Petroleum tax changes to give Aussies a ‘fairer return’
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has announced changes to the petroleum resource rent tax which he says will mean the offshore LNG industry pays more tax, sooner.
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Dolphins hero Val a 100m flyer who had All Blacks dream
Flying centre Valynce Te Whare still doesn't know all the rules of rugby league but the schoolboy sprinter is learning fast and impressed on his Dolphins debut.
Broncos thrash Manly with Cobbo hat-trick hero again
Brisbane have taken Manly to the cleaners in a 32-6 win, with Selwyn Cobbo continuing his stunning form against the Sea Eagles and Reece Walsh in superb touch.
Can vaping help people quit smoking?
Vapes are unquestionably popular, with many who vape saying they are trying to quit or to cut down on cigarettes. But can vapes actually help significant numbers of people quit smoking?
Why electric trucks could cut more pollution than cars
Action is needed to get more electric trucks on Australian roads, according to a new report and industry groups who say heavy vehicles are missing out.
Australian stinging tree injects promise of pain relief
Researchers have identified a pain pathway targeted by a notorious Australian stinging tree and say it could point the way to new, non-opioid pain relief.
Remains found in croc after missing fisherman search
Human remains believed to be that of a 65-year-old fisherman have been found in one of two crocodiles euthanised as part of a missing-person search.
Kenny Bromwich to play prop as Dolphins lose Nicholls
Wayne Bennett says 'teams are more important than stars' as the Dolphins play Canberra on Saturday, days after missing out on signing Raiders No.6 Jack Wighton.
Boy, 8, injured in Rockhampton dog attack
An eight-year-old boy has been taken to hospital after being attacked by a dog at a home in Rockhampton.
Woman attacked with axe and choked, trial told
An attempted murder trial has heard testimony from a woman who said her ex-boyfriend hid in wait with a hatchet while she walked to her car.
NRL stars are hunting code swaps: Rugby Australia
Rugby Australia chairman Hamish McLennan has fired the latest shot in the code war, claiming NRL stars are knocking the door down seeking 'something different'.
Electric vehicle hotspots include 131 regional towns
A $78 million deal will see more electric vehicle chargers installed in regional towns, with more than 100 recharging stations planned over two years.
Cool Flegler no longer Broncos’ angry and suspended man
Brisbane prop Tom Flegler has been on his best behaviour to avoid suspension this year but he won't be holding back against South Sydney on Friday night.
Oates out for a month with knee injury in Broncos blow
Brisbane will be missing three of their stars against South Sydney on Friday night as former Wests Tigers half Jock Madden prepares for his Broncos debut.
Woman threatened to kill dog after demanding drugs
A woman threatened to kill a dog before a man fired his handgun into a Queensland home after they demanded drugs, a court has heard.
Spaceport slated for Cape York attracts global interest
The Cape York Peninsula in far north Queensland could be home to Australia's next major spaceport with plans for large-scale launches before 2030.
Slater hails Walsh, Hammer in Maroons No.1 battle
Queensland coach Billy Slater has been impressed with the form of Reece Walsh and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow as the race heats up to don the No.1 for State of Origin.
Doubled rebate makes Queensland most generous state for electric vehicle purchases
Queensland has doubled the subsidy for people who buy electric vehicles with a new purchase price of up to $68,000 with a $6000 rebate on offer.
PM Albanese to attend NATO security summit
Australia will be represented by the prime minister at the NATO security summit in Europe for the second consecutive year.
Man strangled fellow inmate in bid for ‘notoriety’
A mentally ill Queensland prisoner told police he killed his cellmate after watching a Mad Max film prompted him to act on a long-held fantasy.
Cowboy Drinkwater demands ‘desperation’ against Knights
North Queensland fullback Scott Drinkwater says greater "desperation" is the order of the day as the Cowboys' finals hopes hang in the balance.
Golf star Smith relishes Aussie meat pies and mullets
Golfer Cam Smith says meat pies are the best thing about being back in Australia.
New policy hits accelerator on electric car sales
Automakers will be encouraged to bring more electric and low-emission vehicles to Australia after the government committed to placing a limit on car pollution.
New property reforms to complement limits on rent rises: Palaszczuk
Laws limiting rent increases to once a year will be introduced to the Queensland parliament as the premier flags more rental reforms.
Cleary kicks against NRL golden-point change
Data has shown any change to the NRL's points system for extra-time matches would be close to meaningless, with Nathan Cleary warning against any shift.
Thorn to leave Reds job, time for a break
Brad Thorn has confirmed he won't continue as Reds coach next year, but will see out his contract as the side aims for a Super Rugby Pacific finals appearance.
Rate of long COVID-19 symptoms mirrored by flu patients
Long-term symptoms that last more than three months are not unique to COVID-19 among a highly vaccinated population, a study in Queensland shows.
CFMEU gives Queensland hurry up over developer review
A review into Queensland property developers should be expedited to tackle the "twin crises" of unaffordable housing and building insolvencies, a union says.
Frizell’s blunt message to Panther Luai: Get a hair tie
Newcastle's Tyson Frizell insists he did not intentionally pull Jarome Luai's hair in the loss to Penrith, and has advised the five-eighth to buy a hair tie.
Police scouring garbage dumps for body of missing woman
Police believe the body of missing woman Lesley Trotter may be at one of several commercial dump sites across Brisbane.
Lions star racially abused as AFL investigation widens
Brisbane star Charlie Cameron has been racially abused online with the Lions the third club in a 24-hour span to detail the vilification of players.