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Geoscience Australia has been recognised for its incredible work to strengthen community disaster resilience through advanced mapping and warning projects.
Veil slips from deep spying game
Computer security experts have uncovered one of the most malicious pieces of software they have seen, and it could be a secret surveillance program for world governments.
Action taken on 'cartel' unions
The consumer watchdog is taking the CFMEU to court over claims the union engaged in boycott conduct directed at concrete company Boral.
Beans brewing after galaxy's longest coffee run
A Russian spacecraft carrying Italy's first female astronaut has safely docked with the International Space Station.
Logistics job supply gets on the move
A new report on transport and logistics jobs has made a few big findings for the last few months.
Fuel ship sit-down continues
The crew of a Victorian petrol ship is refusing to make a voyage they say will end with their sacking.
Truck app to help small movers' track
The Government-funded NICTA (National ICT Australia) is working on a new mobile app to help consumers and small businesses frustrated by delivery and payment delays.
Sour milk settlement could see $25m for victims
The Supreme Court could be close to ruling on Australia’s biggest ever food safety payout.
Future battle-bots need your help now!
Giant fighting robots – a phrase that easily evokes a thousand sci-fi fantasies - could soon be very real.
Study shows valid hacking victim blame
A recent research project may have taught some participants about the dangers of internet complacency, and showed the level of ignorance about easy security measures.
New view given by big nano-building
A new site will build windows into the human body for local researchers.
Nuclear probe creates crazy conditions for science
A new report details some of the mind-boggling conditions inside a nuclear reactor during a meltdown.
Phone claims empower ACCC against EnergyAustralia
The consumer watchdog is taking EnergyAustralia to court for its phone selling practices.
WA digs for money over jobs
Western Australia’s resources sector workforce will be smashed over the coming decade, as companies cut costs during production and increase FIFO staff arrangements.
Rally rails against possible planning change
Protesters have rallied against potential changes to Queensland planning laws that they believe would fill their neighbourhoods with high-rises.
Shifting shifts may not help tired Ambos
Changes aimed at giving paramedics a much-needed rest could end up doing the opposite, Tasmanian authorities say.
Sparkies stop work after Lend Lease lock-cutting claim
A dangerous safety breach has seen more than 40 electricians stop work at a Sydney construction site.
Households help Medibank see big first day
Mum and dad investors have leapt onboard for the public float of Medibank Private, lining the Government up for a $5.7 billion sale.
Plague outbreak reaches African capital
The plague has killed at least 40 people in Madagascar in recent months.
Embarrassing Ebola talk as UN asks for open doors
Australia's Foreign Minister has read out a statement criticising nations that block entry for travellers from Ebola-affected countries, like Australia.
Metal makers' new home at Monash
A new research facility will allow Australian engineers to grab hold of the future, and carve it with some incredible machinery.