TAB came under fire this week for announcing that they will be taking bets on Good Friday. Attacks from religious groups, John Brumby and Tim Costello. Called to donate a percentage of profits to the Good Friday Appeal by Brumby.
The Age launches an editorial assault on Transport Minister Lynn Kosky in its Saturday paper. The next day, The Herald Sun, runs a story comparing the cost of implementing the Myki system with a NASA space probe. Of course, the Myki system proves to be more expensive than space exploration.
Australian-owned stationery company, Smiggle, in hot water with Neil Mitchell. The release of a voodoo doll-inspired pencil case draws strong criticism from child psychologists and key community groups.
Chinalco’s proposed share increase in Rio Tinto dominates business pages. Rio Tinto’s PR team release bleak financial forecasts, hoping to garner support for Chinalco’s bid.
The ACCC sues Telstra for alleged breaks to the Trade Practices Act. Telstra quick to respond, claiming that they are being sued for minor breaches that they have since rectified.
News Limited apologises to Pauline Hanson for the nude photo controversy. Pauline Hanson fails to win a seat in the Queensland election and proceeds with legal action against News Limited.
Internal Victorian Police documents, claiming that the Victorian Police’s information systems overwhelmed by data, leaked to the media. Police spokeswoman says the systems are secure, and that further detail would follow from the IT department.
