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ABC cops $150k fine as judge slams caving to lobbyists

The ABC has been fined $150,000 for unlawfully firing a host over a post on the Gaza war after a judge urged employers to hold fast against lobbying campaigns.

AAP · Sep 23, 2025

Psychiatrist body holds firm on 25% pay bid but NSW Health says shortages are ‘more nuanced’

Legal action argues for pay rise to tackle staff shortages while health department says a ‘more nuanced response’ is required

The Guardian - AU · Jun 20, 2025

NSW psychiatrist quit when workload threatened patient safety, court hears

Dr Suzanna Goodison’s evidence before Industrial Relations Commission part of the push by doctors union to stem exodus of specialists from the public system

The Guardian - AU · Mar 18, 2025

'Fantasy': Ita Buttrose denies pushing host's sacking

The ABC's former chair has said a radio host fired for sharing a post on the Gaza conflict was an '"activist" who should not have been hired in the first place.

AAP · Feb 11, 2025

Antoinette Lattouf case: ABC managing director denies double standard in treatment of Laura Tingle

David Anderson tells court Tingle’s public comments were a ‘different matter and that was dealt with at the time’

The Guardian - AU · Feb 5, 2025

Five things we’ve learned this week from Antoinette Lattouf’s alleged unfair dismissal case against the ABC

Journalist was cross-examined for five gruelling hours over two days, recounting heavier drinking habits and tearful conversations

The Guardian - AU · Feb 4, 2025

Anti-Israel ex-ABC host laments being press poster girl

An ABC radio host fired for panning Israel's actions in Gaza has discussed the emotional toll of being a poster girl for justice after she was publicly derided.

AAP · Feb 3, 2025

‘Just listen’: tense exchanges as Antoinette Lattouf takes stand against ABC silk

Journalist faces hostile questioning from former employer’s barrister as she sues for wrongful dismissal

The Guardian - AU · Feb 3, 2025

A new code means employers need to protect workers' mental health. But will it work?

Experts say the code recognises that the workplace can impact our mental health, and employers could be held responsible for harms.

ABC News · Apr 20, 2023

Coach says child abuse claims 'disgusting'

The evidence of 11 students accusing a Sydney coach of sexual abuse contrasts with others at a swim school, including Ian Thorpe, a jury has been told.

AAP · Oct 18, 2022