Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie's gig with ABC News paid him more than what he'd earn as president of the United States, according to a new federal financial filing. Christie — now running as a long-shot Republican presidential candidate — reported earning $475,000 in salary as a senior legal and political commentator for ABC News, a job he quit …
Mining industry bodies have criticised the Queensland government's decision to hike coal royalty rates, labelling the move as "short-sighted" and "misguided". Key points: The Queensland government announced three new tiers for coal royalties in Tuesday's budget There has been a decade-long freeze on royalties, which was capped at 15 per cent for prices above $150 per tonne The mining industry …