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Qld pollies could see $50000 pay rise
Treasurer Tim Nicholls says the former Bligh government's freeze on politicans' pay packets during the global financial crisis (GFC) went against legislation that set state MPs wages just below that of their federal counterparts.It means a Queensland backbencher's current base salary of $137,149 would need to increase by $52,901 to be in line with the law after federal ...
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PM blows the whistle on betting
Advertising to promote gambling would be allowed before or after a game or during a scheduled break in play, including at quarter-time and half-time. "Families are sick of gambling getting in the way of the game," Ms Gillard told The Sunday Telegraph. "That's why we are acting to get live odds off our screens during all sports broadcasts. Enough is enough. Now we are acting ...
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Major rail disruptions planned for Perth
PERTH'S public transport network will undergo the biggest disruptions in its history when lines shutdown to allow work to be done on the Perth City Link project. There will be two periods of temporary disruptions to Perth's train services from July 12 to 17 and July 31 to August 4. Transperth spokesman David Hynes said the first shutdown would allow the new Fremantle line tunnel to be ...
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Sydneys lederhosen out for football final
The Champions League final has been marked by German football fans in Sydney who braved the cold night - some in leather shorts - to take in the match in true German ...
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NRL supports proposed live betting ban
The NRL has backed Prime Minister Julia Gillard's proposal to ban the promotion of live betting odds during match telecasts. The Federal Government's proposed changes would not only stop the spruiking of live odds but also crosses to gambling representatives on or near the field. Gambling advertising would be restricted to television commercial periods only. Ms Gillard said the move ...
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Palmer to reveal more celebrity candidates
BILLIONAIRE Clive Palmer says he will announce party candidates who are more famous than former rugby league front rower Glenn Lazarus this week, as he continues his push for Canberra. But the leader of the Palmer United Party insists he's relying on more than a high profile when choosing his team. Mr Palmer came a step closer to fulfilling his promise to field candidates in all 150 ...
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Protesters rally over Sydney horses move
HUNDREDS of angry residents have protested against a NSW government plan to shift privately-owned horses off a historic estate in Sydney's inner west by the end of the week. Labor MP Luke Foley says about 600 people turned out for Sunday's rally and family picnic at Yaralla estate in Concord, after a decision to hand the 13 hectares of land over to the Mounted Police ...
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Hawthorn v Gold Coast
Q2 - 27.45 - Hawthorn 7.6 (48) Gold Coast 8.5 (53) Can you believe it - bronx cheers for Buddy! He has taken a mark of a very short Roughead kick, and lines up from about 45 metres out on a slight angle. He hasn't had the best of days so far, but he kicks this one, no worries! And for all the Suns' dominance, the lead is just 5 ...
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Reds super rugby finals hopes take a hit
Resolute mentor Ewen McKenzie denies the Queensland Reds must overhaul their spluttering attack after ending their disappointing South African tour with just one try and one bonus point.Sunday morning's (AEST) 20-15 loss to the Stormers in Cape Town has suddenly left the fifth-placed Reds vulnerable in their hunt for a finals berth with three Australian rounds left.It was an improved ...
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Live betting odds to be banned PM
Live betting odds will be banned during sports broadcasting in Australia under changes proposed by Prime Minister Julia Gillard. Ms Gillard on Sunday said it was good news for Australian families, who were becoming "increasingly frustrated" with the spruiking of live odds on their television screens. Under the proposal, not only would live odds be banned but crosses to gambling ...
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High immunisation rates save lives govt
Targeting parents whose kids' vaccinations are not up to date will save lives, federal Health Minister Tanya Plibersek says. She has launched a new booklet for parents, GPs and other health providers that includes the latest research on vaccination and dispels the myths. Professor Robert Booy, head of the clinical research team at the National Centre for Immunisation Research and ...
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Road toll up after fatal Cardup crash
Major Crash officers are investigating the fatal crash, where the man’s Holden Commodore struck a tree on Soldiers Road near Siding Road.The crash happened about 1am and the man was the only person in the vehicle.Anyone who can provide further information is asked to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Missing man ...
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Brumbies White sends message to Deans
Nic White sent a clear message to Wallabies coach Robbie Deans with his commanding performance in the Brumbies' important Super Rugby away win over the Blues.A week after failing to make Deans' initial 25-man squad to take on the touring British and Irish Lions, halfback White pulled many of the strings in a desperate wet weather victory in Auckland on Saturday night.It was a timely ...
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Transfield positive despite profit plunge
The boss at Transfield Services admits the company must fix its balance sheet after a profit downgrade but insists the future is still bright.The construction and maintenance group's share price is in free fall, hitting record lows last week after it cut profit guidance for the second time in six months.It is the latest in a string of downgrades by companies exposed to mining services, with ...
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Penriths Robinsons long road to the top
In-form Penrith winger Travis Robinson has revealed it was his mother's insistence that drove him towards pursuing an NRL career after he walked away from the game for three years following a horrific injury. Robinson scored his fifth try in as many games on Saturday as the Panthers beat St George Illawarra 19-0 to complete a third successive win and catapult themselves into the top ...
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Car production not at an end Government
Federal Trade Minister Craig Emerson says Ford’s plan to stop building cars in Australia does not spell the end of local vehicle production. Ford announced on Thursday about 1200 workers will lose their jobs at its two plants in Victoria by October 2016. Its profits have been squeezed by the high Australian dollar, making exports more expensive and imports cheaper. ‘‘We ...
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Car production in Aust not at an end govt
Federal Trade Minister Craig Emerson says Ford's plan to stop building cars in Australia does not spell the end of local vehicle production. Ford announced on Thursday about 1200 workers will lose their jobs at its two plants in Victoria by October 2016. Its profits have been squeezed by the high Australian dollar, making exports more expensive and imports cheaper. "We don't ...
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Nick Cummins fit for Wallaby duties
Western Force winger Nick Cummins is expected to take part in the June 5 tour match against the British and Irish Lions despite battling another knee injury. Cummins, who missed seven games earlier this season due to inflammation in his knee, was a late withdrawal from Saturday night's 19-18 win over the Highlanders at nib Stadium after copping a knock to the same knee a week earlier. ...
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Blues rue fortunes despite AFL win
A full moon was blamed for Carlton's bizarre 13-point AFL win over Brisbane but only Lions coach Michael Voss seems to have been left howling. Blues coach Mick Malthouse could find the funny side of Carlton's inaccuracy after they saw a 32-point second term lead evaporate before holding on to a 13.20 (98) to 12.13 (85) victory. However, it was no laughing matter for Voss, who is ...
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Roosters taught a lesson says Robinson
Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson says it is back to the drawing board for his side after they were taught a lesson by NRL premiers Melbourne on Saturday night. The Storm enjoyed a return to form to notch up their first win in a month over the tricolours but a number of crucial refereeing calls went against the Roosters. Robinson thought his side was hard done by but said poor officiating ...
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Qld govt to break surplus pledge Nicholls
THE Newman government says it will break an election promise by failing to reach a fiscal surplus in two years time, Queensland's treasurer ...
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Napthine has re-energised Vic govt Asher
REPLACING Ted Baillieu with Denis Napthine as premier has re-energised the Victorian government, deputy Liberal leader Louise Asher ...
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Hide tide warning for low-lying suburbs in Brisbane
HIGHER tides have been predicted for the Brisbane foreshore and riverside areas this evening. The Brisbane City Council has warned residents that high tides will occur during Sunday evening, through to Wednesday this week. The annual high tide will affect low-lying parts of suburbs with the council providing sandbags. From Brisbane City Council: Minor localised flooding may be experienced in ...
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JX Nippon KUFPEC and Santos begin oil output in Australia
(MENAFN - Kuwait News Agency (KUNA)) JX Nippon Oil and Gas Exploration Corp., a unit of Japan's top refiner, said Friday it started commercial oil production from the Finucane South field, off Western Australia, on May 16. The project is jointly owned by a local unit of state-owned Kuwait Foreign Petroleum Exploration Company (KUFPEC) and Australian upstream group Santos. Production began ...
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Renewed push to recognise Indigenous Australians in Constitution
Melbourne 3000 The Government says it will not call a referendum on recognising Indigenous Australians in the Constitution until it can be sure the vote will be successful.Events are taking place around Australia today to mark National Sorry Day, which acknowledges the historical mistreatment of Aboriginal people, including members of the Stolen Generation.Among the events - which are pushing ...
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Australia the energy superpower?
A new boom in the extraction of Australia's natural gas reserves will have immense economic benefits for the country and especially the state of Western Australia, but conservationists warn of an environmental impact.
Australia is a country rich in natural resources, because of this its economy is an export driven one, and coal, iron ore, wool, meat, gold, and wheat are some of its main exports. It was in the 1920’s that Australia’s economic potential was underpinned by the gold rush that saw its population triple in size in just ten years. Read more
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