‘Buddy system’ in place at JBS before worker trapped
The world's largest meat processor's local subsidiary has been fined $300,000 after a worker was struck by falling hay bales.
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High-tech magic show leaves nothing up its sleeve
Audiences use their phones during the performance at an interactive magic show that encourages people to participate in a game-like experience.
Westpac axes PwC as embattled firm announces job cuts
Westpac has ended its relationship with external auditor PwC as the under-fire firm continues to face setbacks after a leaking scandal.
Optus services restored after ‘costly’ nine-hour outage
Services to Optus customers have been restored after a nationwide outage left customers and infrastructure in the dark for more than nine hours.
Hydrogen-powered ‘flying car’ to be used in emergencies
An Australian company developing a hydrogen-fuelled aircraft capable of flying for up to 1000km has received a $5.4 million boost.
More China trips flagged as Australia warned of tempest
Anthony Albanese's trip to China could pave the way for further visits as Australia waits for its biggest trade partner to drop remaining sanctions.
Optus reconnects some services after hours-long outage
Services to Optus customers are being restored after a nationwide outage, with the telco taking nine hours to start fixing mobile phone and internet services.
Qantas, ACCC head to court over misleading ticket sales
Qantas and the ACCC will present their cases before a Federal Court justice over the airline's decision to sell tickets for already cancelled flights.
Scientists give testimony in Torres Strait climate case
Scientists have begun giving evidence in a landmark climate case at the Federal Court in Melbourne, where Torres Strait Islanders are challenging the government
Threatened species list grows as bushfire season looms
More than 20 plants and animals have been added to the government's threatened species list as politicians look ahead to another challenging bushfire season.
More pain for borrowers as big banks pass on rate hike
Three of Australia's biggest banks have hiked interest rates in response to the Reserve Bank's latest cash rate increase.
Albanese turns focus to Pacific leaders’ climate talks
Hundreds of leaders, officials and activists are meeting at the Pacific Islands Forum in the Cook Islands, with climate change a focus of the summit.
‘Underlying issues’ in accused fatal crash driver case
The alleged unlicensed driver of a car that crashed in Sydney's southwest, killing two teenage boys, will remain in custody on a string of charges.
Diabetic driver in deadly pub crash ‘needed treatment’
Five people killed when a car rammed into an outdoor beer garden have been remembered by friends and peers as the 66-year-old driver is interviewed by police.
PM faces climate talks heat from Pacific neighbours
Anthony Albanese heads to the Pacific Islands Forum as concerns mount on the blue continent about climate change and its nuclear-free status.
Police stood down after tasering man at care home
Two South Australian police officers have been removed from duty amid an investigation into their use of a Taser and capsicum spray on a man at a care facility.
Two families in shock after sons killed in tragic crash
Two men in their 20s have been arrested and are under police guard following a high-speed car crash on a suburban Sydney street that killed two teenage boys.
‘Unbearable loss’: community’s grief after pub crash
Police expect to soon interview the driver of a car that killed five people when it ploughed through a pub beer garden in regional Victoria.
Cup day rate hike extends finishing line for borrowers
Mortgage-holders have been hit with another interest rate rise as the Reserve Bank intensifies its fight against inflation.
Fresh staffing scandal linked to NSW transport minister
The office of NSW Minister for Transport Jo Haylen unlawfully directed a department to appoint a specific person to a new position, the opposition says.
‘Differences shouldn’t define us’: PM wraps up in China
Anthony Albanese is finishing his historic trip to China by reflecting on the importance of diplomacy as the world navigates serious challenges ahead.
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Cash to help WA firms charge ahead with EVs
A WA government scheme to help businesses install electric vehicle chargers could allow more employees to power up during work hours and while the sun shines.
Turnbull warns Albanese against making Israel visit
Former prime minister Malcolm Turnbull says Anthony Albanese should not make a solidarity visit to Israel, arguing it would not achieve anything.
Off and running, Cup racegoers flock to Flemington
Punters and fashionistas packed Flemington Racecourse for the Melbourne Cup while protesters were arrested and pepper sprayed.
Foster dad cleared of lying to William Tyrrell probe
A magistrate was not convinced William Tyrrell's former foster father lied about an "ancillary" matter to investigators probing the toddler's disappearance.
Tas govt lashes Plibersek over salmon industry warning
Tasmania's Liberal government has accused federal Labor of trying to kill off its salmon industry, amid a feud over how best to save an ancient species.
Plibersek warns salmon industry over endangered fish
The federal environment minister has issued a warning about the salmon industry's plans to fix a harbour where an ancient fish is barely hanging on.
Turnbull warns PM against making Israel visit
Former prime minister Malcolm Turnbull says Anthony Albanese should not make a solidarity visit to Israel, arguing it would not achieve anything.
Guard of honour as Albanese meets Chinese premier
A ceremonial guard of honour has welcomed Anthony Albanese as he met with Chinese Premier Li Qiang at Beijing's Great Hall of the People.
‘Political operative’s’ Labor ties raised three times
NSW Transport Minister Jo Haylen won't reveal why her chief of staff has resigned as senior public servants confirm he was warned over a Labor-linked staffer.
RBA fires off Melbourne Cup day interest rate hike
Mortgage-holders have been hit with another interest rate rise as the Reserve Bank intensifies its fight against inflation.