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An infrastructure lobby says the “big spending” infrastructure budget will actually see a reduction of about $2 billion.
Budget brings STEM boost
This week’s federal Budget includes a range of funding for universities and research infrastructure.
Panel denies PFAS risks
An expert panel has found there is limited or no evidence to link exposure to PFAS chemicals with human disease.
Reef and rangers backed
This week’s federal Budget locks in $535.8 million to help the Reef, and extra funding for Indigenous rangers.
Deal to see Murray moves proceed
Labor and the Coalition appear to have reached agreement on proposed MDBP amendments.
Soldier study spots dementia link
A study of over 350,000 US soldiers has linked traumatic brain injury with an increased risk of dementia.
Federal face database questioned
Legal experts say Australia’s new facial recognition scheme is open to misuse.
PM launches PS review
The Prime Minister has announced a sweeping review of the federal public service.
Commissioner questions MDBP basis
A royal commissioner has questioned the legality of the Murray-Darling Basin Plan.
Space funds set for takeoff
The Federal Government is providing a $50 million boost to Australia's budding space industry.
CDP scheme criticised
The Federal Government’s remote work-for-the-dole scheme has been labelled ineffective and potentially harmful.
Deloitte expert wants dole focus
A leading economist says fixing the “unnecessarily cruel” dole system is a more important than budget repair.
Home Affairs hires crime commissioner
A new role has been created to crack down on “sophisticated” serious and organised crime.
CEFC funds high-tech meters
The CEFC has given $5 million in support for a company that makes energy-saving thermostats.
Experts want different waste focus
An expansion of waste-to-energy projects is on the way, but experts say we cannot burn out problems away.
Gonski calls for big shift
The new Gonski report says Australia's school curriculum should be changed to focus to individual student achievements.
Low speed linked to MTM
The outgoing boss of the NBN says government policy is behind some slow speeds.
New reef funds aimed at adaptation
The Federal Government has announced a $500 million package to help deal with the problems facing the Great Barrier Reef.
Cities swamped by students
New figures suggest Australia’s cities are struggling to handle the influx of international students.