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Don't rush CFMEU administrator process, minister urges

Due processes need to be followed in appointing an administrator to the CFMEU following allegations of criminal elements in the union, a senior minister says.

AAP

Climate 200 to splash $1.2m in 2024 as Greens, Muslim groups circle major parties

The 2022 election saw voters abandon Australia’s major parties. But will the age of independents continue?

Crikey

Whatever your politics, Kamala Harris brings fresh air to a stale campaign

Also in Your Say, Crikey readers on whether Labor should change its caucus rules, and if non-citizens should vote in Australian elections.

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Enduring bond with trade unions 'Labor's Achilles' heel'

CFMEU scandal raises questions about Labor's historic links with trade unions

Newcastle Herald

Can't ignore building anxiety over stadium

Letters and Short Takes: Tuesday, July 23, 2024

Newcastle Herald

Deepfake crackdown looms as 'nudify' apps in spotlight

The eSafety commissioner has called for more powers to tackle apps that enable image-based abuse by using artificial intelligence to undress or "nudify" women.

AAP

Sydney council to take legal action over shutdown

One of Sydney's biggest councils will fight NSW government plans to appoint an administrator amid claims of maladministration.

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Two Liberal incumbents receive endorsement for council election

The third incumbent was not endorsed.

Newcastle Herald

CFMEU prospered while the Coalition watchdog was fast asleep (again)

The Coalition wants to reestablish the Australian Building and Construction Commission. It’s been tried twice before — and been a dud twice.

Crikey

Labor has narrow Newspoll lead but behind in other polls; Labor doomed in Queensland

A national Newspoll, conducted July 15–19 from a sample of 1,258, gave Labor a 51–49 lead, unchanged from the previous Newspoll, three weeks ago. Primary votes were 38% Coalition (up two), 33% Labor (up one), 13% Greens (steady), 6% One Nation (down one) and 10% for all Others (down two).

The Conversation

Independents complain about 'misleading and inaccurate' Labor ad

Candidates have submitted complaints to Elections ACT.

The Canberra Times

Voters leave Albanese, Dutton as resentment grows

Most Australians do not want Anthony Albanese or Peter Dutton to be the nation's next prime minister, the latest Newspoll shows.

AAP

New watchdog needed to weed out ‘toxic elements’ in CFMEU, independent MP says

Zoe Daniel says previous body set up by Coalition to oversee unions was ‘so politicised’ that it could not be effective

The Guardian - AU

Ex-minister defends Labor on CFMEU as union heads roll

Labor heavyweight Craig Emerson has distanced the party from allegations of criminality within the CFMEU, suggesting it won't cause significant voter backlash.

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The Guardian - AU

Alleged crime links and the CFMEU: what to know about the political furore over the construction union

Cut off from Labor, criminal allegations and branches under independent administration. Inside the CFMEU’s dramatic week

The Canberra Times

CFMEU ACT says it's not expected to be put into administration

The union has defended its record in the territory.

The Guardian - AU

CrowdStrike has ‘issued a fix’ to Windows outage – as it happened

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AAP

Basketball star named as Labor pick for Queensland seat

Matt Smith, who played seven seasons in the NBL, has been named as Labor's candidate for the seat of Leichhardt in far-north Queensland.

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Time to stand with the CFMEU against a cooked-up scandal

Victorian infrastructure is a predators ball. The CFMEU made sure workers got their share, against the violence of capital.

Newcastle Herald

Ross Kerridge quits Labor to run for mayor against Nuatali Nelmes

Dr Kerridge lost a close Labor preselection vote in February.

Crikey

Obama adds to Biden pressure

The former president and one of Joe Biden’s closest friends has raised questions about the viability of Biden’s candidacy, and nearly 13 million Australians had their health information hacked.

The Guardian - AU

Morning Mail: calls to remove kids from police watch houses, arts degrees to hit $50,000, speculation grows around Biden

‘Harrowing’ footage of children in cells sparks demands for action; some students will never pay off their education debt, experts warn

The Conversation

Friday essay: public ‘pash ons’ and angry dads – personal politics started with consciousness-raising feminists. Now, everyone’s doing it

On March 17–18 1973, more than 600 women gathered in Sydney for a “Women’s Commission”. Speaking to broad themes such as motherhood, work and sexism, dozens of women recounted their struggles: to obtain contraception, or a decent education, to complain about the chauvinistic men in their workplaces. Women shared personal…

The Canberra Times

Berry's former chief of staff not close to CFMEU, commission hears

The watchdog held its last public hearing in its Campbell probe.

The Guardian - AU

Australia’s $50,000 arts degree is here – putting university fees on par with the UK and US

The Hecs/Help scheme was not designed so people making a regular wage remained in debt until death, expert says

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