Magnetic attraction to lift Aussie green iron prospects
A process that uses magnets rather than water to extract high-quality iron ore will be tested at an Australian mine to boost the nation's export potential.
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Crowds abuzz for former royal couple’s Australian visit
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have received a warm welcome on their return to Australia as they toured charity organisations and a children's hospital.
Eye-watering drone spend dismissed as ‘window-dressing’
Australia will spend up to $15 billion to beef up its drone capabilities over the next decade, but a defence expert has warned it won't go far enough.
‘Dangerous garbage’: coalition migration plan panned
The coalition's hardline plan to end non-discriminatory migration based on acceptance of ''fair go" Australian values has drawn widespread criticism.
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Unions lobby to unlock fuel cap for workers who drive
Australia's peak union body is calling for fuel allowances for workers to be increased to help them meet rising costs at the bowser.
‘Resilience’ rewarded as ex-premier receives top honour
A former premier's service to public health, education and multiculturalism has been formally recognised with the nation's highest civilian honour.
Inquiry launched as governments spar over oil project
A state government has launched an inquiry into new environmental laws as it calls for a national interest exemption for an oil exploration project.
Smelly spawning heralds new life on fragile reef
Scientists have harvested millions of coral babies in a bid to help a bleached reef regenerate after it was lashed by a destructive cyclone.
Man who blamed partner’s death on roo fronts court
A man has appeared in court charged with murder after telling police his girlfriend was injured after they crashed into a kangaroo.
Resources minister defends gas companies amid tax push
The gas lobby says a new levy on LNG exports will make Australia "uninvestable", arguing comparisons to countries like Norway don't stack up.
‘Circle of life’: major reshuffle as senior MPs quit
Three state ministers have called time on their political careers, triggering a major cabinet reshuffle and factional carve-up as an election looms.
IVF giant again in play after new bid pumps up shares
A major player in the IVF service space is considering a higher takeover proposal from a consortium made up of two heavyweight investment firms.
Navy boss to navigate defence through choppy waters
The head of Australia's navy has been tapped to lead the country's entire defence force, with the controversial AUKUS deal just one of his many challenges.
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Australia won’t join Trump’s Strait of Hormuz blockade
Australia has not been asked to help stop ships travelling through the critical Middle East waterway and doesn't expect to be, the prime minister says.
Reality bites as Gen X defers cost of living
As fuel costs soar, more consumers are choosing to buy now and pay later - and the biggest spenders may come as a surprise.
‘It stays with you forever’: massacre heroes honoured
Two people who died in the Bondi Junction shopping centre attack are among eight heroes whose courage is being honoured by special bravery awards.
All options on table in drive to shore up fuel supply
Encouraging the extraction of more fossil fuels and developing more renewable projects is being considered to bolster Australia's long-term energy security.
Spoils of Iran war to deliver Chalmers a budget boost
The federal budget will be billions of dollars better off, even with added spending, because of higher commodity prices and inflation, a top economist says.
Richest state could fuel up for ‘tough’ times
A cashed-up state government could build its own emergency fuel reserve while still expecting to receive its cut of the national stockpile.
RBA to sift through jobs data as world watches Hormuz
The labour market will be top of the economic agenda in the coming week, while speaking engagements from central bank officials will be closely studied.
Tourism funding boost to help cyclone-hit towns recover
Towns reliant on tourism will receive help to rebuild with a support package on its way for businesses rocked by Cyclone Narelle.
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More cost relief on table as Aussies asked to save fuel
The impacts of the energy crisis will likely continue even if a Middle East ceasefire holds, the government warns as it prepares to roll out an ad campaign.
A gift horse: rural retreat helping veterans re-set
After years at sea working on warships, a former Navy engineer is tapping into the power of nature, animals and rest to help veterans adjust to civilian life.
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High-performance EVs and hatchbacks ready to steal show
After smashing sales records in Australia, electric vehicles are expected to be in high demand at the largest motor show in the southern hemisphere.
Green advocates urge reset on food security goals
Australia's future food security priorities need to be redefined when a third of the country is going hungry, a conservation group says.
You’ve got mail: tales from Australia’s oldest ‘postie’
After running the Bellata post office for more than three decades, Australia's oldest postmistress reflects on her time in the mail industry.
‘World of hurt’: AFL great’s cancer warning for men
Carlton defender Sam Docherty was in his football prime when diagnosed with cancer. Now he's urging men to learn from his mistake.
There’s a problem with making public transport free
Cutting public transport fares is great for people who already catch it but doesn't do much to help those for whom it is too inaccessible or infrequent.
Fuel ships inbound but supply uncertainty lingers
National diesel reserves inch higher as the federal government confirms 57 tankers are on their way to Australian shores.
Murder charge over shooting at apartment tower
A man has been charged with murder and two others have been arrested after a fatal shooting at an apartment building.
‘Barbaric’: sickening moment man stomps on cop’s face
Three men have been sentenced after they brutally assaulted two off-duty police officers in a violent altercation captured in a horrifying video.