‘For the birds’: doubt ageing coal plants can go longer
Coal stations are reaching their end of-life and need to be retired, the Climate Change Authority chair says, regardless of moves to keep them running longer.
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‘It’s all over the place’: Qantas customer data leaked
Personal data of millions of Qantas customers has been published online after hackers made good on a ransom threat.
Qantas leak could cost airline billions, increase scams
Qantas is facing heavy fines after data it held on about one in three frequent flyer members was leaked online, despite efforts to reduce its spread.
Controversial gas project extension sparks legal action
Landmark legal challenges have been launched after the Commonwealth's controversial decision to green light a 40-year gas hub extension near ancient rock art.
Financial sector urged to shoot higher on climate risk
The global financial sector has been urged to prevent further backsliding on climate and to stop funnelling money into new fossil fuels in an open letter.
Lovisa CEO denies misconduct allegations at Smiggle
Billionaire businessman Solomon Lew has made sensational allegations against the fired CEO of his back-to-school chain Smiggle, who is now the boss of Lovisa.
Optus chief blames human error for triple-zero disaster
A major Optus outage that left Australians without access to emergency services has been blamed on human error as its embattled CEO fights to keep his position.
Retirement finances not so super for Indigenous people
Indigenous people are facing a retirement disadvantage, with 65 per cent dying before reaching the age to access age pensions or superannuation.
Dead letter day: post boss says the end is nearing
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.
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Iron ore giant’s profit falls, green energy vow stays
One of Australia's biggest mining companies says it will continue to pursue green iron and renewable energy projects as iron ore revenues dip.
Biotech giant to slash 3000 jobs, spin-off vaccine arm
Pharmaceutical giant CSL has announced a major shake-up for its vaccination arm and for jobs as the company aims to cut costs.
Energy retailer profits slump, looks to renewables
An electricity and gas retailer has seen a mammoth hit to its profits after a drop in energy prices as the company turns its focus towards renewables.
Liquid gas investment inflates Origin Energy’s profit
Profits are up for Australia's largest energy company despite challenges from the price of coal, energy tariffs and power plant uncertainty.
US trade deficit narrows amid drop in consumer imports
The US trade deficit narrowed in June on a sharp drop in consumer goods imports.
‘Struggling more than ever’: Debt reaches six-year high
The number of Australians seeking help with debt has reached a record high as housing stress and utility costs weigh on budgets.
Upward spending trend unlikely to shift needle on rates
Splurging shoppers are unlikely to dent the chances of an August interest rate cut, with consumer data tipped to deliver an upward spending trend.
Rio Tinto profits slip as prices weigh on performance
One of the world's biggest iron ore miners has posted its weakest first-half profit in years as lower global demand continues to drag on the commodity's price.
Woodside activists vow to fight on despite jail terms
Two climate activists have been handed suspended prison terms for their "harmful" act of letting off stench gas at Woodside's headquarters.
Australians warned to not jump the gun on tax return
The national tax office has warned Australians to be patient in lodging their tax returns as the financial year comes to an end.
Green tick: Australian net-zero projects to be rated
Environmental projects will be analysed and rated in Australia in a move experts say could prevent greenwashing and encourage international investments.
Microscope on IVF giant over ‘inexcusable’ embryo error
A private fertility giant faces potential legal and regulatory backlash after transferring the wrong embryo to a woman, its second mix-up in months.
Interest rates are coming down. Here’s what homeowners should know about refinancing
Refinancing your home loan – whether by negotiating a better deal with your current lender or switching to a new one – could save you thousands over the life of your loan. However, it won’t be the right decision for everyone. And there are some important things to know about how the process works – including hidden costs and risks.
Aussie market claws back ground after Wall St plunge
The Australian share market has resumed its downward trend, after dropping sharply in early trading and recovering a little in the wake of a US market sell-off.
Fresh week brings cautious rebound as ASX edges higher
Australian shares have edged higher as a new trading week begins, but it could be a bumpy time ahead with ongoing uncertainty over US tariffs and global growth.
Australian shares plummet to six-month low
The Australian share market has fallen to its lowest level since towards the end of 2024 as uncertainty over global trade sends investors ducking for cover.
Casino hub could be first to go to save falling Star
A casino precinct might be the first asset sold from an embattled operator's multi-million dollar portfolio in a bid to avoid going belly up.
Sky-high $120m compensation bill for Qantas workers
Qantas has struck a deal to compensate more than 1800 workers to the tune of $120 million after the Federal Court found they were illegally sacked.
‘Kick in the guts’: bank slammed for $3 withdrawal fee
One of the big four banks has come under fire for changes to one of its everyday accounts which means some customers are slugged $3 when they withdraw cash.
Lag in response to tackle methane emissions, UN says
The UN says only about one per cent of the 1200 methane leak alerts issued to governments and companies have garnered a "substantive response".
Australian finance to spark Indo-Pacific climate action
Cheap finance for climate projects is on offer from Australia for small businesses across the Pacific, Southeast Asia and South Asia.
Climate talks urged to find trillions for poor nations
Experts have warned the world's climate negotiators that at least $1.5 trillion a year will be needed in climate cash for developing nations.