PM to seek cross-party consensus if ‘yes’ vote wins
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a joint committee will oversee legislation to implement a voice to parliament if the referendum passes.
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Big users bankroll new power to offset carbon footprint
Mining companies are among big energy users bankrolling wind farms and other renewable energy projects to offset carbon emissions.
Joy-riders’ passion for cars steered into legal avenue
A pilot program is aiming to better understand the motivations behind First Nations youths who get behind the wheels of stolen cars and take them for joy-rides.
Hybrid cars may not be the green machines they seem
Claims that hybrid vehicles are as environmentally friendly as electric cars may be confusing Australian buyers, according to a report into 'greenwashing'.
Labor’s jobs plan not at odds with RBA, says treasurer
Treasurer Jim Chalmers says his ambition for full employment is not in conflict with the RBA's endeavours to reduce inflation.
Mushroom poisoning victim released from hospital
A Victorian man who fell ill after eating a meal suspected to have been poisoned by mushrooms has been released from hospital as his recovery continues.
Man jailed for mid-air brawl, $7000 of damage on flight
A 24-year-man has been jailed for assaulting passengers on a flight from Queensland before punching the inside of an aircraft.
Government faces pressure to widen virus inquiry scope
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has accused the government of running a "protection racket" for Labor premiers by excluding state issues from a COVID-19 inquiry.
Industries push govt to expand ban on forever chemicals
Two major Australian industries say the government must expand a planned ban on toxic, so-called forever chemicals amid rising concern about health risks.
Organisers hit right notes to boost piano’s popularity
The organisers of a prestigious piano competition have founded a new organisation to promote the instrument across Australia.
Broadband in the boondocks delivers big jobs boost
Households in regional and remote areas are benefiting most from faster broadband, which is also creating more jobs, according to a report.
Dutton’s unity call as new Vic Liberal president chosen
Federal Liberal leader Peter Dutton issued a plea for unity within the Victorian party at a state council meeting before a new president was elected.
‘No’ voters rally to voice their referendum opposition
People voting against the proposed Indigenous voice are rallying in major cities, arguing the referendum has divided Australia.
Rex cuts flights, blaming rivals ‘pillaging’ pilots
Regional carrier Rex Airlines is blaming Qantas and other competitors for "pillaging" pilots as it further reduces flights between country towns and the cities.
From dictator to trailblazer, MPs react to Murdoch move
Politicians, many of whom have been in the firing line of Rupert Murdoch's media empire, have given mixed reactions to news of his retirement.
Audi’s fire-breathing family mover is full-on fun
Audi's SQ7 has something to please everyone in the family, even if there are six or seven of them - and it will get you anywhere fast.
Where neighbours’ stance on voice is black and white
Two neighbouring households have used placards and paint to produce a striking metaphor of the opposing views on an Indigenous voice to parliament.
Ampol reveals plans to take biodiesel on the road
Heavy trucks could be fuelled by renewable diesel in future after one of Australia's largest energy companies revealed a two-month trial of the fuel.
Fed govt invests in new deployable disaster shelters
Australia will soon have a national stockpile of emergency shelters that can be deployed anywhere in the country when floods, fires and other disasters strike.
Aust stocks end worst week of the year with rebound
The local share market has finished the week down 2.9 per cent in its worst this year, but ended the day slightly higher after recouping heavy early losses.
Refugees race against time in new Australian TV series
A new teen ABC series is putting the experience of refugees on temporary visas front and centre on Australian screens for the first time.
Family of slain woman urges offender to come forward
After a man accused of murdering Irma Palasics two decades ago faced court, her family has called for a second offender to come forward.
Federal budget back in black for first time in 15 years
The Labor federal government has smashed its earlier forecasts for a budget surplus, although the treasurer says deficits are expected in coming years.
Man arrested for allegedly lighting 80 fires across NT
A man has been arrested for allegedly lighting fires across the Northern Territory, which is bracing for one of its worst fire seasons in recent years.
COVID royal commission backer says things have changed
The Albanese government has been forced to defend its decision not to set up a royal commission but rather a three-expert inquiry into the pandemic.
Jump in women diagnosed with under-recognised condition
It's estimated one in seven Australian women aged 44–49 live with a painful inflammatory condition and patients are being diagnosed at an earlier age.
Qantas CEO apologises as inquiry hears damning evidence
The new chief of Qantas has apologised to Australians for poor service as a Senate inquiry was told the airline had acted like it was "above the law".
Cyclists and pedestrian deaths rise on Australian roads
Australia has recorded its highest August road toll in the past five years, with fatal accidents for cyclists and pedestrians rising sharply.
Climate activist disobeyed cops amid fears for her job
A climate activist fighting data access charges disobeyed a WA police order over fears she would be sacked by her employer, the Australian Greens.
Aust stocks hit 10-week low after Fed’s ‘hawkish pause’
The local share market has fallen 1.4 per cent to close at its lowest level since early July after the Federal Reserve sounded hawkish on interest rates.
Owners halt commercial barra fishing over eco concerns
Traditional owners have banned commercial fishing from an area of East Arnhem Land, citing concerns about gill-netting of dolphins, turtles, crocs and dugongs.