Afternoon Update: Morrison-era multibillion-dollar mistake; airport safety concerns continue; and remembering Johnny Young
Want to get this in your inbox every weekday? Good afternoon, and happy Friday. The controversial Morrison-era GST deal with Western Australia has been criticised by the Productivity Commission, which says it was a costly mistake that should be reversed and that tens of billions of dollars of taxpayer…
The Productivity Commission has criticized the controversial Morrison-era GST deal with Western Australia, deeming it a costly mistake which has led to tens of billions of dollars of taxpayer money flowing to the country's richest state. Meanwhile, Sydney airport incident involving Virgin and Qantas flights did not have to be reported, according to Airservices Australia.
Johnny Young, host and creator of Young Talent Time, has passed away at the age of 79. North Sydney pool was recently closed and drained following a $122m overhaul to the much-hyped reopening. An alleged victim of Alan Jones appeared in court, claiming the broadcaster had softened soft-boiled eggs with soldiers and ironed his underpants.
Additionally, Taiwan has simulated an internet blackout on TikTok, potentially as a response to China's threat.
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