Kellie Sloane is set to take the reins of the NSW Liberal Party as a second state party leader departs their post in three days.
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Posted inEnergy, Federal Politics
Liberals promise more coal and gas under climate policy
More taxpayer money would be poured into coal and gas power plants under a plan to dump Australia’s climate targets put forward by the federal opposition.
Posted inAgriculture, Awards, Good News
Australia makes mince meat of beef industry at awards
Australia has taken out several top categories and the most gold medals at the prestigious World Steak Challenge, presented in London on Monday.
Posted inBusiness, Money, Moree
Westpac admits dropping the ball on regional customers
Westpac is promising to better support its regional bank brands after losing customers because of overpriced mortgage products for home owners.
Posted inEnergy, Environment, Federal Politics
Nationals unanimous in abandoning net zero
The Nationals say Australia’s commitment to net zero emissions by 2050 is driving up power prices and shutting down industry.
Posted inFederal Politics, Public Transport
Airlines to be probed over pricey regional fares
The Productivity Commission will examine pricing practices and competition in regional air travel as the future of a country carrier remains in the balance.
Posted inFederal Politics, Local News
‘We want him to stay’: Joyce urged to stick with Nats
The Nationals leader said Mr Joyce had not tendered his resignation from the party.
Posted inBusiness, Indigenous, Money
Not a fad: billions spent with Indigenous businesses
Indigenous businesses are continuing to grow as their goods and services are in high demand from government, corporate, and non-profit organisations.
Posted inHealth, Indigenous, New England Surrounds, Parenting and kids, Women
Rural mums forced to travel 500km for miscarriage care
Women in remote areas are 1.6 times more likely to suffer perinatal loss, prompting calls for national standards in care to overcome the tyranny of distance.
Posted inEducation, Energy
Work to do: net-zero jobs yet to resonate in classroom
Australia is heading towards labour shortages in the clean energy transition and industry have been urged to step up to inspire the next generation of workers.