Good morning, The collapse of plastics maker Qenos looms as a significant political embarrassment for Anthony Albanese, coming less than a week after the prime minister launched the government's manufacturing policy under the “Future Made in Australia” banner. Star Entertainment has been accused of putting “profit before compliance” with former executives lining up at the second Bell inquiry to accuse ousted boss Robbie Cooke of a lack of integrity, withholding documents and disputing previously agreed decisions with his staff. A surprise move by the sea-change shire of Mornington in Victoria to tax all new property developments has alarm bells ringing and will be watched closely by councils across Australia. And for those in the legal field, The Australian is launching a new, free newsletter Ipso Facto with scoops, analysis and comment each week. Sign up here. |