Disinformation and deepfakes played a part in the US election. Australia should expect the same
As America takes stock after Donald Trump’s re-election to the presidency, it’s worth highlighting the AI-generated fake photos, videos and audio shared during the campaign. If left unchallenged, political deep fake videos could have profound impacts on Australian elections.
Data analyst named Queensland Australian of the Year
Geoffrey Smith believed in employees who were long overlooked. Now he's Queensland's 2025 Australian of the year.
Electric cars could keep lights on in Australian homes
The batteries inside electric cars could be used to power households in Australia before the end of the year after the release of technological standards.
Nuclear waste could add billions to energy supply costs
The time needed to build nuclear reactors and the cost of safely storing radioactive waste remain big questions for Australia, an inquiry has been told.
Town struck by flash flooding after sudden deluge
A regional Queensland town has been struck by flash flooding after nearly 100mm of rain came down in an hour, testing local drains.
Solar battery surge expected for plugged-in households
More Aussie households are expected to investigate solar batteries as a way to save on the cost of power rather than the cost to the environment, a bank says.
Donald Trump elected US president in stunning comeback
Donald Trump has recaptured the White House after a divisive US election campaign as he vows to reshape the executive branch and prioritise personal loyalty.
Premier plays musical chairs with prized cabinet spots
Premier David Crisafulli has unveiled the Liberal National Party's first Queensland cabinet in almost a decade, revealing major frontbench changes.
Premier promises to release secret corruption reports
The votes are still being tallied but Queensland's newly-sworn in premier is already making big moves, vowing to release secret corruption reports.
Twin babies’ 2021 deaths ‘suspicious’, police say
New information provided to authorities has raised suspicions about the deaths of twin baby boys three years after their bodies were found in north Queensland.
Anti-vaccine doctor wins bid to resume medical practice
A doctor who protested against COVID-19 vaccination on a city street, on social media and at a health conference has won the right to resume medical practice.
Theatre boss to stand trial on sex offences charges
A large theatre group's former boss had some child sex offence charges dismissed but will still face trial on 48 offences allegedly committed over 19 years.
‘Treat us like humans’: rise in out-of-home care kids
A report has called for urgent change after finding one state has up to four times as many children in residential care than others.
Lawyer jailed for fraud wins appeal over ‘unfair’ trial
A high-profile lawyer will face a new trial over allegations he took undocumented cash payments to hide his income from the tax office and bankruptcy creditors.
Connor McKinney hits first 59 in Australia for 20 years
West Australian Connor McKinney has carded the first 59 in Australian professional golf in almost two decades at the Challenger PGA Tour's Gippsland Super 6.
India told to address first-innings woes with the bat
India's batters have been told they must find a way to post a big total against Australia in Brisbane, after a run of poor scores in their first innings.
Inglis set to miss BBL opener but Finn ready to fly
The Perth Scorchers are sweating on the availability of a host of players heading into their season-opening clash with the Melbourne Stars on Sunday.
Johnson targets Test cricket after new Heat BBL deal
Left-arm Brisbane Heat quick Spencer Johnson has played ODI and T20 cricket for Australia, and wants to follow in Mitchell Starc's footsteps in Test cricket.
Meteor shower set to dazzle stargazers across country
One of the biggest annual meteor showers is set to light up skies across the country and dazzle stargazers.
Alfa sprouts a surprise with sporty little SUV
The Alfa Romeo romance continues in the Italian maker's latest Aussie release - but it's not quite what was expected.
Striking Qantas engineers look to crash Christmas party
Engineers at Australia's largest airline have targeted the peak summer travel period with industrial action, escalating an eight-month dispute over a pay deal.
Westpac shareholders question bank’s climate plan
Westpac shareholder activists have questioned bank executives about how its climate change policies will be applied.
Brushes with death in the bush as digital gap persists
Towns have been left without power and mobile service during major disasters, with an independent review urging the government to bolster rural connectivity.