State Parliament
SafeWork NSW referred to ICAC over monitoring of killer stone after ‘shock’ report
A scathing report into SafeWork NSW has found despite international knowledge about the “heightened health risk” of deadly engineered stone products since at least 2010, the NSW workplace regulator did not begin proper compliance until 2018.
- by Michael McGowan
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ICAC points to Maguire’s ‘emotional hold’ on Berejiklian
The “particular dynamics” of the relationship between Gladys Berejiklian and Daryl Maguire needed consideration, a NSW court was told.
- by Michaela Whitbourn
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One Nation
One Nation looks to recruit Craig Kelly in NSW, sources say
Despite official party denials, speculation is mounting the former Liberal MP will ditch Clive Palmer’s United Australia Party to join One Nation and force out NSW MP Tania Mihailuk.
- by Max Maddison
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ICAC
ICAC acted outside powers in issuing Berejiklian report, court told
The former premier wants an appeal court to strike down corruption findings made against her after an inquiry exposed her secret relationship with an MP.
- by Michaela Whitbourn
Police yet to accept gay hate crime inquiry recommendations despite apology
Commissioner Karen Webb apologised to victims’ families, yet neither police nor the government have accepted recommendations from an inquiry into gay hate crimes.
- by Michael McGowan
Metro executive created $459,000 job for ‘dear friend’, investigation alleged
Louise Howard, the now-former public servant at the centre of the claims, has dismissed the findings against her.
- by Michael McGowan and Max Maddison
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ICAC
Transport executive denies corrupting hiring process despite ‘substantial evidence’
Tim Parker, a former Sydney Metro senior executive, has denied allegations he breached government procurement and competition policies.
- by Michael McGowan and Max Maddison
Pollies derided this relic. Sydney Biennale is resurrecting it
The biennale has mastered the art of reviving the city’s neglected pockets. Next up: White Bay Power Station.
- by Brook Turner
Second stage of Parramatta light rail finally gets green light
Seven years after the former Coalition government first announced the proposed route, the 10-kilometre tram line between the Parramatta CBD and Olympic Park has been given the tick by planning.
- by Michael McGowan
Opinion
Casinos
Should we catch this falling Star? Or is it time for troubled casino to fold?
Adverse findings from a new inquiry by the regulator could mean the end of The Star casino’s operations in Sydney. But would that be so bad?
- by Alexandra Smith
Workplace safety regulator criticised for ‘light touch’ investigations
Industrial Relations Minister Sophie Cotsis commits to never allowing SafeWork to become so badly compromised again after highly critical review.
- by Max Maddison and Michael McGowan