its in the gas game for keeps
The Western Australian Government is most certainly in the fracking industry, and may intend to stay there for centuries.
Apple's new plans get permission to land
Global technology giant Apple Inc has gained clearance to start work on its new mothership – a shimmering disc-shaped building to house the company’s design, research and development sections.
Macfarlane marks tape cuts to boost power
Australia’s Minister for Industry says the Government’s plan for the future of the energy industry will seek to increase productivity and reduce regulation.
Paramedic drop-ins cause call-ups to dip
There is no doubt of the life-saving response paramedics provide in a emergency, but a new report says ambulance workers may be able to prevent future incidences as well.
Pollution causes cancer, experts confirm
The smoke and fumes from industry, transport and agriculture have been officially recognised as cancerous.
Successful studs secure sunlight for power gains
A new manufacturing technique has led to an increase in the energy-gathering abilities of solar panels.
Turnbull looks to de-cloak Huawei concerns
The Communications Minister has signalled he may relax the ban which has kept Chinese telecom Huawei from bringing its low-cost business style to the NBN.
Two genes yield exponential increase in oil
A team in the United Sates has identified the genes responsible for increasing the oil content of plant leaves, in a discovery which could lead to great advances in the fields of agriculture and biofuel production.
Law change gives boards a new claim
Legislation has been passed in Queensland to remove the personal liability of executives in certain situations.
Tough times hit young tummies
The notion that all good days start with a good breakfast remains as true as ever, but unfortunately many schools are having to step in to kick-start their students' day.
Light shines through British public cloud
Reports have emerged praising the streamlining and cost-cutting possibilities of cloud computing facilities for government sectors, with results in Britain showing the public sector can reach efficiency goals through better software.
Over one thousand will go when the axe drops in WA
Over one thousand voluntary redundancies will be made as the Western Australian government rolls ahead on its cost-cutting public sector contraction
Australian to chair global seedbank
Australia will take the lead on governing a treaty that will see scientists around the world sharing their seeds.
Birmingham brings message to calm the farm
The person in charge of water in the new Federal Government has attended meetings with irrigators, who are concerned that changes to water rights and protocols could leave them inundated, rather than irrigated.
Corruption and deceit condemn Union boss
The former boss of the Health Services Union has pleaded guilty to dozens of crimes relating to dodgy dealings spanning years.
Studies grow edible results around the world
An Australian research group has been empowering women to a prosperous future through education and training all over the planet.
Abbott drafts plan to wind back carbon laws
Prime Minister Tony Abbott has released draft legislation to repeal the Carbon Tax, including the abolishment of the Climate Change Authority, Clean Energy Act, and other measures designed to combat pollution.
Big retailers told to sign on for safety
Woolworths is under more pressure to sign on to a voluntary safety accord as more workers die in India making products for the rest of the world.
Calls up north for room to set-down or turn-around
Safety advocates in North Queensland are urging the State Government to provide more places for trucks to leave their trailers, as drivers are forced to ditch their loads in unsafe and unsuitable areas.