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Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Archived Pulse in Australia
Australia sees major discussions on upcoming Age Pension tax exemptions, media industry tensions around Karl Stefanovic, sports controversies involving Lachie Neale, setbacks in Saudi Arabia's NEOM project, and an ICAC corruption probe at University of Wollong
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Quick context
Age Pension CGT Exemption Announced: New capital gains tax rules introduce an Age Pension CGT exemption effective from July 2027, impacting retirees' financial planning.
Karl Stefanovic in Channel Nine Turmoil and New Radio Deal: Karl Stefanovic faces significant workplace conflicts at Channel Nine but has signed a major radio deal alongside Eddie McGuire.
Lachie Neale's AFL and Personal Life in Spotlight: Lachie Neale is involved in AFL transfer rumors and a personal affair controversy making headlines.
Saudi Arabia Scales Back NEOM's The Line Project: Saudi Arabia cancels several contracts related to The Line megastructure, marking a setback in the NEOM project.
ICAC Probes University of Wollongong Corruption Claims: ICAC investigates corruption and conflict of interest allegations involving executives at University of Wollongong.
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New CGT rules in Australia include an Age Pension CGT exemption affecting retirees from 2027.
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The Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) in Australia is conducting an investigation into allegations of corruption, conflicts of interest, and favouritism involving executives, including the chancellor and staff, at the University of Wollongong. This inquiry aims to address concerns about integrity and governance within the university. Additionally, unrelated reports from ICAC and other agencies cover global cotton trade projections,
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SMH.com.au
ICAC to investigate allegations of corruption at University of Wollongong - SMH.com.au
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AFR
ICAC investigates University of Wollongong chancellor and staff - AFR
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Australian Broadcasting Corporation
ICAC inquiry to probe conflict of interest, favouritism allegations against University of Wollongong..