Multibillion-dollar benefit of reproductive leave
Giving workers one day of leave a month to care for reproductive needs would help reduce the $21.3 billion cost of absent employees, a report has found.
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Towering presence, missing minister as PM visits reef
One of Labor's tallest candidates has made a splash at the prime minister's Great Barrier Reef stop, while the spectre of a missing minister haunted the event.
Good dog, bad dog: beloved pets ruff on the environment
Research into the overlooked environmental impact of pet dogs has found far-reaching negative effects on wildlife and fragile ecosystems.
Australia aims for ‘zero tariffs’ after Trump backtrack
Donald Trump's tariff backdown has provided Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton with a fresh opportunity to position themselves as superior negotiators.
Bank boss alert, not alarmed over Trump tariff fallout
As rate-cut bets see-saw, the Reserve Bank governor says Australia is well placed for overseas shocks in her first speech since Donald Trump's tariff thump.
Electric cars to rev up the energy grid, one at a time
Technology that will let drivers use their electric vehicles as giant household batteries is launching in Australia, although its reach is limited.
Court scrutinises media use of rampage victims’ images
Media outlets' ability to publish dead people's images without explicit permission will be tested by families of Bondi Junction shopping mall stabbing victims.
Loo breaks a luxury for swamped regional doctors
Some doctors are too busy to go to the toilet during long shifts and warn a "vicious cycle of burnout" means worse patient care, as they fight for better pay.
Axe falls on loggers’ plan to avoid battle over gliders
The High Court permitting individuals and groups to prosecute state loggers is a win in the eyes of advocates but they'd rather it wasn't left to citizens.
Australian shares shed $48b as tariffs kick in
Australia's share market has erased most of its previous day's gains, resuming its slide as US "Liberation Day" tariffs take effect and crush confidence.
Reality check for reviving dead and dying coral reefs
Expensive and up against climate change, experts say restoration is a drop in the ocean when it comes to protecting coral reefs.
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Aussies worry about harmful deepfakes but share anyway
Most Australian voters say they are seeing more political deepfakes online and want regulation, but some share suspect content without checking.
Safety protocols failed before deadly Sea World crash
A catastrophic mid-air collision between two helicopters was "entirely preventable", investigators say, as victims of the crash seek compensation.
Thirsty nuclear plants ‘could suck water from farmers’
Farmers and businesses may be forced to surrender gigalitres of water to fuel proposed nuclear power stations due to their inland locations, a report claims.
Australia looks to Asia, Europe amid US tariff turmoil
The prime minister has talked up regional opportunities as his government seeks to dispel fears of a recession following a tariff-induced market meltdown.
Some student debtors to be allowed bigger home loans
Home values have surged as the multi-trillion dollar market continues to grow, with banks adjusting student debt calculations to help borrowers keep up.
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Greens pushing Labor to scrap property tax breaks
Federal Labor has ruled out changes to property tax handouts, but the Greens will try to force the party to act on the issue if there's a hung parliament.
Liberals ‘not here to line gas giants’ pockets’: Dutton
Despite anger from the gas sector, Peter Dutton has doubled down on plans for a domestic reserve armed with modelling on how much households willsave.
PM wins first election campaign debate against Dutton
Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton have clashed during the first leaders' debate ahead of the federal election, as the two fielded questions on cost of living.
Producer claims Seven lied about Lehrmann massage
Details of Bruce Lehrmann's luxury lifestyle paid for by Seven have been revealed in court documents as an ex-producer sues the broadcaster for defamation.
Vow insulation discounts won’t repeat tradie tragedies
A state government has dismissed concerns that discounted home insulation could lead to a repeat of a disastrous program that cost four workers their lives.
Local shares regain ground as wary investors take stock
Australian shares have posted their best daily gain for 2025, stemming losses over three consecutive sessions since the announcement of US tariffs.
Workers win big as US giant grants Star casino’s wish
An international gaming giant has ventured across the world to save the flailing Star casinos after the company came close to entering administration.
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Key sectors most vulnerable to hacking in AI arms race
Artificial intelligence is being used to craft more dangerous cyber attacks, putting some of Australia's most critical industry sectors at greatest risk.
Counting hateful incidents no exact science, cop admits
Police say their tallying of anti-Semitic and Islamophobic incidents is a "loose capture" as numbers quoted by the premier are called into question.
Calls mount for RBA to intervene with jumbo rate cut
Markets are betting the Reserve Bank will cut rates by 50 basis points at its next meeting as American tariffs batter the global economy.
Doctor covering 150 patients pleads for fair treatment
Henry Crayton worked 135 hours in the past fortnight with just one day off, covering 150 patients per shift - and he's not alone in wanting better treatment.
Risks of recession casts shadow over leaders’ debate
As economic headwinds emerge after US-imposed tariffs, Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton are vying to lay claim to being the best bet to deal with them.
Trump threatens more China tariffs as markets plunge
Financial markets across the globe have posted a third day of losses as investors worried that steep US trade barriers could lead to a recession.
Asia stocks plunge, HK suffers steepest fall since 1997
Asian and European shares have plunged as US tariffs and China's backlash send world markets into meltdowns.
Family ‘shattered’ after dad killed confronting thief
The wife of Paul Grapsas, who was stabbed to death confronting a thief, has shared her pain as the father-of-three's killer pleaded guilty to manslaughter.