Leadership challenge on for WA Liberals
The decision by Mia Davies to step down as WA's opposition leader has prompted a challenge for the leadership of the state's Liberals.
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NSW parties vow domestic violence support
The major parties are proposing different policies to help domestic violence victim-survivors in NSW ahead of the March state election.
Secluded SA beach ranked best in Australia
A secluded bay in South Australia has been crowned the best beach in Australia, edging out popular destinations in NSW and Queensland.
Australia’s tech cloud keeps expanding
Amazon is the latest international tech company to launch a new cloud data region in Australia and experts say it won't be the last.
NSW rail body at risk: Auditor-General
The NSW Auditor-General says a beleaguered body set up to manage the state's rail assets is "at risk" and imposes a financial burden on future governments.
Molan remembered as ‘one of the greatest’
Family, friends and colleagues of the late senator and retired soldier Jim Molan gathered at the Royal Military College in Canberra to pay their final respects.
Wholesale energy prices, emissions falling
Wholesale electricity prices and carbon emissions dropped in the December quarter as solar and wind became "most valuable player" in the Australian market.
Petrol set to soar before public holiday
Petrol prices are edging up in many parts of Australia before the January 26 public holiday.
Body image teacher Australian of the Year
Body positive writer and film director Taryn Brumfitt has been named Australian of the Year for her work getting more women to love the skin they're in.
Qld man drowns at popular NSW surf spot
A Queensland man has become the 51st person to drown in Australia this summer after he was pulled unconscious from the water on the NSW mid-north coast.
Hydrogen versus electric buses in NSW test
A new public transport trial will test electric buses against hydrogen models to work out which technology will work best in regional Australia.
Drowning risk spikes on Australia Day
Swimmers are four times more likely to drown at coastal beaches on Australia Day than any other time due to a range of factors.
Electric Uber rides double in six months
Uber has revealed Australians are taking twice as many electric car rides as they were six months ago amid plans to design its own vehicles.
Wildlife service calls for duck hunt ban
Wildlife Victoria has joined calls for the state to ban duck hunting as the Andrews government weighs up the move before a new season announcement.
Women awarded for ‘hush-hush’ code cracks
Three women nearing their 100th birthdays have been recognised for their top-secret war-time code cracking in a Brisbane garage.
Adopted Aussie mixes agriculture, politics
An animal nutritionist and treasurer of the Nationals has been recognised for her services to agriculture and politics in the 2023 Australia Day Honours List.
Pioneer, mainstay among political honours
Former NSW MP Pru Goward and ex-senator Margaret Reynolds are among those recognised for their service to politics in the Australia Day Honours List.
Mission for Aussies to love their bodies
Taryn Brumfitt will use her platform as Australian of the Year to teach one million school children about body positivity.
Protests and ceremonies mark Australia Day
Australia Day events have been held across the nation while Indigenous protesters have called for a renewed focus on treaty.
Dating apps told to put safety over swipes
Dating app companies could be subject to a legally enforceable industry code of conduct if they do not take concrete steps to improve the safety of users.
Hefty pay rises required to beat inflation
The soaring cost of living is leaving wages for dust, with workers needing generous pay rises to outpace inflation.
PM poses one question on Indigenous voice
The prime minister has asked one question of opponents of an Indigenous voice to parliament as Australians look toward a referendum.
Landmark shines amid celebrations, rallies
Sydneysiders are celebrating a sunny Australia Day but thousands have also rallied for Indigenous causes amid calls for the abolition of the national holiday.
Elon Musk claims his tweets boost Tesla
Tesla boss Elon Musk has defended his social media use in a call with investors, saying more car brands should use Twitter to interest buyers.
$400m freight terminal coming to Melbourne
A $400 million freight terminal slated for Melbourne's north by 2025 will reduce congestion on the city's roads, developers say.
PM dismisses ‘radical’ opposition to voice
The prime minister has called out opponents to an Indigenous voice to parliament as "radicals" who are not supporting the idea because it is mainstream.
PM lays out plans for Medicare overhaul
The prime minister is set to meet with state and territory leaders to discuss his plans to overhaul the health care system and improve primary care.
Feral brumbies rampant in Kosciuszko
NSW authorities have admitted feral brumbies in Kosciuszko National Park are even more abundant despite a plan to reduce wild horse numbers to 3000 by 2027.
Gas shortfall concerns downgraded: ACCC
Australia is not out of the woods when it comes to a domestic gas shortfall but there's enough uncontracted supply available to cover the gap.
Fortescue’s electrolyser plant un-Plugged
Fortescue Future Industries' electrolyser plant is going ahead despite the loss of its 50-50 joint venture partner Plug Power - and there's no change in CEO.
Cops injured in mass Australia Day melee
Two police officers were injured and 10 people arrested during two Australia Day brawls involving about 150 people in Perth.