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Labor’s plan to restrict gambling ads will reduce spending by just 0.8%, government analysis says

Report by the prime minister’s office says a total ban would have a ‘higher net benefit’ but would hit sporting codes very hard

The Guardian - AU

London university sued after expelling student who was impersonated on social media

Former student says she experienced financial problems and mental health issues after being cyberbullied

The Guardian - UK

‘A vehicle for love’: the public art project highlighting immigrants’ contributions to US cities

The Philadelphians features video portraits of immigrants, in response to the Trump administration’s negative rhetoric

The Guardian - US

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Complaints about universities by students reaches record high

There were thousands of complaints from university students

The Independent UK

Complaints about universities from students surge to record high in 2024

The watchdog said it will monitor complaints as financial challenges facing the sector ‘may impact on students’ experiences’.

Evening Standard

African history students awarded compensation after master’s axed

University of Chichester had suspended recruitment to its history of Africa and the African diaspora MRes

The Guardian - UK

Townsville mayor Troy Thompson’s military service claims under investigation by powerful corruption watchdog

New mayor’s claims about his army history referred to Crime and Corruption Commission by local government body

The Guardian - AU

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Mayor referred to corruption watchdog over army service

A watchdog has referred a north Queensland mayor to the Crime and Corruption Commission over his military service history claims following an investigation.

AAP

She repeatedly reported a prison guard’s sexual abuse. It took years for officials to believe her

Exclusive: Nilda Palacios fought to prove a California sergeant had assaulted and stalked her – by the time her claims were ‘sustained’, he’d quietly resigned

The Guardian - US

Reserve Bank credibility in question over 'blackballing' of experts

Allowing macroeconomic and monetary experts to serve on the Monetary Policy Committee is welcome. But, asks Eric Crampton, how did Reserve Bank believe there had never really been a ban?

Newsroom.co.nz

Stuart Nash breached official information laws - Ombudsman

The former minister breached the Official Information Act by improperly withholding emails in which he discussed confidential Cabinet discussions with two of his political donors, Chief Ombudsman Peter Boshier found.

Newsroom.co.nz

Asia’s largest pub Oia brings Santorini to Bengaluru

Oia, Bengaluru’s massive bar spanning 87,000 sq ft, impresses with its Santorini-inspired aesthetics. Situated in Hennur, it attracts visitors despite wait times, becoming a must-visit destination in the city.

The Hindu

Australian pharmacy losses predicted to total $1.2bn over four years under Labor prescription reforms

Government models also outline benefits to patients as guild says changes will send small and regional businesses ‘to the wall’

The Guardian - AU

Proactive release used to circumvent OIA

Official advice sheds light on a long-suspected loophole, in which the Government proactively releases material with redactions so it can circumvent freedom of information laws.

Newsroom.co.nz

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The Guardian - UK

Student complaints in England and Wales at record levels, watchdog says

Higher education adjudicator expresses concern about ‘increasing levels of distress’ among university students

The Independent UK

Student complaints about universities surge to record high in 2022

The OIA said students faced multiple challenges, including the cost-of-living crisis, industrial action and longer-term impacts of the pandemic.

Newsroom.co.nz

How has Govt got into such a mess over rongoā Māori?

If passed, the Therapeutic Products Bill would create a regime administered by an “independent registrar”, who is also a Ministry of Health employee. There is no guaranteed role for Māori in its operation, let alone in key decisions, writes Jane Kelsey

Asharq Al-Awsat

Oman Offers 36 Investment Opportunities for $4 Bn

Oman Investment Authority (OIA) announced 36 investment opportunities worth about $4 billion and covering various industries. OIA’s Director General of Economic Diversification, Hisham bin Ahmed al-Sheedi, said these investment opportunities would potentially ensure better alignment and synergy between OIA and other government and private entities. Sheedi noted that the opportunities…

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Newsroom.co.nz

Call for official information penalties following Nash saga

Officials who knowingly break the country's official information law need more than a slap on the wrist, experts say as the Ombudsman investigates a former minister's email to donors.

AAP

NZ PM Hipkins: email scandal a 'cock-up not conspiracy'

New Zealand's government stands accused of a cover-up culture after not releasing a key email that has led to the downfall of minister Stuart Nash.

Newsroom.co.nz

The opaque transparency of the OIA system

The latest revelations in the Stuart Nash saga extend Chris Hipkins' political headache but also spotlight the lack of transparency on freedom of information decisions.

Newsroom.co.nz

Evidence Stuart Nash breached official information laws

The "inexcusable" email that led to Stuart Nash's sacking from Cabinet formed part of correspondence requested by - and improperly denied to - Newsroom in 2021. Pete Mckenzie reports.

The Guardian - UK

Universities rebuked over academic misconduct cases in England and Wales

Ombudsman report says students treated unfairly and changes to exams since pandemic created uncertainty

ABC News

Brisbane council ethics committee stalled with no complaints decided in 18 months

A Brisbane City Council ethics committee set up under state legislation in 2020 has only sat three times, with political divisions creating problems, according to councillors.

Asharq Al-Awsat

ACWA Power, Oman Investment Authority Study Possibility of Wind Power Plant Project in Egypt

Saudi Arabia and Oman signed on Tuesday a memorandum of understanding to study the possibility of investing up to 10 percent in the development, construction, and operation of the 1.1 GW Suez wind power plant project, which is valued at $1.5 billion. Oman News Agency reported that Oman Investment Authority…

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