Queensland’s energy transition welcomed
Long-term energy targets have been welcomed as the Queensland government announced the modernisation of it's energy sector in a 10-year plan.
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Distressed Clarkson fears for fair process
Alastair Clarkson has hinted he might take legal action to protect his reputation if the investigation into racism allegations levelled against him aren't just.
Push to strip nuclear power ban after subs
Nationals senator Matt Canavan is pushing to overturn a ban on nuclear energy in Australia saying the industry needed time to grow before an energy crisis hits.
Qld Reds to trial rugby rule refinements
Queensland Reds are to spearhead the potential introduction of fine-tuned rugby laws, in an effort to speed up the game and facilitate more ball-in-play.
Second-phase Eels key for NRL showpiece
Parramatta's ability to present second-phase opportunities and keep their offload game going at record rates could be crucial in the NRL grand final.
Laboratory failures miss crucial evidence
Frustration among Queensland police at the state-run forensics lab has been aired at an inquiry into delays and ineffective DNA testing by the facility.
Chipper death made to ‘look like accident’
Bruce Saunders' legs were left exposed after his body was fed into a woodchipper so it would look more like an accident, a court has heard.
Sattler: 2003 tackle has lessons for today
Penrith's 2003 grand final hero Scott Sattler says the Panthers are masters at winning the little battles, as he did with his famous game-changing tackle.
Edwards could be Penrith’s all-time No.1
Dylan Edwards has never been one to talk himself up, but others can make the case for him to be anointed as Penrith's finest ever NRL fullback.
Brother’s death won’t deter boxer Johnson
Cherneka Johnson's preparation for her world super bantamweight title defence was rocked by her brother's death but the Brisbane boxer says she will be ready.
Money mule jailed over identity theft scam
A man has been jailed over his involvement in a syndicate laundering millions of dollars through businesses after using stolen identities to set up accounts.
Queensland water supplier to back-pay staff
Seqwater, who supply water to more than three million people, will back-pay staff $7 million after an investigation by the Fair Work Ombudsman.
Anti-corruption bill hits parliament
Federal government laws to set up a national anti-corruption commission have been introduced to parliament, sparking new debate over its scope and powers.
Ukraine conflict in Cleary’s thoughts
Nathan Cleary has detailed how he has played this NRL season with one eye on the conflict in Ukraine, desperate to find out more about his roots to the country.
Training ring-in Sivo could haunt Penrith
Maika Sivo will be trying to help Parramatta to a drought-breaking premiership in the NRL grand final, but the winger has Penrith to thank for his NRL career.
Arrest over cocaine diver’s death in NSW
A man has been charged with manslaughter and people smuggling after the death of diver who was found in the water at Newcastle near bricks of cocaine.
Controversial cashless welfare card dumped
People in some remote communities will be able to transition off the cashless welfare card from next week after the government's repeal bill passed parliament.
Geelong AFL captain Selwood retires
Days after claiming his fourth AFL premiership, Geelong captain Joel Selwood has brought his brilliant career to a close.
Opals beat Japan, finish top of WC pool
The Opals have recorded a 71-54 win over Japan to finish top of Group B at the World Cup and avoid the prospect of meeting the USA before the tournament final.
Cashless welfare cards bound for scrapheap
Thousands of welfare recipients living in remote communities will soon be freed from cashless debit cards after laws to abandon the program cleared the Senate.
Leniu relief after deja vu had him see red
Penrith prop Spencer Leniu has revealed how he feared he would miss another chance to play an NRL grand final in Sydney after being hit high by Taane Milne.
Optus should pay for passports: PM
Anthony Albanese has demanded Optus pay for compromised passports following the massive hack which stole the details of almost 10 million Australians.
NT cops lawyer up after inquest evidence
Northern Territory police officers are hiring lawyers after a senior officer's damning evidence at an inquest into an Indigenous teenager's shooting death.
Caddick husband’s evidence halted for day
The husband of fraudster Melissa Caddick was too distressed to continue giving evidence at her inquest, the NSW Coroners Court has been told.
Budget recovering but no surplus in sight
The federal government recorded a better-than-expected $32 billion budget deficit, but the treasurer warns the budget is unlikely to return to surplus soon.
Queensland bets on pumped hydro and eyes an end to publicly-owned coal
The "largest pumped hydro storage in the world" is at the heart of an energy plan where Queensland will legislate a renewable energy target of 80 pct by 2035.
Russia prepares to annex occupied Ukraine
Following referendums that reportedly endorsed Moscow's rule, Russia is poised to formally annex areas of Ukraine where it has military control.
Murder charge after Brisbane body find
Police investigating the discovery of a man's body at a share accommodation home in Brisbane's northeast have charged a man with murder.
Parramatta declare Cleary pressure crucial
Parramatta are desperate to find ways to pile pressure on master-kicker Nathan Cleary in the NRL grand final.
Edwards, Hynes lead chase for Dally M
Penrith fullback Dylan Edwards and Cronulla playmaker Nicho Hynes loom as strong contenders for the Dally M Medal on Wednesday night.
NSW has new plan to attract top teachers
NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet has an ambitious plan to attract high achievers to work as NSW public school teachers to address a chronic staffing shortage.