KPMG confirmed staff leaked Optus confidential data to colleagues bidding for Telstra's audit contract. The firm also surveilled a whistleblower, dismissing their concerns as "workplace grievances." Former CEO Andrew Yates resigned over the scandal, receiving $4.1m. Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand is investigating 12 individuals.
A Senate inquiry into a fatal MRH-90 Taipan helicopter crash heard allegations of fabricated evidence and corruption. Family members of the four deceased men are demanding accountability, questioning the Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions' decision not to pursue criminal charges.
A NSW parliamentary inquiry heard the live music talent pipeline is diminishing due to a lack of accessible musical education in regional areas, with a user-pays system and disappearing TAFE courses impacting instrument access, teachers, and technical skills.
A NSW parliamentary inquiry heard that the live music talent pipeline is diminishing as fewer young people in regional areas receive music education. This is attributed to a 'user-pays' system, lack of accessible instruments and teachers, and the disappearance of TAFE courses for technical roles.
Kochi police are investigating after workers at Cochin Shipyard discovered a message reading "I Love Pakistan" etched inside a vessel undergoing maintenance. The writing, found on an internal wall about 10 days ago, prompted a complaint from the shipyard, a sensitive naval facility.
A public inquiry into Muckamore Abbey Hospital has revealed widespread abuse and bullying of vulnerable patients, including physical harm like broken bones and black eyes. The report details systemic failings in leadership and safeguarding, with "deviance" becoming normalized among some staff. The Belfast Trust has apologized, acknowledging failures over many years.
Green party leader Zack Polanski has been cleared by an ethics inquiry into allegations he failed to pay council tax while living on a houseboat. The Greater London Authority's monitoring officer found the circumstances were beyond its scope, and Polanski stated it was an unintentional misunderstanding.
An inquiry into Muckamore Abbey hospital in Northern Ireland revealed widespread abuse and neglect of vulnerable adults, including physical harm, over-medication, and systematic bullying. The report made 106 recommendations to prevent recurrence.
An inquiry into Muckamore Abbey hospital in Northern Ireland found that mistreatment of vulnerable adults, including physical abuse, neglect, and over-medication, had become 'normality'. The hospital is under the UK's largest police investigation into vulnerable adult abuse, with 124 referrals for prosecution.
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has closed its investigation into Drax over concerns about the sourcing of wood pellets for its biomass power station. The FCA found no evidence to justify further action after reviewing thousands of pages.
International criminologists told a Queensland inquiry that the CFMEU allegedly used organised crime-style methods, including fear and coercion, to control the construction market and exclude competitors. Experts cited allegations of violence, intimidation, and illegitimate use of agreements, suggesting a pattern of 'criminal governance'.
The National Trust of South Australia (NTSA) will undergo a parliamentary inquiry after a campaign by disgruntled volunteers. The inquiry follows internal conflicts, including the dismissal of Moonta branch leadership and planned property sales to address a deficit, impacting tourism.
Beijing railway researchers propose a space-based train control system to prevent catastrophic failures like the 2011 Wenzhou crash. The system aims to make railways resilient to natural disasters but raises concerns about new digital vulnerabilities.
Luxembourg MEP Fernand Kartheiser has called a reported European Parliament inquiry into his contacts with Russian officials "surreal," arguing the EU is targeting dialogue while seeking a role in future Ukraine peace efforts. The inquiry stems from his visit to the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum.
An inquiry into the CFMEU's Queensland branch is investigating allegations of financial misconduct, including "shadow financial operations" and the improper use of donations to pay fines. Counsel assisting the inquiry claims the union used enterprise bargaining agreements to generate millions in revenue and control the construction industry.
Parents Marjorie and Mark Sharp recount their daughter Laura's 17 years at Muckamore Abbey Hospital, where she allegedly suffered abuse. The final report of the public inquiry into the scandal is due Thursday, with a separate police investigation ongoing.
A previously unpublished report from 2016 detailed serious concerns about workload, staffing, and culture within Nottingham's maternity services, days before baby Harriet Hawkins was stillborn. The review, seen by the BBC, interviewed 49 staff members and highlighted issues like staff shortages, inappropriate behavior, and senior staff belittling juniors, raising questions about whether warning signs were acted upon.
A year after Air India Flight 171 crashed in Ahmedabad, killing 260, investigators lack a definitive cause. Updates offer few clues, with analysis ongoing into flight recorder data, aircraft systems, and human factors. Preliminary findings suggested fuel-control switches moved to 'cut-off,' but conflicting theories persist.
The federal politics live blog from Parliament House, Canberra, covers the Reserve Bank's interest rate decision and the reported ceasefire deal between the US and Iran.
The family of Keren Ellen Rowland, who disappeared in 1971, believes she may be an early victim of serial killer Ivan Milat, citing similarities in her death and later murders, and alleging police missed opportunities to link him to her case decades ago.
Donald Trump announced a deal to end the war on Iran, with a signing expected Friday. He will discuss the deal at the G7 Summit in France. Global oil prices dropped on the news, but details remain scarce.
Leading economists largely support Labor's proposed overhaul of negative gearing and capital gains tax, citing improvements in generational fairness and tax equity, despite concerns over design flaws like a 30% minimum tax. Business groups strongly oppose the changes, warning of reduced investment and increased complexity.
Leading economists have endorsed Labor's proposed overhaul of negative gearing and capital gains tax, citing improvements in generational fairness, despite concerns about design flaws like a 30% minimum tax. Business groups strongly oppose the changes, warning of a chilling effect on investment, particularly for startups and small businesses.
A young Australian girl, Hania Ahmed, was mistakenly shot dead by a Pakistani police officer during a robbery incident in Punjab province. The officer discharged his weapon after suspects fired at him, leading to the tragic death of the girl and injuries to her father and brother. The robbers were later killed in a separate encounter.
