Renovation nation: Aussies plan $85b in energy upgrades
Spending on home energy upgrades such as insulation and solar panels is on the rise but renters and younger households may be left behind.
Batteries Now Make More Sense Than Ever for Qld Homes
Your roof makes cheap power at midday. Your home needs it at dinner time. A battery connects the two, and a smart one does it without you lifting a finger, helping you maximise savings.
Innovative tech funded to deliver energy transition
Australian energy companies have received federal funding to address complex problems associated with the energy transition.
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.
Australian tech giant taps into community solar farm
One of Australia's largest technology companies has signed a decade-long deal with a community-owned solar farm to help power a landmark building.
Stunning AFL grand final breaks TV viewing records
Brisbane's epic AFL grand final comeback triumph over Fremantle was also a big win for the Seven Network and the league, with record viewing numbers.
Warning Medicare breach is no excuse to burn AI bridges
Labor has been warned Australia's cyber safety is more at risk if it targets an AI company that unknowingly hacked a government website.
‘Ashamed’: coalition cops blast for social media stance
The coalition's rivals are accusing it of prioritising political gain over laws that would protect Australian children on social media.
Electric car surge strains Australia’s charging network
Motorists are adopting electric vehicles in record numbers but the nation's public charging is struggling to keep pace with demand.
Going out with a bash: remote music festival calls time
Rising costs, wild weather and complex logistics have spelled the end of an outback music festival, which had become an annual pilgrimage for many Australians.
‘Like a zombie movie’: worker relives attack on digger
A witness has described masked union members as "like something out of a zombie movie" in a long-running inquiry that has heard evidence of a wild brawl.
Mother cleared of killing son and daughter admits fraud
A woman once accused of killing her two adult children, including one with a drug-laced smoothie, has been sentenced for fraudulently accepting welfare.
‘Gobsmacked’: emblem response thrills 2032 Games boss
A largely positive response to the leaked 2032 Brisbane Games emblem has thrilled organisers as they sweat on the Olympic sport program being finalised.
Reality TV star behind bars, stood down over DV charges
Fitness influencer and former reality TV star Sam Wood will remain behind bars after being charged with domestic violence offences, including strangulation.
Why this year is different for Wallabies: Slack
Andrew Slack, the last man to captain a winning Wallabies team at Eden Park, is more optimistic than usual as the side prepares to play again in Auckland.
Fairytale Maddinson return close with Green injury blow
Nic Maddinson is a chance to play the first Test against South Africa, with coach Andrew McDonald insistent selectors have long viewed him as a genuine option.
De Minaur injury fears after Beijing final heartbreak
Australian Alex de Minaur has been shattered by his China Open final injury retirement against Novak Djokovic that leaves a huge question mark over his season.
Green to miss first Test, may not bowl in SA series
Cameron Green has failed to overcome an abdominal injury in time for the first Test against South Africa in Durban, leaving Nic Maddinson closer to a return.
‘So lucky’: Kylie lights up rain-soaked AFL grand final
Wharfies make way to the MCG, whatever the price
‘Not possible to know’ if lottery pact was best deal
Politics hits a high note as MPs join pub choir
Electric vehicles surge ahead as petrol car sales stall
Diesel and petrol-powered vehicle sales are slowing as figures show more Australians are getting behind electric and hybrid cars.
Population growth not stopping ‘recession-like’ economy
Australia has mistaken a larger economy for one which is more prosperous, prioritising population over productivity growth, a Deloitte economist says.
Day of mourning as Australia remembers October 7 attack
Australian Jewish groups are marking the third anniversary of the Hamas October 7 attack on Israel nearly a year after the Bondi beach terror attack.
Tech companies fight to convince Aussies of benefits
Data centre firms are pushing for greater domestic investment which they say is vital for Australia's economy but convincing communities remains a challenge.
Business sector blasts coalition’s migration policy
An overhaul of Australia's migration policy proposed by the coalition has received a mixed reaction, with some sectors saying it fails to meet workforce needs.
Population growth not stopping ‘recession-like’ economy
Businesses cry out for help to fight off AI cyber risk
Besieged nation warns COP31 can’t be climate talkfest
Inside billionaire’s bargain waterfront arena lease
Climate change raises major disease risks for Australia