Draft legislation for 2032 Olympics presents “corruption risks”

Queensland’s Crime and Corruption Commission (CCC) has identified “corruption risks” within draft legislation related to the 2032 Olympic Games. The concerns come less than a month after the state’s Premier was criticised for instilling secrecy laws within Olympic legislation. As Brisbane begins the decade-long preparations for the 2032 Olympic Games, legislation pertaining to the organisation…

Electric vehicles vs diesel engines: what’s the future of transport?

The federal government announced last week that it would invest $500,000 into funding for electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across Australia. The Future Fuels Strategy allows the federal government to partner with the private sector to create 2,600 jobs over a three-year plan. According to the Climate Council, transport is Australia’s third-largest source of greenhouse…