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Lia Harris
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NSW Crime Reporter, ABC News (Australia)
Sydney
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Finance journalism, banking & health. Canstar is a research agency and Australia's biggest financial comparison site. real estate, property personal finance, home loans insurance, lifestyle super
Book reviews or fluff pieces on issues such as shopping habits or beauty products.
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By Amy Greenbank, Lia Harris Verified| ABC News (Australia) Verified Tens of thousands of tradies might have been issued contractor licences without a criminal history check being conducted by Building Commission NSW. It means contractors such as plumbers, electricians and carpenters who failed to disclose their criminal convictions to the regulator may have been granted licences allowing them to attend private homes and businesses. Building Commission NSW, which issues 100,000 contractor licences a year, can refuse applicants who have a criminal record.
By Lia Harris Verified| ABC News (Australia) Verified NSW Police has confirmed that a review into claims of a toxic culture are now underway. Last year, ABC investigations explored claims of widespread homophobia, bullying, sexism and a lack of mental health support with the state's police force. Former senior sergeant Mel Cooper, who was one of the first to speak out, says she has not been contacted by NSW Police.
By Amy Greenbank, Lia Harris Verified| ABC News (Australia) Verified Tens of thousands of tradies might have been issued contractor licences without a criminal history check being conducted by Building Commission NSW. It means contractors such as plumbers, electricians and carpenters who failed to disclose their criminal convictions to the regulator may have been granted licences allowing them to attend private homes and businesses. Building Commission NSW, which issues 100,000 contractor licences a year, can refuse applicants who have a criminal record.
Company Info
ABC News (Australia)
Ultimo, New South Wales, Australia
+61 2 8333 2821