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Victorian gym owner takes legal action against insurer for refusing Coronavirus compensation payout

A Jetts gym franchisee has launched legal action against his insurer for being refused compensation after the Victorian Government forced businesses to close last year during the…

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Mar 25, 2021 Fitness / Government / Insurance / Legal /

 
 

Sport Integrity Australia acknowledges suspension of NRL player for four years

Sport Integrity Australia has acknowledged the decision of the NRL Anti-Doping Tribunal to impose a four year sanction in relation to Cronulla Sharks player, Bronson Xerri. The…

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Mar 23, 2021 Legal / Sport /

 
 

Basketball Australia racial equality review criticises ‘white boys’ club’ mentality

Basketball Australia has pledged to act on findings in a report by the Australian Human Rights Commission that people of colour have limited opportunities in the sport. Engaged by…

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Mar 19, 2021 Culture / Legal / Sport /

 
 

Television documentary to explore conspiracy theories and rumours surrounding tragic 1979 Ghost Train fire at Luna Park Sydney

News reports and a three-part ABC investigative documentary are exploring the suspicions, conspiracies and rumours that have been associated with the 1979 Ghost Train fire at Luna Park…

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Mar 14, 2021 ByNigel Benton Attractions / Legal / Safety /

 
 

Federal Court allows Viagogo a reprieve in paying $7 million fine

The Federal Court has allowed ticket-reseller Viagogo to hold off paying a $7 million fine for breaching the Australian Consumer Law pending the result of the Swiss-based company’s…

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Mar 11, 2021 Entertainment / Finance / Legal / Sport / Ticketing /

 
 

Queensland Government passes legislation to ban single-use plastics

Under new legislation passed by Queensland Parliament yesterday, polystyrene foam food containers and cups as well as single-use plastic straws, stirrers, cutlery and plates will all be…

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Mar 11, 2021 Environment / Government / Hospitality / Legal /

 
 

Australian Sports Commission revealed to have underpaid casual pool lifeguards

The Australian Sports Commission is reviewing staff entitlements following reports that casual employees working at Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) facilities in Canberra were…

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Mar 9, 2021 Aquatics / Finance / Legal / Sport /

 
 

Australian Conservation Foundation challenges Government on ‘fast tracked’ environmental approvals

The Australian Conservation Foundation (ACF) will today file a case at the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) challenging Environment Minister Sussan Ley’s refusal to release…

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Mar 9, 2021 Environment / Government / Legal /

 
 

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