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Health Workers Union and its secretary Diana Asmar.

Health Workers Union put into administration as secretary Diana Asmar stands down

A deal was struck to avoid a protracted court battle as the Fair Work Commission takes civil action against Asmar for a multimillion-dollar “ghost printing” arrangement.

  • Kieran Rooney

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The Kyle and Jackie O show has been found to have breached decency standards again.

Investigation finds Kyle and Jackie O breached radio decency rules

The media watchdog found that Australia’s highest-paid media stars breached standards in two segments that aired last year.

  • Calum Jaspan
The VHH is a way for Victoria to future-proof its citizens against heart disease for the next five decades.

Started a new year health kick? Beware the ‘subscription trap’

Gyms, streaming services and meal-kit providers are being targeted by proposed new laws that will crack down on unfair business practices.

  • Millie Muroi
Victorian Treasurer Tim Pallas says the state’s economy remains strong despite its rapidly growing debt.

State’s financial watchdog slams ‘reactive’ budget with no long-term plan

The auditor-general has warned that prolonged operating losses and cash deficits are not financially sustainable following a review of the state’s reports for the past financial year.

  • Kieran Rooney and Annika Smethurst
The collapsed roof of the Kew Recreation Centre in inner-eastern Melbourne’s Kew in 2022. The local council has not yet confirmed a budget to complete the project delayed by 20 months.

‘Flipping mad’: Charges laid over Kew Recreation Centre roof collapse

WorkSafe Victoria is pursuing two construction companies in court following a lengthy investigation into the collapse, as locals demand answers from council on project delays.

  • Brittany Busch
A generic image of an apartment for rent.

Almost $450,000 of fines handed out for dodgy rentals since March

The Victorian government has revealed the details of rental reform promised last September, including a dispute resolution service.

  • Rachel Eddie
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QBE allegedly mislead customers.

Scam nation: What’s going on with our most trusted companies?

The disturbingly regular notifications from regulators that businesses and brands Australians trust have allegedly misled them is more sinister than the digital scammers we face every day.

  • Elizabeth Knight
Anthony Grant is facing more than a dozen drug-related charges but was granted bail on Monday due to fears for his safety in prison.

Magistrate who mimicked interpreter’s accent to have sensitivity counselling

A watchdog has ruled a Victorian magistrate portrayed a culturally insensitive stereotype and his conduct lacked professionalism and respect.

  • Melissa Cunningham
Blossom Au Pairs has been flagged by Consumer Protection WA.

WA childcare service accused of taking tens of thousands from parents

Consumer Protection is warning WA families to steer clear after at least 37 disgruntled customers claim to have lost more than $37,000 between them.

  • Michael Genovese
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Real estate agency charged after auction sale smashes price guide

The townhouse in Melbourne’s north-east was initially listed for $900,000 to $950,000, then raised to $1 to $1.1million. It sold for more than $1.5 million.

  • Alex Crowe

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