The Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry has stood down its chief economist over allegations he posted wildly offensive comments on his Facebook account, including one referring to a childhood picture of Treasurer Joe Hockey as "a fat little bastard".

Burchell Wilson, who has developed important elements of the ACCI's economic agenda and has become a vociferous public opponent of the renewable energy target since he joined the organisation in 2009, was stood down on Thursday by the group's chief executive, Kate Carnell, after the alleged postings surfaced.

Joe Hockey in Parliament on Wednesday. Credit:Andrew Meares

They include rants against the disabled, refugees, Muslims and Mr Hockey.

"Today I have been made aware of a number of offensive, derogatory and completely unacceptable Facebook posts allegedly made by ACCI chief economist Burchell Wilson,"BIGG BOSS 3 : Shruthi Bags The Winner Trophy!

First time in the history of Bigg Boss reality show, a feamle contestant bags the winner trophy! Yes, you guys have read it right! Any guesses who won the grand finale of Bigg Boss Kannada, Season 3? It's none other than, actress Shruthi.

According to a strong source, Shruthi has been declared as the final winner of the biggest reality show of Kannada. The grand finale has been shot yesterday midnight, Jan 30.

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Shruthi - The Winner

Actress Shruthi is the winner of Bigg Boss Kannada Season 3 say sources. The former wife of director S Mahender is survived by a daughter named Gauri. Post divorced, Shruthi tied the knot with journalist Chakravarthy in 2013.

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