NSW Liberal faction's 'filthy schools money' text a 'stupid joke', ICAC hears
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A former NSW Liberal Party operative has told the state's corruption watchdog a text he sent referring to handing over "filthy schools money" was a "stupid joke".
There is growing opposition and concern about a wave of data centres planned for the Northern Territory, with residents raising concerns about water use, noise and proximity to people's homes.
NSW Energy Minister Penny Sharpe says the rollout of renewable energy zones has been "too slow", with mistakes inevitable as part of efforts to speed up the process.
Local business owners welcome a WA government investment towards a temporary rock wall aimed to slow down coastal erosion, but critics say it is not enough.
Western Australia's energy minister lashes out at Western Power employees who provided references for a senior manager who was jailed for raping a female colleague on a work trip.
Alfie Trebilcock started with Port Adelaide Football Club the same year as club legend Russel Ebert. Some 58 years and 11 premierships later, he is preparing for his final home game with The Power.