Court backs $2.7 million payout to couple hit by fraud
A couple who lost their newly purchased home are "incredibly relieved" to again be able to claim $2.7 million in damages from the Queensland government.
Economy, Business and Finance
PwC executives accused of ‘thumbing nose at parliament’
The head of embattled consulting firm PwC has come under fire for not providing details of a key report into the organisation's conduct.
Aust shares market end higher on solid company earnings
The local share market has finished up 0.3 per cent, after better-than-expected earnings from AGL, Transurban, Mirvac, News Corp and Cochlear.
Farmers in far north Qld face long road to recovery
The Albanese government announced $91.8 million in funding for disaster resilience support in the region but it won't help those affected by recent cyclones.
‘They’ll never change’: PM goes on attack over tax cuts
Anthony Albanese has launched a full-throated attack against the coalition after it loudly complained and then quickly capitulated over changes to tax cuts.
Transurban half-year earnings up 7.5pct to $1.3b
Toll road operator Transurban says it had growth in all the markets it operates during the six months to December 31.
AGL Energy back in the black, but sights set on green
AGL Energy insists there is a "very, very competitive" market after bouncing back into profit and reserving billions of dollars to replace coal-fired power.
Optus outage drives spike in telco customer complaints
The latest watchdog data shows an increase in complaints about telco services, coinciding with an Optus outage that lasted up to 14 hours for some customers.
Woodside, Santos end talks on possible $80b LNG merger
Woodside has ended talks with Santos on a potential merger between Australia's top two oil and gas companies following "an initial exchange of information".
Price gouging is everywhere, on everything, all at once
Leading economist Allan Fels says a lack of competition and exploitative practices are just a few reasons why Australia needs to look more closely at prices.
Woodside says talks over with Santos over $80b merger
Woodside has ended discussions with Santos on a potential merger between Australia's top two oil and gas companies.
Cash remains king after Katter forces cafe to take $50
Lunch is tasty but victory is sweeter for Queensland MP Bob Katter who forced federal parliament's cafe staff to backflip and accept cash.
Workers set to get right to ignore bosses after hours
Ignoring work calls and emails after hours could soon become the new normal as political momentum builds for the 'right to disconnect'.
Thrifty December cures sales-fuelled debt hangover
Many shoppers racked up credit card bills during the November sales but the damage could have been worse given acute financial pressures.
Coalition ‘cannot be taken seriously’ on tax, PM claims
The prime minister says the federal opposition cannot be taken seriously after agreeing to back in stage three tax cut changes following earlier criticism.
Palmer loses appeals in resort, election fraud cases
Queensland's Court of Appeal has dismissed applications by Clive Palmer and his Coolum resort relating to charges before Brisbane Magistrates Court.
Aussie motorists show a big preference for big cars
SUVs and utes dominated new car sales in January, according to a new report, dwarfing passenger and electric vehicle sales.
‘Nothing’s in, nothing’s out’: RBA keeps options open
The Reserve Bank kept interest rates on hold this month but needs to be convinced it's done enough on inflation before considering cuts to the key cash rate.
Concerns stranded livestock could still go to Israel
Animal activists are concerned an exporter may re-apply to ship thousands of stranded sheep and cattle to the Middle East after an earlier attempt failed.
agriculture
economy, business and finance
livestock farming
transport
waterway and maritime transport
Live export ship blocked from sailing to Israel
The federal government has rejected an application to send a stranded live export ship with thousands of sheep and cattle on board back to the Middle East.
Solar battery faces compulsory recall after house fires
Australia's consumer watchdog is weighing up whether to issue a compulsory recall for an LG solar battery after 13 fires, including one that destroyed a house.
Almost two in three voters back tax changes, poll shows
Almost two in three voters back changes to tax cuts, but the ongoing debate hasn't made much difference to the popularity contest between the two major parties.
Farmers cashing in on renewable energy opportunities
Farmers are making good money from renewable energy projects located on their properties, with some saying the new income stream has saved the family farm.
Sydney ‘airport city’ decades away with planning delays
The long-awaited master plan Sydney's newest city has been released, but industry groups and others are frustrated by the slow pace of progress.
‘We’ll see’: Albanese throws down gauntlet on tax cuts
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is putting pressure on the coalition to back Labor's stage 3 tax cut changes, as federal parliament returns for the new year.
automotive equipment
energy
environmental issue
environmental politics
environmental pollution
petrol
politics
renewable energy
road transport
transport
Choice at the heart of new fuel standards for motorists
Giving motorists more options for cheaper cars is at the heart of proposed fuel efficiency standards, the federal government says.
Meta reveals plans to launch AI services in Australia
The firm behind Facebook has bold ambitions for artificial intelligence, with Mark Zuckerberg announcing plans to create the world's most popular AI services.
Aust shares surge after big tech beats boost sentiment
The domestic bourse has hit a fresh all-time high after Amazon, Meta, and Apple all exceeded earnings expectations, raising investor risk appetite.
Dutton signals support for Labor’s changes to tax cuts
Australians in need of greater assistance are soon expected to get some relief, with signs the coalition is unlikely to oppose reworked tax cuts.
Store shelves will replenish as port dispute resolves
With DP World's bargaining dispute at an end, deliveries and supermarket stock could soon return to normal but one expert warns this could be short lived.
Home lending sinks but a stronger 2024 on the horizon
New home loan activity has dipped after a promising few months but improving economic conditions should pave the way for a better 2024.