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NBN Co has signed up Arris to upgrade the Optus and Telstra hybrid fibre-coaxial (HFC) networks.
Deep spy finding puts eyes in the hard drive
The NSA – the US digital spy agency – appears to have broken new ground in its level of computer surveillance.
Mother's milk and mud for immune kick-start
A round-up of studies shows that a baby’s immune system is tuned by early exposure to germs and bugs.
Brain study finds place for teachers
New research has identified the parts of the brain used for finding mistakes in other people’s understanding, an important step in the science of teaching.
Regional school boosted by China link
One north Queensland school will soon unveil its ‘Confucius Classroom’, designed to promote Chinese language and culture.
VET check finds legion of under-trained teachers
About 9,500 Victorian vocational students have had to hand back their certificates after concern about the low quality of education training.
ANZ's slow figures send jobs drifting
ANZ is sending over 100 jobs offshore, following a drop in shares on stagnant figures.
Tech sector picked as pickaxes slow
Analysts are pushing for better way to promote innovation in technological industries, to fill the economic void left by the mining decline.
RBA moved to get in touch with the blind
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) is undertaking significant reform, prompted by an unlikely source.
Brain drain and other pain for unfunded locals
One of Australia’s top scientists has warned that cuts to research funding will put the nation at risk.
Child changes hope to keep care cheap
A long-awaited major review of Australian childcare has called for a single means-tested payment and federal funding for nannies.
Asian deal to deliver for Toll
There is some division over a $6.5 billion takeover offer for logistics giant Toll.
NT report finds rough state of youth justice
A Northern Territory Government report has found a broad range of problems in the youth justice system.
Conference and comms firm loses footing
An Australian publisher and conference provider with ties to the local government sector has entered voluntary administration.
Videos depict sticky situations
Tasmania’s Local Government Division and the Integrity Commission have joined the Local Government Association of Tasmania to produce training videos for the tricky situations councillors sometimes find themselves in.
Councils concede state pick
The Local Government Association of Queensland says it is ready to work with the new Queensland government.
Tagging test for repeat non-recyclers
One council in Western Australia is taking a hard-line approach to recycling.
Stats show APS ageing
The Australian Public Service is getting older.
ATO desk pain and neck strain not paid
The Australian Taxation Office has found itself in a sticky compensation battle, after the desk and chair heights of one employee were changed without her knowledge.
Strike could see nation stall
Planned industrial action at the Department of Agriculture has officials worried about interruptions to passenger movement, cargo inspections, meat inspections, international mail processing and other services.
NDIS progress noted
A meeting of government bodies this week agreed to move ahead on a full scheme roll out of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).