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NSW's world-first, hi-tech crackdown on phones in cars

NSW's world-first, hi-tech crackdown on phones in cars

New technology will be used in NSW to crack down on illegal use of mobile phones, following new legislation.

  • by Julie Power

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Ex-boyfriend sought after slain executive found in river

Ex-boyfriend sought after slain executive found in river

'I know personal things about Cecilia and I am going to share fully with [police]', friend of the murdered 38-year-old said.

  • by Lucy Cormack
China's new tug-of-war with Taiwan over influence

China's new tug-of-war with Taiwan over influence

Four of Taiwan's former diplomatic allies have switched their allegiance since Tsai Ing-wen won the presidency in 2016.

  • by Kirsty Needham
Almost 20 million bank account records lost by CBA

Almost 20 million bank account records lost by CBA

Commonwealth Bank decided not to inform its customers of the massive privacy breach that occurred in 2016.

  • by Jenny Noyes
'Switchblades' found lurking in faces of Australian fish

'Switchblades' found lurking in faces of Australian fish

If the potentially deadly species hadn't already scared you off rock pool capers, this might push you over the edge. 

  • by Jenny Noyes
JB Hi-Fi shares hammered after Good Guys go bad

JB Hi-Fi shares hammered after Good Guys go bad

JB Hi-Fi has been punished by investors after it revealed that 'unfavourable weather' has severely impacted earnings.

  • by Patrick Hatch
A 38-hour week for teachers? That's an idea I can get behind
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A 38-hour week for teachers? That's an idea I can get behind

Laming's plan allows me to leave work at 3.36pm. I would be able to enjoy time with my family and pursue my hobbies.

  • by Aaron Searle
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Mark Thompson's tale a perfect example of sport's 'downward spiral'

Most disturbing however, is that the world of elite sport is littered with such tragic stories.

Peter FitzSimons
    Peter FitzSimons

    More men should take Hammond's lead and spend time with families

    While I’ve never had to leave my dream job to spend more time with my family, I have had to pass up opportunities because of my decision to work part-time.

    Chris Elliot

      Once again, Kanye West said a dumb thing ... but so what?

      Every time we "call out" a famous person, we reinforce the idea that celebrities are a source of moral instruction. And they are damn well not.

      Michael Lallo
        Michael Lallo
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        'Surprising, disappointing' - AMP's largest shareholder breaks silence

        'Surprising, disappointing' - AMP's largest shareholder breaks silence

        Giant US fund backs move to eject chairman and chief executive but is rallying behind the new regime.

        • by Elizabeth Knight

        Small business

        Are banks too big for boards to govern?
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        Are banks too big for boards to govern?

        • by Tony Featherstone
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        Entertainment

        Weinstein Company owes us millions, claim Hollywood stars

        Weinstein Company owes us millions, claim Hollywood stars

        Stars including Jennifer Lawrence, Meryl Streep, George Clooney, Leonardo DiCaprio and Quentin Tarantino have filed documents regarding outstanding payments.

        • by Alice Vincent
        Kanye West is not your damn role model
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        Kanye West

        Kanye West is not your damn role model

        Why do we expect moral instruction from celebrities?

        • by Michael Lallo

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        What you need to know about your student debt before heading overseas
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        What you need to know about your student debt before heading overseas

        Previously, the fact that you had a HELP or TSL debt when you left the country didn’t matter. Now it does.

        • by Melissa Browne
        Donkey Kong Country Tropical Freeze is funky fun

        Donkey Kong Country Tropical Freeze is funky fun

        With beautiful visuals, sound, and imaginative stage concepts, this is one of the all-time greats.

        • by Tim Biggs

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        American dream for Super Rugby in secret strategy paper

        American dream for Super Rugby in secret strategy paper

        A Super Rugby All Stars match, a southern hemisphere 'Lions' team and more expansion are all on the table.

        • by Georgina Robinson
        Secret agents: Anger rises as sanctions deferred over Eels cap scandal

        Secret agents: Anger rises as sanctions deferred over Eels cap scandal

        Action against agents embroiled in the Parramatta salary cap scandal has been deferred yet again.

        • by Roy Masters

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