Australia’s lobbying rules are under scrutiny, with new research warning that much of the influence happening behind the scenes isn’t visible to the public.

The Australian Democracy Network estimates up to 80 per cent of lobbyists may fall outside the current rules, with in-house lobbyists for major companies largely excluded.

So who is influencing the government and how much of that influence is happening out of public view?

Australia&rsquo;s lobbying rules are under scrutiny, with new research warning that much of the influence happening behind the scenes isn&rsquo;t visible to the public.
The Australian Democracy Network estimates up to 80 per cent of lobbyists may fall outside the current rules, with in-house lobbyists for major companies largely excluded.
So who is influencing the government and how much of that influence is happening out of public view?

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Calls for greater transparency over lobbying 

A new Senate Select Committee on Women’s Health will examine ways to improve care for new mothers and their babies.

The RACGP says too many women face a “cliff edge” in support after leaving hospital, with care often fragmented across GPs, hospitals and child and family health services.

The College is calling for more coordinated care, including dedicated GP-led postpartum plans and stronger breastfeeding support.

A new Senate Select Committee on Women&rsquo;s Health will examine ways to improve care for new mothers and their babies.
The RACGP says too many women face a &ldquo;cliff edge&rdquo; in support after leaving hospital, with care often fragmented across GPs, hospitals and child and family health services.
The College is calling for more coordinated care, including dedicated GP-led postpartum plans and stronger breastfeeding support.

Calls for better postpartum care as senate inquiry examines women’s health

National Disability Insurance Scheme legislation passed last week, aiming to reduce its expenditure. 

The government says the bill will curb fraud and adjust participant plans, pricing and access. 

However, disability advocates are concerned about the future of support for Australians with a disability. 

 

National Disability Insurance Scheme legislation passed last week, aiming to reduce its expenditure.&nbsp;
The government says the bill will curb fraud and adjust participant plans, pricing and access.&nbsp;
However, disability advocates are concerned about the future of support for Australians with a disability.&nbsp;
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NDIS changes spark concern over future of disability support

One in three Australian boys reportedly believe gender equality has gone too far. And this week, New sexual assault allegations involving elite private schoolboys and AFL players have again put misogyny in the spotlight.

Taken together, they raise a difficult question: When do common sexist schoolyard slurs turn into violent crimes against women? 

Dr Sara Meger, a Senior Lecturer in International Relations at the University of Melbourne, has been researching the links between misogyny and violent extremism.

Her research found hostile attitudes towards women were a stronger indicator of extremist views than factors like politics, religion, race or time spent online.

One in three Australian boys reportedly believe gender equality has gone too far. And this week, New sexual assault allegations involving elite private schoolboys and AFL players have again put misogyny in the spotlight.
Taken together, they raise a difficult question: When do common sexist schoolyard slurs turn into violent crimes against women?&nbsp;
Dr Sara Meger, a Senior Lecturer in International Relations at the University of Melbourne, has been researching the links between misogyny and violent extremism.
Her research found hostile attitudes towards women were a stronger indicator of extremist views than factors like politics, religion, race or time spent online.

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