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ASX vows reform after placing 'investors over markets'

A final report on exchange operator ASX has noted its defensive culture and favouring of shareholder returns over resilient technology platforms for investors.

AAP · Apr 2

They suck your blood: nature's vampires at museum show

From mosquitoes to giant leeches, the Bloodsuckers exhibition at the Australian Museum explores creatures that live off blood.

AAP · Apr 1

Athletics great joins race to help deliver 2032 Games

Athletics great Cathy Freeman has taken up a key 2032 Olympic advisory role, becoming the latest high-profile star to help Brisbane Games organisers.

AAP · Mar 31

Newspaper apologises as takeaway-shop stunt resolved

A high-profile stunt resulting in multiple lawsuits has ended with a major metropolitan newspaper apologising for causing distress to staff at a takeaway shop.

AAP · Mar 30

'Poorly designed' minor drug diversion scheme panned

Data has found few people are being granted access to a drug diversion scheme designed to stop minor offenders being trapped in court processes.

AAP · Mar 30

ABC talks 'constructive' as bosses lock eyes with union

After a months-long stalemate over pay, union officials have hinted there's been positive signs from their meeting with the head of the national broadcaster.

AAP · Mar 29

The 'horrific' disease hitting regional Aussies hardest

Exposure to pesticides and other environmental factors could be behind far higher rates of motor-neurone disease in regional areas, experts warn.

AAP · Mar 29

Gambling and welfare issues dog greyhound racing boons

Greyhound racing's problems cost more than its economic benefits, a report has found, as one state weighs up the future of the sport.

AAP · Mar 29

Cancer survivor's parents walk to give others hope

The mother of a childhood cancer survivor, Marina Forde is doing the Walk for Kids with Cancer so more parents can enjoy a happy ending.

AAP · Mar 27

First snow falls as sudden chill brings wild weather

Eastern states have been lashed with heavy rain and strong winds as skiers rejoice after fresh snow lands the first powder of the season.

AAP · Mar 26