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Senator allegedly plotted council 'coup' with principal

An alleged plot to oust an Aboriginal land council chief executive led to Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price defaming him in a media release, a court has heard.

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Former NDIS provider fined millions over man's death

A mentally disabled man was left unsupervised and then fatally struck by a car. His care provider has now been slammed in the Federal Court.

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Landmark $5.8m penalty over health data cyber attack

A first-of-its-kind fine for the loss of 220,000 people's health data highlights a need to view cybercrime as more than just a technological risk, experts say.

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'Strong message': deepfake porn creator cops huge fine

The Federal Court has ordered a Gold Coast man to pay more than $340,000 for posting deepfake images of several high-profile Australian women.

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Wiggles clap back at ex-CEO's unlawful sacking claim

The Wiggles and their former CEO are attempting to sing in tune over claims the boss was undermined before being illegally fired.

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ABC Ordered To Pay Antoinette Lattouf $150k Over Gaza Post Sacking

ABC has been ordered to pay journalist Antoinette Lattouf $150K after the Federal Court ruled she had been unlawful terminated back in 2023.

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ANZ has been hit with a record $240 million fine. These lessons should have been learned years ago

ANZ Bank has agreed to pay a record fine of A$240 million after admitting to various forms of misconduct that occurred “over many years”.

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Why a possible $1 billion bill for Coles and Woolworths has put a common employment clause in the spotlight

Australian supermarket giants Woolworths and Coles now face the prospect of a combined bill exceeding A$1 billion in relation to the alleged underpayment of close to 30,000 staff over several years.

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Antoinette Lattouf Seeking $350K Penalty From ABC Over Unlawful Sacking

In June, the Federal Court found that ABC unlawfully sacked Lattouf over a social media opposing the Israeli military campaign in Gaza.

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ABC blames 'perfect storm' for journo's illegal sacking

The ABC has rallied against a proposed $350,000 penalty for illegally firing a journalist, arguing the decision arose from a "single inadvertent mistake".

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A-Leagues move forward as United fight wind-up order

Western United intend to appeal the Federal Court's wind-up order as the A-Leagues prepare for the seasons, with or without them.

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Embattled A-Leagues expansion club wound up by courts

An eleventh-hour bid to save Western United has failed with the Federal Court ordering the wind-up of the embattled A-Leagues club.

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Brittany Higgins Reacts To Linda Reynolds Defamation Victory With Instagram Statement

"I was 24 years old when I was sexually assaulted in Parliament House. Six years have passed – years marked by challenge, scrutiny, and change. I accept that Linda Reynolds' feelings were hurt."

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Wiggles' court blue reveals resurgence, $7m earnings

The Wiggles and its blue-skivvied Anthony Field are being sued by the band's former boss who alleges he was undermined and excluded from crucial toy meetings.

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'Unreasonable' delay in decision to protect rock art

The federal environment minister has taken an unreasonably long time to determine an application to protect rock art near a gas plant, a court has found.

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Google Slapped With $36 Million Fine Amid Anti-Competitive Practices In Australia

Alphabet‘s Google (NASDAQ:GOOG) (NASDAQ:GOOGL) has agreed to pay a hefty fine of $36 million in Australia. This comes after allegations of anti-competitive practices involving the country’s two largest telecom companies.

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'Ruthless' sacking of staff lands Qantas with $90m fine

Qantas has vowed to rebuild trust after the embattled airline was fined $90 million for illegally sacking more than 1800 ground staff during the pandemic.

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Huge payout tipped after Apple and Google's Epic loss

Apple and Google could face a hefty bill after they were sued by the developer of online game Fortnite and found to have engaged in anti-competitive conduct.

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'Abusive obsession': Latham targeted over sex act tweet

Isolated MP Mark Latham has complained about a "whinge-athon" and been rebuked for repeated interjections as he battles a homosexual vilification claim.

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From ‘reef-friendly’ sunscreens to ‘sustainable’ super, greenwashing allegations are rife. Here’s how the claims stack up

Going “green” is not just good for the environment and climate, it can also be great for business. Consumers increasingly demand eco-friendly goods and services, and are willing to pay more for them.

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'Transparent' Lehrmann inquiry head corrupt, court told

An ex-judge who leaked a report into Bruce Lehrmann's rape prosecution was corrupt despite claims he acted in the public interest, a judge has heard.

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Decades-long fight leads to historic rights recognition

Following a historic native title decision in the Federal Court, traditional owners have the right to control access to their Country.

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Australian law is clear: criticism of Israel does not breach the Racial Discrimination Act

Earlier this month, the Federal Court found controversial Muslim cleric Wissam Haddad breached the Racial Discrimination Act.

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Australia got off on a technicality for its climate inaction. But there are plenty more judgement days to come

This week, the Federal Court found the Australian government has no legal duty to protect Torres Strait Islanders from climate change. The ruling was disappointing, but it’s not the end of the matter.

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What does Australian law have to say about sovereign citizens and ‘pseudolaw’?

Armed with obscure legal jargon and fringe interpretations of the law, “sovereign citizens” are continuing to test the limits of the Australian justice system’s patience and power.

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