Albanese, Hipkins toast trans-Tasman renewal over snags
Anthony Albanese met with New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Hipkins on Sunday after momentous changes to Australian citizenship for Kiwis.
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Western Australia commits $125m for bigger EV bus fleet
Western Australia will add 130 locally-built electric buses to its fleet and upgrade key depots, with help from the federal government.
Humphries’ friends slam comedy festival ‘disgrace’
Organisers of the Melbourne International Comedy Festival have been criticised for not celebrating the comedy legend.
Urgent revamp needed for out-of-date defence force
A declassified version of a major defence review has recommended Australia shift its focus to long-range missiles and onshore ammunition manufacturing.
Hatred sparked murder of former son-in-law, court told
A married couple on trial in Tasmania over the alleged shooting murder of their daughter's former partner in 2009 has pleaded not guilty.
Financial pain not over by any stretch as fears mount
Financial stress levels are low but an unexpected expense can easily push borrowers over the edge, Australian Banking Association head Anna Bligh says.
PM Albanese to attend NATO security summit
Australia will be represented by the prime minister at the NATO security summit in Europe for the second consecutive year.
BHP, Rio Tinto, Woodside and Whitehaven release updates
Woodside says its Scarborough gas project is now 30 per cent complete, while BHP has lowered its nickel production estimates.
Australian children spend more hours on small screens
The amount of screen time Australian children spend watching TV, playing games or using the internet has increased dramatically, figures show.
The good oil has petroleum giants paying more tax
Oil and gas companies are pushing back on changes to tax that could result in the industry paying more, as the prospect of the change becomes more likely.
Man charged after horror country crash kills five
A 29-year-old man has been charged with dangerous driving after a "catastrophic" crash in Victoria's north that left five people and a dog dead.
‘We won’: Murdoch drops defamation suit against Crikey
Media mogul Lachlan Murdoch has dropped his defamation lawsuit against the publishers of Crikey, who have claimed his withdrawal as a victory for free speech.
New Liberal leader speaks out on NSW party’s future
Moderate Sydney MP Mark Speakman will lead the NSW Liberals in opposition as a vote for the party's deputy leader was delayed.
Research grants review urges reduced ministerial input
Research grant funding allocations will need fewer ministerial interventions to restore trust in the process, an independent review has found.
Labor, Coalition at odds over RBA board appointments
As the Albanese government seeks to enact the recommendations of a review of the Reserve Bank, the coalition has queried two new appointments.
Sea level rise threatens island turtle hatchery
A study has delivered more bad news for a globally important green turtle nesting site off Queensland, with climate change predicted to flood all nests by 2050.
Crackdown on businesses faking clean energy credentials
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has announced a crackdown on companies over-egging their clean energy credentials as the government boosts investment in renewables.
Optus lawsuit a ‘wake-up call’ to corporate Australia
Optus customers, many of whom say they fear for their privacy and safety in the wake of a data breach at the telco, are suing for "substantial" compensation.
Optus hacking victims launch action against telco
100,000 Optus customers are taking part in a class action against the telco claiming financial losses and distress.
Top legal advice debunks anti-voice campaign, says PM
Opinion from the solicitor-general supports the Albanese government's proposed wording for the Indigenous voice in the constitution.
Electric car innovations win $70 million charging boost
Innovative ways to charge electric cars at home, work and in public areas are the focus of a new $70 million fund designed to fuel the transport transition.
They breed ’em tough at Ningaloo as coral warms to task
Scientists at WA's World Heritage-listed Ningaloo Reef are breeding extra-tough coral capable of surviving climate change-induced mass bleaching events.
Battery to bulk up Queensland clean energy capacity
A high-capacity battery capable of supplying 30,000 Queensland homes with electricity for two hours during the evening peak should be running later this year.
New flesh-eating bacteria ‘weapon’ could save lives
Researchers have found a new way to target a flesh-eating disease originating from a common bacteria for which treatments are limited and ineffective.
RBA rejig promises better decisions and fewer mistakes
A major overhaul of the Reserve Bank of Australia will allow the creation of a new monetary policy board that will be more accountable and hold fewer meetings.
Land council slams Senator Price’s ‘divisive’ approach
The new coalition spokeswoman for Indigenous Australians has appeared in a 'no' campaign ad against the voice, sparking criticism from the Central Land Council.
Treasurer steps in for casino talks as Star loses shine
The NSW treasurer hasn't taken a proposed casino tax hike off the table amid job losses at Star but will soon meet with workers and management.
Thousands to witness rare solar eclipse in remote WA
The countdown is on to a total solar eclipse that will turn day into night as the sun vanishes from the sky in WA's remote Ningaloo region.
Total TikTok ban should be next step: US commissioner
A US commissioner has told a federal inquiry a total ban on the social media app TikTok should be considered to deal with possible security concerns.
Govt to spend $150 million on reef water quality woes
The environment minister has announced a $150 million program to address poor water quality on the reef, one of the key threats identified by UN inspectors.
‘This is our lives’: Voice inquiry hears northern views
Torres Strait Islanders and far north Queenslanders view the voice to parliament as unfinished business, Indigenous leaders have told a parliamentary inquiry.