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.
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.
‘No woman deserves this’: man charged with murder
A woman who died from gunshot wounds in an alleged domestic violence murder was "a beautiful young mother" who leaves behind a two-year-old son.
Internet dark corners led teen on path to terror trial
A jury was shown extensive text messages, memes and web searches that led to a fresh-faced teen boy facing trial accused of planning terrorist bomb attacks.
‘Zero tolerance’ in crackdown on drug, drink driving
The Queensland government has announced tougher penalties for high-risk, dangerous, drink and drug driving, including for medical cannabis users.
Sam Kerr locks in long-term deal with new club
Matildas captain Sam Kerr is ready to begin life after Chelsea, having signed a contract with a new club that will run well beyond next year's World Cup.
First Aussie tumbles at Wimbledon after physical woes
Sydneysider Aleksandar Vukic, the first of the 13 Australians in action at Wimbledon, has bowed out after struggling with a quad issue.
‘Wasn’t a good thing’: coaches lament AFL howlers
Another disallowed goal after the siren, and a behind that wasn't, have prompted more commentary around the AFL and how the game is run.
Broncos winger dropped after string of driving offences
Brisbane young gun Josiah Karapani has been charged with drink-driving and will miss the NRL team's clash with Cronulla on Saturday night.
Struggle to pay attention? How to tweak your life to help you focus
Winter 2026: first came the rain, then came the memes
Fans kick on after teen arrested at Socceroos live site
Out of juice: theatre on tiny margins as costs soar
Demons apologise to May’s partner over privacy breaches
Melbourne have apologised to Sachi Dade, the partner of former Demons player Steven May, after she mounted legal action alleging three privacy breaches.
Mother offers forgiveness, hope to her son’s killers
A heartbroken mother does not hold any anger towards the men who shot dead her son during a bungled home invasion.
Corruption claims mount as premier rejects inquiry call
A state premier is facing mounting pressure to call a royal commission into claims of corruption, nepotism and organised crime links on government projects.
State urged to pump the brakes on electric car charge
Health and transport experts are urging a state government to slow its plans for an electric vehicle tax and wait for a national approach.
Liberal MP ‘misunderstood’ headlock meaning, not sorry
A state Liberal MP says she misunderstood the meaning of a headlock when she complained to police that a colleague had assaulted her.
Home price data another window into tax change fallout