Local grains feed the world from new plant
Aussie grains could feed the world in new products as consumers and food companies look for safe, affordable and low-emission alternatives to animal proteins.
economy, business and finance
Government takes aim at high payment fees
The federal government and the central bank want to foster competition in payment technologies to help drive down the cost of transactions.
Price relief before profits, says Bowen
Chris Bowen has responded to criticism from gas companies that the government's energy relief measures would only make the situation worse.
Algae mimics blood for meaty burger choice
An Aussie algae-based red pigment is taking on bloody alternatives to grow a more sustainable food supply, with emission reduction properties also on the menu.
Morrison sought foreign investment powers
Documents have been released showing former prime minister Scott Morrison sought to be sworn in as treasurer to hold foreign investment review powers.
Businesses forced to show emissions action
The treasurer says Australia could miss out if it doesn't act fast to improve the conditions for environmentally-conscious investors.
Healius shake-up: $140m day hospitals sold
A leading Australian healthcare company has shifted focus, selling its consortium of day hospitals and appointing a new CEO.
Petrol prices ease ahead of Christmas
Motorists would be wise to fill up while fuel is cheap because retailers could hike prices in the days before Christmas.
Greens to oppose price cap compo plans
The Greens will have the balance of power in the Senate as parliament is recalled to pass the federal government's energy bill relief measures.
Action plan to create solar cell security
Australia is again the lucky country with abundant silicon and an action plan for a sovereign solar cell supply chain to break China's stranglehold.
Surging energy prices are really going to hurt. What can the government actually do?
Picture this. You’re in government for the first time in more than a decade. And within six months, you’re facing a diabolical problem: skyrocketing energy prices. To your constituents, it doesn’t matter that the root cause is a war in Europe. What they’ll see is pain – electricity and gas bills climbing and climbing.
Mortgage cliff looms as cheap loans expire
Housing affordability has taken a hit from rising mortgage rates and spiralling inflation, bringing an end to the property boom, but buyers are more prepared.
Economy up 0.6 per cent in third quarter
As expected, economic growth is starting to ease off but rising interest rates are likely to dampen activity further in coming quarters.
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renewable energy
Call to cap diesel rebate, sting oil firms
Experts warn subsidies for coal- and gas-fired plants could derail cleaner, cheaper power as energy ministers prepare for crucial talks in Brisbane on Thursday.
RBA hikes rates in fight to tame inflation
The Reserve Bank has increased interest rates by another 25 basis points, locking in more mortgage pain for Australians over summer.
Russia says it won’t accept oil price cap
The Russian government says it is preparing its response after the G7, the European Union and Australia announced a price cap on its oil.
Feds call for unity to lower energy prices
Federal ministers have urged the states and territories to put their differences aside and do their bit to lower energy prices.
Commodity economy ‘not a source of shame’
Fossil fuels have given Australians an "awesome" standard of living but the economy needs to become more varied, international investors have been told.
BHP sees ore demand beyond ‘super cycle’
BHP tips decarbonisation to drive global demand beyond a "super cycle" for copper, nickel and steel but warns the industry is competing for high-tech skills.
Debate over energy price cap heats up
The possibility of price caps on fossil fuels has sparked concern from some state leaders as the government looks to lock down a plan to lower energy prices.
Manufacturing sector contracts in November
The manufacturing sector has contracted after three months of flatlining, in a sign that less-than-favourable economic conditions are now hurting.
Home price downturn now more subdued
The residential property downturn endures for the seventh month in a row, although the pace of decline has started to wind back.
NSW wind farm defies high-profile critics
The official opening of a wind farm near Canberra has been more than 10 years in the making, but landowners are now "drinking silver" from the revenue stream.
Inflation down but consumer pain lingers
Cost of living pressures eased slightly last month, although it's still too early to call the turning point for inflation.
Tax reforms flagged for housing crisis fix
Labor should have another look at contentious housing-linked reforms it unsuccessfully took to the 2019 election, independent MP Andrew Wilkie says.
Rents becoming more and more unaffordable
New research has confirmed what many tenants across the country already know - rents are soaring and rising faster than household incomes.
Consumer sentiment lifts for third week
Consumers are heading into the festive season a little more confident, but almost a quarter of families will be going into debt to fund festivities.
Australian shares end week up 1.5 per cent
The local share market finished Friday up 0.24 per cent, to again close at its best level since May 30 after four straight days of gains.
Australia’s 100-million solar panel puzzle
Going solar or upgrading an old rooftop system may slash power bills and cut emissions, but Aussies won't help to save the world if panels end up as landfill.
RBA sorry for interest rate predictions
Reserve Bank boss Philip Lowe has admitted language around the 2024 interest rate forecast was not clear enough and apologised for the miscommunication.
Millions to go into debt to fund Christmas
Christmas is always an expensive period and this year households are feeling the pinch, with one in four going into debt to fund festivities.