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Victorian Government Announces 2000-3000 Public Service Job Cuts

The Victorian government announced a review of the public sector that could result in 2000 to 3000 job losses (5-6% of the workforce) by June 30 to save billions, excluding frontline and integrity services.

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Victoria to Cut 2,000-3,000 Public Service Jobs to Reduce Budget Deficit

The Victorian government will cut 2,000–3,000 public service jobs (5–6% of the workforce) to address its budget, following an independent review headed by Helen Silver, with interim and final reports due in April and June respectively; frontline services are excluded.

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Rudd's Devonport Fiasco: A Cautionary Tale for Political Campaigns

Kevin Rudd's 2007 campaign suffered a setback when he disrupted a Devonport Senior Citizens Club birthday party, highlighting the risks of unscheduled events during election campaigns, as shown by similar incidents involving other Australian political leaders.

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Queensland Deputy Premier Declares Conflict of Interest Over Rail Project

Queensland Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie declared a conflict of interest due to his property being potentially impacted by the Sunshine Coast rail project; he followed advice from the integrity commissioner and implemented a conflict management plan.

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\$11.66 Billion Blowout in Victoria's Major Projects

Victoria's 113 major projects, mostly transport infrastructure, experienced an \$11.66 billion cost increase, totaling \$145.5 billion, raising concerns about budget control ahead of the upcoming budget. The Auditor-General's report details this increase, with 53 projects showing significant cost ov...

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Palmer Launches "Trumpet of Patriots" Party in Australia

Clive Palmer launched the "Trumpet of Patriots" party in Australia, aiming to cut government waste, limit immigration, and promote traditional gender roles, mirroring US President Donald Trump's strategies, with significant funding from Palmer himself.

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Labor Leader Faces Leadership Spill Amidst Transport Policy Debate

Transport Minister Brent Mickelberg publicly accused the Labor Party of plotting to oust its leader, Steven Miles, amidst parliamentary questioning on transport policies and the Sunshine Coast rail project, prompting accusations of misleading voters and a referral to the ethics committee.

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Queensland Government Releases Suppressed Report on Jackie Trad

The Queensland government released a Crime and Corruption Commission report criticizing former Deputy Premier Jackie Trad's actions regarding a colleague's appointment, despite a 2023 high court ruling blocking its release; the report criticized officials' conduct but found insufficient grounds for ...

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Secret Deal Favors Incumbent Australian Parties in Electoral Reform

Australia's Labor and Coalition parties secretly passed electoral reforms increasing public funding for established parties while limiting individual donations, creating a financial barrier for new independent candidates and potentially reducing voter choice.

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Australian Athletes Push for Stronger Climate Action

Australian athletes, led by Alex Pearce and supported by Senator Pocock's bill, are advocating for stronger climate action, highlighting the impact of extreme weather on sports and the delayed emission targets of major political parties.

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Whyalla Steelworks Placed into Administration

The South Australian government has placed the Whyalla steelworks, owned by indebted businessman Sanjeev Gupta, into administration, prompting a significant government support package.

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Queensland Parliament Debates Controversial Youth Crime Laws

Queensland's parliament debated the government's youth crime laws, sparking accusations of rushed policy-making after the exclusion of serious offenses like rape and manslaughter; the opposition also criticized the Premier's actions during recent floods.

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