Ben Roberts-Smith appeals defamation loss
War veteran Ben Roberts-Smith is appealing the loss of his defamation lawsuits after a judge found reports he committed war crimes were substantially true.
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Albanese lays down the bottom line for EU trade deal
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese insists he won't sign a European Union trade agreement without improved access to the common market for Australian farmers.
Albanese meets NATO chief during Lithuania summit
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has met NATO secretary general Jens Stoltenberg and several different world leaders on the sidelines of the alliance's summit.
‘More work required’ as EU, Australia fail to reach FTA
Australia and the European Union have failed to reach a free trade agreement, the European Commission says, and "more work is required" to address key issues.
Court signs off on Crown’s $450m penalty payment plan
Crown Resorts can pay a $450 million penalty for anti-money laundering breaches in instalments but this may change if the firm's financial position improves.
Monopoly players hinder RBA board’s game on inflation
The challenges faced by the Reserve Bank in seeking to put a lid on inflation will be highlighted at an economics conference in Brisbane.
Warning for businesses as defaults reach record high
Business trade payment defaults have surged to a record high as surging interest rates constrain spending, sounding insolvency alarms in the months ahead.
PM meets world leaders, NATO chief at Lithuania summit
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has met NATO secretary general Jens Stoltenberg and several different world leaders on the sidelines of the alliance's summit.
Major banks face grilling on approach to rates, scams
A parliamentary committee will hear from two of the top four bank chief executives on the impact of rising interest rates and online security concerns.
More help for Ukraine as Albanese prepares for NATO
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has landed in Lithuania for the NATO summit, where he will hold a number of meetings with world leaders on the sidelines.
Sydneysiders are on the move again as rideshare surges
Taxi and rideshare trips are returning to and surpassing pre-pandemic levels in Australia's biggest city, according to a government report.
Youths illegally held in solitary confinement in WA
The WA Supreme Court has found three youths were unlawfully locked in their cells at correctional facilities for a combined total of 167 days.
More asking for help but borrowers resilient, says ANZ
ANZ chief executive officer Shayne Elliott says the major bank's customers are faring pretty well as interest rates rise and economic conditions decline.
Philip Lowe still on treasurer’s RBA top-job shortlist
The treasurer expects to make a decision on the Reserve Bank's leadership soon and he says he's picking from a well-qualified pool of individuals.
Testing shows use of illicit drugs jumps over summer
Illegal drug use has risen in Australia, with certain areas showing a distinct preference for different substances, according to wastewater testing.
Aussie wastewater still flush with illicit drugs
Cocaine, fentanyl and other illicit drug use jumped over summer while cannabis consumption is now officially twice that of methylamphetamine.
Budget repair not leaving households behind: Treasurer
Struggling households should not expect extra cost of living relief soon but the treasurer has not ruled out more help if the economy deteriorates markedly.
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Federal backing for Rio Tinto refinery hydrogen pilot
A refinery in Gladstone will get a federal grant for a renewable hydrogen project that is key to the decarbonisation of Queensland's industrial heartland.
Independence key to RBA governor role, says Chalmers
Treasurer Jim Chalmers expects to make a decision on the Reserve Bank's leadership soon and says he's picking from a well-qualified pool of individuals.
STI test vending machines for sexual health hotspots
Two custom-built STI test vending machines will be rolled out across regional Victoria to improve communities' sexual health.
Surgeon Charlie Teo guilty of unsatisfactory conduct
Controversial neurosurgeon Charlie Teo has been found guilty of unsatisfactory professional conduct with conditions imposed on his registration.
Sydneysiders are on the move again as rideshares surge
Taxi and rideshare trips are returning to pre-pandemic levels in Australia's biggest city.
EU trade talks stall as Australia holds out for farmers
The Australian government remains hopeful of striking a deal with the European Union on free trade, as the latest talks stall.
More asking for help but borrowers resilient: ANZ
ANZ chief executive officer Shayne Elliott says the major bank's customers are faring pretty well as interest rates rise and economic conditions decline.
Deal triggers global rush as state seeks 500 new cops
Thousands of overseas police have expressed interest in joining Queensland's ranks and hundreds will soon begin training under the state's recruitment drive.
Albanese to shed light on regional security at NATO
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is attending a NATO summit in Lithuania where he is hoping to meet with Ukrainian President Volodomyr Zelenskiy.
Aboriginal man frustrated after loss in age pension bid
Aboriginal man Dennis James Fisher has lost a Federal Court case arguing he should have access to age pension sooner because of his shorter life expectancy.
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Alumina refinery trial swapping gas power for hydrogen
The federal government is contributing $32 million to a trial project swapping gas for hydrogen to power the emissions-intensive alumina refining process.
Elections body fears low voter turnout in Fadden
The Australian Electoral Commission is taking action to encourage people to vote in the upcoming Fadden by-election.
Indigenous focus in milestone suicide prevention plan
Australia's first legislated plan to prevent suicide includes a focus on reducing risk among Indigenous communities.
Reserve Bank governor pledges ‘significant’ overhaul
Reserve Bank governor Philip Lowe has laid out a major shake-up of the central bank in the wake of a wide-ranging review into the institution.