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Thursday bulletin
21 Feb 2013
The annual whale hunt has been suspended after clashes between protestors and the Japanese fleet. In other news, Europe’s tallest active volcano has erupted overnight.
Whale hunt suspended
Japan has temporarily halted its annual whale hunt in the Southern Ocean after clashes with Sea Shepherd. The anti-whaling group claimed that a Japanese ship rammed two of its boats after they defied orders to leave the area. ABC News has more.
ACCC crack down
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission will crack down on dodgy retail prices that exploit customers. The watchdog is also looking into several cases of anti-competitive behaviour. Read more.
ANZ moves jobs offshore
ANZ has advised more than 70 employees that their jobs will be outsourced to India in the coming months with most impacted roles based in Sydney. Perth Now has more.
Buses to halt for four hours in Tasmania
Metro drivers will halt services for four hours after voting to reject a two per cent pay offer. Drivers will hold a stop-work meeting at the Glenorchy bus terminal. The Mercury has the details.
Will the bus strike affect your day? Share your thoughts on our Facebook page.
Sisters raped in India
Three sisters, aged between six and 11, have been raped and murdered. The girls were missing for two days before their bodies were found in a well in western India. News.com.au has the full story.
Etna covered again
It’s the tallest active volcano in Europe and it has erupted for the first time in months. Mount Etna has been active for more than 300 years and made its presence felt overnight, spewing lava and molten rock in a magnificent light display. Read more on Ninemsn.com.au and watch the video below.
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