Action urged after damning report into mass fish deaths
Strong laws are useless if not implemented, conservationists say, after a damning report into the cause of 20 million fish deaths.
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Son of mushroom poisoning victims speaks at memorial
The son of a couple suspected to have died after being poisoned by death cap mushrooms has spoken publicly as questions remain about what led to their deaths.
Xi tipped to skip G20 in blow to Albanese meeting hopes
Chinese president Xi Jinping is reportedly set to skip the G20 summit in India, souring Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's hopes of a fresh meeting.
Investors flock to Brisbane but other cities subdued
Investor lending has jumped in Queensland but fallen in most other key states, with strong property price growth also reported in the state's capital.
Family hopes losing Lachlan brings safer rural driving
The family of a teenager killed in a car crash want drivers to learn about risks and the long-lasting devastation during Rural Road Safety Month.
Scepticism around price of Games before cancellation
A major city's Commonwealth Games infrastructure wish-list was overlooked and there were doubts about costs even before the event was suddenly cancelled.
Australia a decade behind pack on tackling urban heat
Experts say bold political leadership is needed to ensure Australia's major cities remain liveable as the urban heat problem escalates.
Climate change complicates RBA’s job, new governor says
The incoming head of Australia's central bank says climate change presents an acute source of uncertainty for managing the economy and setting interest rates.
Aust stocks rise for second day in relief rally
The local share market has closed 0.7 per cent higher, with Wesfarmers climbing its farthest since February 2022.
Australians to vote in voice referendum on October 14
Australians will vote in a referendum on October 14 on whether to enshrine an Indigenous voice in the country's constitution.
Almost half of elite athletes ‘earn below poverty line’
Australia risks an exodus of top athletes ahead of the Olympics as many buckle under financial pressures and consider quitting, survey results show.
‘Protecting interests’: child abuse inaction condemned
Tasmania's institutions failed to recognise child sexual abuse, manage risks and investigate complaints, inquiry commissioners say after weeks of testimony.
Welcome progress on inflation as rate hikes take effect
Cooler than expected inflation might have lowered the odds of an RBA rate hike, but an economist warns the price of one major item could soon rise.
Premier likens veteran help to taking out bad insurance
Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews is calling for a nationally consistent approach to supporting veterans as individuals face major barriers to getting help.
Young workers sought to fill 70,000 railway jobs gap
Australia's railway industry is looking to recruit thousands of young Australians amid a global worker shortage and huge investments in transport.
Flight Centre profit takes off as prices lose altitude
Alongside its first positive earnings result since 2019, Flight Centre predicted airfares to moderate and urged the government to allow greater competition.
Tesla reveals plans to ‘Supercharge’ Australian EV use
Australia's leading electric vehicle brand will open almost half of its charging network to vehicles from other brands in a bid to boost the market.
Hey boy Hey girl, Chemical Brothers return to Australia
UK duo The Chemical Brothers are bringing their block rockin beats back to Australia with shows in Brisbane, Sydney and Geelong.
Rising euthanasia deaths show ‘confidence’ in Vic laws
A rise in Victorians ending their life with voluntary assisted dying shows growing confidence in the scheme, the state's premier says.
Bush maternity decline a red flag for rural health care
Doctors warn the loss of regional maternity services are often followed by the closure of other critical healthcare facilities and pose a problem for everyone.
‘No woman deserves this’: family’s cry for justice
The family of a woman choked to death by her abusive husband have called for justice "for men killing women", as he was jailed for at least 17 years.
Rental crisis supercharges discrimination: top advocate
With vacancies at historically low rates across the country, the race to secure a rental is fiercer than ever and it is weighing on vulnerable communities.
Government concedes climate change may impact bonds
The Australian government has agreed to a proposed settlement, conceding climate change may affect the value of its bonds, to end an investor class action.
Man wins $300k payout after suing judge over jailing
A judge will be personally liable for part of a man's $300,000 compensation payout after he wrongly jailed a man during divorce proceedings.
Toyota to test electric ute, delays first electric car
Toyota's first electric car will not arrive in Australia until next year but the popular brand says it is working on other green vehicles.
ABC ‘elites’ defensive over ‘bottom feeders’ criticism
An "elite" ABC news team faced criticism because its reporting of alleged war crimes was of public importance, a court has heard.
Pentagon still confident in Osprey after marine deaths
Authorities say the embattled aircraft that crashed in the Northern Territory, killing three marines, will remain in the US fleet as investigations continue.
Mushroom victims farewelled as ‘pillars of community’
Don and Gail Patterson have been honoured in a public memorial service as speculation swirls about what led to their suspected mushroom poisoning deaths.
Voice backers urge honest chats, not social media talk
The 'yes' and 'no' campaigns are mobilising ahead of the October 14 referendum to recognise Indigenous people in the constitution.
Fight brews as business digs in over workplace reforms
Business groups have lashed out at "radical" reforms that will grant minimum pay rights to gig workers, claiming the government's proposals will drive up costs.
‘Stitch-up’: inquiry’s duck hunting ban call raises ire
Animal advocates are hailing an inquiry recommendation to ban recreational duck hunting in Victoria, as shooters and unions blast it as a "farce".