Main stories in today's 2GB 1300 News

AAP General News (Australia)
08-16-2006
Main stories in today's 2GB 1300 News

SYDNEY, Aug 16 AAP - Main stories in today's 2GB 1300 News:

- NSW Premier Morris Iemma refuses to stand down energy minister Joe Tripodi, while
his involvement in a company that sold government land is being investigated.

- NSW Road Transport Authority is told to stop building new roads and start fixing old ones.

- A state and territory scheme to cut greenhouse gases could be put in place despite
a lack of support from the commonwealth.

- A Sydney court hears a man accused of importing cocaine was concerned about publicity
surrounding Schapelle Corby's drugs charges.

- Stem cell research debate is likely to continue, after confirmation from the Prime
Minister that a conscience vote will be allowed.

- Newcastle skipper Andrew Johns will meet with his legal team to organise his defence
ahead of tonight's NRL judiciary hearing.

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