A tax exemption for electric vehicles could put another 1.5 million on Australian roads if it is extended to 2035, modelling shows, and cut carbon emissions.
As Australia finds itself transitioning to renewables, those in remote communities are finding ways to lead the charge toward clean energy on Country.
Almost one in every three NBN users will see their internet speed rise in the coming days but experts are warning consumers to check their hardware.
Rumours the federal government is introducing new laws targeting mature drivers including a night time curfew have been exposed as AI-generated nonsense.
A landlord who lost his temper after long running disputes and attacked his tenant at an industrial complex has been jailed for manslaughter.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has now had four "really warm" conversations with Donald Trump as the US president praised him for being a "good man".
Abolishing "terrible" stamp duty would help arrest the loss of affordable homes, with lower-end properties growing in price faster than the rest of the market.
Two of the four big banks have slashed thousands of jobs within days, with one creating roles offshore it insists will benefit customers.
It is the most expensive and vital element of an electric vehicle and more companies are offering to test it to rev up the used car market.
Australia's sovereign wealth fund has delivered a strong result for financial year 2025, despite significant global economic turmoil.
Australia could squander the opportunity to export green iron to the world if it does not pursue renewable hydrogen for its production, analysts say.
A shake up of Australia's environment laws is being considered, which will determine where developments can be built and where they should be blocked.
As Anthony Albanese ties the clean energy transition to economic growth in a major speech, the business lobby is urging a streamlined project approvals process.
The Gee Whiz ice-cream van is a popular stop for perspiring punters at Birdsville, part of one man's mission to bring happiness after the death of his wife.
Offshore wind technology could give Australia's renewable energy a significant boost but projects are facing headwinds, both locally and abroad.
A state government may make a U-turn and revive a controversial road rule that lets motorists turn left at a red traffic light.
An Uber driver is fighting for her life after being stabbed and left for dead, with a 16-year-old boy criminally charged over the attack.
Hybrid and electric vehicles are closing the gap on their petrol and diesel equivalents in Australia but the race remains slow and steady.
A superannuation giant with millions of Australian members is calling for law changes to enable people to move more easily between work and retirement.
The ABC has rallied against a proposed $350,000 penalty for illegally firing a journalist, arguing the decision arose from a "single inadvertent mistake".
Police have revealed the wife of fugitive Dezi Freeman was present when he allegedly executed two officers in cold blood.
Australia's economy surpassed expectations in the last financial year, taking some urgency out of the Reserve Bank's plans to cut interest rates.
A clarion call to urgently protect vulnerable children and teenagers from online sexual abuse has been issued as the use of AI-powered platforms proliferates.
Drought has not stopped forecasters from predicting record agriculture, fisheries and forestry production, with the value set to surpass $100 billion.
Commuter chaos is on the cards at the Brisbane Olympics, a transport expert says, after government plans for a light rail project were scrapped.
Home values have grown at the fastest rate in 15 months as the mismatch between supply and demand continues driving up prices.
Australia's weak private sector could dampen the nation's economic recovery and cause GDP growth to undershoot the Reserve Bank's forecasts.
Australians are posting letters at dwindling rates not seen in almost a century, as Australia Post's boss says the days of snail mail are numbered.
Uncertainty continues to swirl around Star Entertainment Group's future after the struggling casino operator posted another significant full-year loss.
Australian businesses are adopting artificial intelligence technology but a lack of skilled workers and clear guidelines is holding others back.
A housing minister says it was a mistake not to promote a major social housing initiative as a significant economic stimulus package.
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