National recycling pilot to stop solar energy eclipse
A national trial will recycle solar panels at the end of their working lives to extract valuable metals and boost Australia's circular economy.
Economy, Business and Finance
Holiday-home perks under spotlight in ATO clampdown
The tax office is planning to clamp down on holiday home tax deductions, as proposed new rules clarify the criteria for which home owners can claim expenses.
Fish eaters pay more for fillets as ban guts supply
Some of Australia's keenest seafood consumers will pay up to 40 per cent more for table fish as controversial commercial restrictions create supply issues.
Indigenous community hatches native prawn plan
The giant freshwater prawn has been a tasty meal for multiple generations but a new First Nations aquaculture project aims to share it with the country.
Complacency risk for economy as tariff wars re-emerge
A deterioration in the job market could spare Australian borrowers interest rate hikes in 2026, an economist says.
Aussies are using AI at home but want rules at work
Most workers in fields such as finance, technology and law are using artificial intelligence at home but want changes to make it safer to use on the job.
Rates hike still on the table despite softer inflation
A sharper-than-expected fall in inflation will encourage the Reserve Bank of Australia, but underlying price growth remains too hot for comfort.
Home approvals surge but affordability still an issue
Rent has soared to a median of $817 a week in Australia's most expensive city as a lack of supply stretches affordability to the limits around the nation.
AI continues to disrupt your career prospects
Artificial intelligence is expected to transform employment even more in 2026, both in specialised roles and as an added skill in others.
BlueScope rejects ‘opportunistic’ $13.2b takeover bid
Australia's biggest steelmaker has knocked back a $13.2 billion takeover offer, saying it "very significantly undervalued" the company.
RBA official’s advice to borrowers over inflation data
Mortgage holders have been warned not to expect relief anytime soon with the latest inflation figures unlikely to significantly influence the RBA's thinking.
Few claims coming for Qld floods, as Katter wants dams
Insurers are yet to see a deluge of claims from the northwest Queensland floods, reflecting the predicament of under-insured farmers and producers.
Livestock flood losses set to triple as cyclone looms
Graziers are bracing for more heavy stock losses from flooding that has left communities isolated as a potential tropical cyclone looms.
Cheaper houses have lift-off as guarantee takes effect
A five per cent deposit guarantee is helping first homebuyers into the market, but ensuring they pay more for the privilege.
Aussie stock market steady as miners run out of steam
Red-hot mining stocks have eased after a recent rally as other sectors catch up, helping the bourse to a modest advance by noon despite ongoing uncertainty.
Greenland opposition leader backs direct talks with US
The head of the opposition Naleraq party has urged direct talks between US officials and representatives of Greenland, without Danish involvement.
Flood-hit region braces for devastating cyclonic deluge
As a sodden region prepares for the arrival of a tropical cyclone, flood-ravaged graziers are bracing for the deluge to come as they count stock losses.
Mega miner merger would knock BHP off world No.1 perch
One of Australia's biggest commodity companies is considering a $300 billion takeover pitch to form the world's largest mining group.
Residents hunker down as cyclone heads for coast
Tropical Cyclone Koji has formed and is threatening to barrel through a region already reeling from heavy flooding.
US Supreme Court could rule on Trump tariffs next week
A US Supreme Court ruling in a major case testing the legality of President Donald Trump's global tariffs could be announced on Wednesday.
Tragedy as body found with fires burning out of control
A person has died as bushfires tear through a state, with authorities warning it is expected to take weeks to get them under control.
Hopes Black Friday could sustain spending growth
After a stronger than expected month for consumer spending, pre-Christmas sales could see that trend continue.
Cyclone leaves trail of damage as floods isolate towns
Residents of isolated communities might be cut off for months, with roads and water supplies damaged by heavy rain left behind by ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji.
Oasis tour tunes up economy but clouds rate cut hopes
Britpop giant Oasis and Black Friday bargains have helped bring Australia's economy back in tune, adding to the case against Reserve Bank rate cuts.
Australia Post rival shuts operations without warning
A Sydney-based delivery firm that promised to undercut Australia Post has abruptly stopped taking bookings, causing alarm for businesses.
Australian shares gain ground in mixed trading session
The ASX200 finished up half a per cent, with goldminers gaining as the metal surged to a new record, while insurance companies fell amid bushfires in Victoria.
Rate hike ‘risks hurting’ fragile consumer sentiment
A fresh survey of Australian consumer sentiment doesn't make for encouraging reading as the central bank weighs lifting the cash rate at its next meeting.
Aussie shares edge up with oil in focus after Venezuela
Raw materials and energy stocks are supporting the local bourse, but most other sectors are in the red as the shaky start to the new year continues.
Massive cattle deaths feared from Queensland flooding
Australia's biggest listed cattle group is trying to assess livestock deaths at three pastoral stations in northwest Queensland that were hit by flooding.
Global minimum tax deal update backed by 145 countries
A 15 per cent global minimum tax framework has been kept as countries approved an update that allows carve-outs for some US companies.
Novel car brands tipped to accelerate Aussie market
From Forthing to Farizon, consumers can expect plenty of fresh brand names in the local automotive market, with growth expected to almost double in a decade.