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Live: NSW Now: Transport union says Qantas apology does nothing to fix underlying aviation problems
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MORNING BRIEFING: The transport union calls for an independent body to make decisions about aviation in the public interest following the Qantas CEO's apology and incentive offers.

The Transport Workers Union is calling on Qantas CEO Alan Joyce to resign following an apology sent to customers.

TWU national secretary Michael Kaine said the apology was a stunt that would not resolve the underlying issues."No, what's needed is Alan Joyce to resign and for the federal government to put in place a safe and secure skies commission and an independent body that can make decisions in aviation in the publics interest."The Treasurer will be asked about John Barilaro's appointment to the US trade role.

Attorney General Mark Speakman will also front the hearings today and is expected to be grilled over the government's delayed response to the ice inquiry.A police officer employed in Sydney's south-west has been charged following an investigation into alleged domestic violence offences. Experts across the livestock sector are meeting to discuss how New South Wales can combat the growing number of threats to the industry.

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