Aussie-led solar breakthrough slashes costs
An international research team led by Monash University has developed a world-first solar cell that replaces rare, expensive metals with cheap tin oxide to dramatically lower production costs.
New rules for AI as critics lash ‘energy vampires’
Australia will introduce laws to govern artificial intelligence and data centres in less than a year, but they can't come soon enough for some advocates.
Landmark deal secures future for electric freight
Woolworths is rolling out a landmark fleet of 148 electric delivery trucks across Australia in a major partnership with Zenobē to make suburban grocery deliveries cleaner and quieter.
‘Provocative act’: PM hits out at Chinese missile test
Anthony Albanese has criticised China's testing of nuclear-capable missiles in the Pacific, saying it destabilises the region.
‘Deal with it now’: Hanson urged to sack senator
One Nation Senator Malcolm Roberts should be sacked for boosting conspiracy theories and anti-Semitic tropes, his parliamentary rivals say.
How first-time homebuyers can save $8,500 in taxes
A little-known scheme allows first-time homebuyers to use their superannuation fund as a tax-advantaged method for saving for a deposit.
Queensland power prices tipped to rise under data centre plan
Queensland power bills could rise 14 per cent by 2035 if data centres are allowed to expand without being required to build their own renewable energy, a new report warns.
‘Quicksand of crime’: new youth bail law under fire
A state government's latest youth justice reform has come under fire, with critics saying it will ensure kids remain in the "quicksand of crime".
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.
Man who left stepdad to rot could be paroled in weeks
A man has been sentenced after leaving his stepfather to decompose in his bed for more than a year and lying to police and family about his wellbeing.
Apache Firepower Unleashed in Townsville
The Australian Army has achieved a historic milestone in North Queensland with the first successful live-firing of its new AH-64E Apache attack helicopters on local soil.
Mum cleared of two murders to wait on fraud charges
A woman cleared of killing two of her adult children with prescription drugs over a five-year period could still face prosecution on fraud charges.
‘Paid enormous price’: Olympics minister cleared
Queensland's Olympics minister has returned to his cabinet post after Australian Federal Police closed an investigation into his electoral enrolment.
School knife search powers ruled out after stabbings
Two stabbings in as many days have sparked safety fears but authorities insist a state's schools are safe, ruling out expanding search powers.
Antonelli tops Belgian F1 practice, Piastri battles
Kimi Antonelli topped the timesheets in second practice for the Belgian F1 Grand Prix ahead of Lando Norris, with Australia's Oscar Piastri sixth.
‘Not all roses and sunshine’: Manly’s reality check
Prop forward Taniela Paseka says Manly's mental focus has slipped during their recent losses, but feels the Sea Eagles are getting back on track.
Bad memories: Wallabies on alert for Italy clash
Australia have lost twice in a row to Italy, but the Wallabies are vowing to make amends in Perth in a bid to farewell coach Joe Schmidt in style.
Roosters coach takes aim at ‘laughable’ penalty
Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson was left shaking his head following a bizarre penalty in the win over Melbourne.
Pauline Hanson’s high-end summer Eurotrip draws heat
Brisbane Startup Fights Food Waste One Loaf at a Time
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Universities failed to be ‘trauma informed’ about Gaza
Universities have failed to properly care for staff and students affected by the war in Gaza, Australia's pre-eminent tertiary standards authority says.
Elderly man denies murdering AFL champ’s lost brother
A man in his 70s accused of killing the brother of an AFL legend more than a decade ago will face trial after declaring his innocence.
Olympic cyclist facing jail over driving breach
A top former cyclist has admitted driving while disqualified and faces jail for breaching a bond imposed over events leading up to the death of his wife.
Deal spares MS patients $33k annually in medicine costs
MS patients have avoided paying tens of thousands of dollars for treatment, with the government keeping key multiple sclerosis treatments on the PBS.
Liberals wave goodbye to controversial MP
The Victorian Liberals have voted to remove an MP as a candidate for the upcoming state election after she withdrew legal action against the party.
BHP port workers take action in historic Pilbara strike
‘End of an era’: 200 jobs lost, unique smelter shuts
Soaring meth abuse at work prompts warning to bosses