Fortescue Chief Says Trump Has Done More for Climate Agenda Than Anyone in a Century
In an unexpected twist for the mining sector, Fortescue says US President Donald Trump’s recent geopolitical actions have done more to progress the climate agenda than anyone in the last century.
Queensland Secures Key Role in National Energy Storage Initiative
Queensland has secured a major role in a new national energy storage initiative, with several large-scale battery projects set to be built across the state. This is practical infrastructure investment: strengthening the grid, improving reliability, and helping Queensland households and businesses access a more secure energy system.
Government Under Fire As Overcrowded Watch Houses Reach Breaking Point
Despite multi-million dollar funding promises, Queensland's watch house crisis continues to deepen. Hundreds of individuals, including young children, are still being trapped in adult holding cells meant only for short-term stays.
Are you getting really angry online? Why ‘Angertainment’ is our Must-Read Book of 2026
If you've spent any time online recently and felt an unexplainable knot of frustration tighten in your stomach, you are not alone—and you are exactly who needs to read Ed Coper’s groundbreaking new book, Angertainment: How Social Media Outrage Ruined Everything.
Hanson slides in the polls after voter ‘reality check’
Latest polls showing a drop in support for One Nation and leader Pauline Hanson has been attributed to a change in mood among voters.
‘Broad church’: teal party considering election tilts
Two high-profile independents are joining forces to set up a new political party in the hopes of running candidates in federal and state elections .
Outback powerhouse: regions could solve Aussie AI issue
Data centres could address two challenges with a move into regional Australia: soaking up renewable energy and creating tech jobs.
Fears for poultry as second bird flu case sparks action
The poultry industry and authorities are preparing for the possible spread of a deadly avian flu strain and the impact it could have on egg and chicken prices.
Premier threatens to name and shame energy retailers
Cost-of-living rhetoric is ramping up ahead of a state budget as leaders deliver warnings to energy companies.
Tip-offs spark second inquest for missing hitchhiker
Two men will be called to give evidence in a second inquest probing the suspected death of a mother who went missing while hitchhiking almost 30 year ago.
Man told cops he could not breathe during fatal arrest
A man died while unsupervised on a short trip to a police station in the back of a van after telling officers to take off his handcuffs.
‘Political disturbance’: grandma on hate speech charge
A Gaza flotilla member has been charged with using a banned phrase after protesters gathered outside a court to support pro-Palestine activists.
Lehrmann denied Higgins footage from #MeToo documentary
The producers of a documentary starring Brittany Higgins said their film will not affect former political staffer Bruce Lehrmann's trial for alleged rape.
‘Challenging’: Man accused of baby’s murder, torture
A four-month-old boy was allegedly the victim of shaken baby syndrome in 2024, leading to a 22-year-old man being charged with torture and murder.
Luai blow for Tigers as Broncos injury crisis laid bare
PNG Chiefs-bound Jarome Luai has suffered another setback in his hopes of sparking life into Wests Tigers' NRL season.
‘Inaccurate’: Anderson says Suns aligned despite slump
Gold Coast will take a five-game losing streak into Saturday's big home game against Collingwood, but a star Sun remains bullish about his team's prospects.
‘Pressure on us’: how Maroons maestro attacks deciders
Queensland captain Cameron Munster is determined to extend his perfect record in Suncorp Stadium deciders, but knows this year will bring a different challenge.
‘Playing for more’: Wallabies set for new Championship
A Wallabies star has been left battered and bruised following an intense training session ahead of their inaugural Nations Championship Test in Sydney.
Liberals push for ‘discipline’ after party rebrand call
The Liberal Party's leaders are urging members to stay on target following a frontbencher's call for an overhaul as parliament nears its winter break.
Rex misled with sky-high claims before $31.7m crash
A cash-strapped carrier which boasted it would deliver profits before turning a large loss has had another setback with a judge finding it misled the market.
Fried chicken fix spices up job creation, opening hours
Australia's KFC operator is close to finishing offloading its Taco Bell chain to focus on fried chicken, with the promise of more jobs for young people.
Search for ‘Scorpio’ as political violence fears rise
Police are investigating more than 100 menacing letters from someone calling themself "Scorpio" as an expert warns of the rising risk of political violence.
Alleged anti-Israel nurse ‘happy’ as drug charge binned
A nurse accused of making anti-Semitic remarks to an Israeli influencer has celebrated after an allegation that he possessed a vial of morphine was dismissed.
Rex misled with sky-high claims before $31.7m crash
Fried chicken fix spices up job creation, opening hours
Fuel pinch arrives sooner for some as discount halved