A retiring Nationals backbencher known for his staunch opposition of a net-zero carbon emissions target has taken a swipe at his party leader on his way out the door.
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Posted inNSW Politics
One Nation loses last MP in NSW
Pauline Hanson has lost her last voice in the NSW parliament after her remaining MP quit her party over alleged funding issues.
Posted inGeneral News
Through dagwood dogs or hot wings, country shows unite
The man behind one of the biggest agricultural fairs in the US is set to visit Australia, sharing wisdom on everything from Pluto pups, to pigs and parking.
Posted inGeneral News
New England facing blackouts
New Englanders are warned they may be left without power as electricity workers walk off the job in a lengthy dispute over pay and conditions.
Posted inGeneral News
System glitch leaves thousands exposed to AVO errors
Officials are scrambling to fix an technical issue that affected the expiry date on thousands of apprehended violence orders.
Posted inGeneral News
Tech giant concern as social media ban passes
Social media platforms have hit out at an incoming age limit for Australian children after laws passed federal parliament.
Posted inGeneral News
Mind check: should schools track kids’ mental health?
Australian schools will have access to a government-funded digital tool to support students’ mental health but some question whether it will be effective.
Posted inFederal Politics, Public Transport
‘It’s a lifeline’: relief as government hands Rex $80m
The federal government will provide up to $80 million to keep Rex regional routes operating, a relief for rural communities fearing for their future prosperity.
Posted inAgriculture, General News, Mental Health
Goondiwindi psychologist goes in search of new age Aussie farmers
Researchers are looking into whether psychology can help improve workplace practices on Australia’s cotton farms, in a bid to better attract and retain workers.
Posted inNSW Politics
‘Deeply sorry’: NSW braces for big train, nurse strikes
The NSW government’s pay negotiations with major frontline unions have intensified, with two prominent workforces set to take strike action.