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Inquiry told school to lose students if $1.5-billion waste incinerator built
A school in the middle of a $22-million master plan for its growing enrolment numbers is worried the buildings will not be needed if a waste to energy plant is approved in the town. Source link
Billionaire's 'slow moving car crash' leads to individuals being investigated by ASIC
After years of financial red flags, corporate watchdog ASIC confirms it has multiple investigations underway into Sanjeev Gupta’s troubled empire, following multiple collapses that have left hundreds of workers facing an uncertain future. Source link
Coalition's migration proposal faces practical questions
The Coalition’s new migration policy aims to increase screening of visa applicants and “boot out” people who do not abide by Australia’s values, but questions remain about how the plan would work in practice. Source link
Gina Rinehart judgment looming in high-stakes battle over mining riches
Gina Rinehart, the wealthiest person in Australia, expects a judgment to be handed down today in an explosive court battle with the family of her father’s former business partner over iron ore royalties. Source link
Harvey Weinstein to face retrial on New York rape charge
Former Hollywood magnate Harvey Weinstein is again going on trial on a rape charge in New York City. He will remain imprisoned for other offences regardless of the verdict. Source link
Sydney community radio station faces closure after uni funding dries up
2SER, which was jointly owned by the University of Technology Sydney and Macquarie University, has given many aspiring broadcasters their start in the industry. Source link
Fuel excise cut 'too focused on politics', analysts say as concerns grow
Some energy analysts are questioning the federal government’s temporary tax cuts on fuel, warning that lower prices may work against Australia’s long-term needs and goals. Source link
Aussie duo picked in WNBA draft as Fudd goes first overall
Saffron Shiels and Manuela Puoch continue the influx of Australians at the WNBA draft as Dallas pairs Azzi Fudd with her college teammate Paige Bueckers. Source link
Colombia approves cull of up to 80 hippos
Colombian officials have authorised a plan to cull dozens of hippos, years after notorious drug lord Pablo Escobar brought in the first ones. Source link
Stagflation is a 'central banker's nightmare', says RBA deputy governor
RBA deputy governor Andrew Hauser says stagflation is a “central banker’s nightmare” and the coming months will be challenging for Australia. Source link