What we know today, Thursday February 10

Professional services firm PwC Australia has committed to employing an additional 1700 people in South Australia following the opening of a new Skilled Services Hub in Rundle Mall.

Liberal revolt removes discrimination against gay and transgender children

In a humiliating rebuff to Scott Morrison, a revolt by Liberal backbenchers has struck down the provisions of the sex discrimination act that allow discrimination against gay and transgender children.

Attorney-General Christian Porter and Prime Minister Scott Morrison should divide their contentious religious freedom draft Bill. Photo: AAP/Mick Tsikas

Splitting the Bill: How the feds could cut through division on religious freedom

The Federal Government’s proposed approach to enshrining religious freedom in law has so far been divisive, but there is a way forward which should produce better policy, writes UniSA law lecturer Sarah Moulds.

Christian lobby raises quick $500,000 for Folau after GoFundMe ban

A fresh fundraising effort for Israel Folau has already amassed more than half a million dollars, just hours after it’s launch by the Australian Christian Lobby.

GoFundMe shuts down Folau page, will refund donors

Israel Folau’s online campaign to raise money for his legal fight against Rugby Australia has been shut down.

Coalition promises laws to protect religious freedom

Prime Minister Scott Morrison says Australia needs a dedicated new law that makes religious discrimination illegal, in order to protect freedom.