Coal sector confidence up on China news
Australian coal exporters are becoming more confident the latest reports that China will allow coal trade to resume are more than just a rumour.
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Rebound in migration figures ‘optimistic’
The Australian government expects migration numbers to bounce back but troubling economic conditions and other uncertainties could weigh on migration.
Parkes says thank you very much to Elvis
The streets of Parkes, in central west NSW, are filled with Elvis impersonators and performers as the Elvis festival celebrates its 30th anniversary.
Repatriated wife of IS fighter bailed
The former NSW police minister and federal opposition have attacked the Albanese government after a so-called ISIS bride was granted bail by a regional court.
Fire chief warning for ‘deadly’ grassfires
The NSW rural fire service commissioner says destructive and deadly grassfires could spread across parts of Australia's east coast at the end of January.
Futuristic electric cars steer tech expo
Innovative vehicles have been revealed at the Consumer Electronics Show, including cars that glow, those that charge from the sun and battery-powered utes.
Google Maps revamp for electric cars only
A high-definition upgrade to Google Maps will show more road details and help self-driving cars steer but it's only coming to selected electric cars.
Australia warmer, wetter in 2022
Australia was warmer and wetter than historical averages last year as La Nina and climate change hit the country, causing widespread flooding and heatwaves.
Repatriated wife of IS fighter given bail
Mariam Raad, 31, faced a regional NSW court on Friday after being arrested in the regional town of Young on Thursday.
Tesla cuts prices in electric car battle
Thousands of dollars have been cut from the price of Australia's two most popular electric vehicles as competition in the market grows.
Aussie science tackling rusty plant threat
Queensland scientists have developed an environmentally friendly RNA-based spray to help combat myrtle rust, which has wiped out many Australian plants.
Mossman Gorge search enters third day
Popular tourist attraction Mossman Gorge remains closed as the search for a missing swimmer enters a third day.
NT flood concerns ease, ex-cyclone weakens
While severe weather conditions have eased in the Northern Territory, authorities say record-breaking floods continue in WA's Fitzroy River catchment.
Crucial minerals underpin volatile exports
Riding geopolitics, rising costs and volatile prices, Australia will pick up its quest to supply more refined materials rather than being the world's quarry.
Minister defends COVID travel advice snub
Mark Butler says he is taking an abundance of caution in requiring travellers from China to record a negative COVID-19 test despite advice against the measure.
Town’s nervous watch as flood levels hold
The expected peaking of floodwaters around the outback NSW township of Menindee has been pushed back as river readings remain steady below a 1976 record.
Public holiday call as SA survey launched
An influential union has called for Easter Sunday to become a public holiday in South Australia as residents of the state are urged to have their say.
Officer drowns in rip after saving son
An off-duty NSW police officer has drowned in a rip after saving his 14-year-old son who got stuck in the current at an unpatrolled beach on the south coast.
BBL reduced in $1.5 billion TV rights deal
Cricket Australia's new seven-year, $1.5 billion TV rights deal marks a reset in relationships with broadcasters Foxtel and Seven, and a rethink for the BBL.
Government eyes China COVID-19 management
Treasurer Jim Chalmers says the government is closely monitoring the situation in China and is concerned about its influence on the Australian economy.
Race to evacuate as floods hit Kimberley
Record flooding in parts of the WA Kimberley has marooned 15 guests at a Fitzroy Crossing hotel as authorities race to find a boat big enough to evacuate them.
Ministers chastised for health advice snub
Anne Ruston says the government is undermining Australians' trust in medical experts by inferring advice from the chief medical officer wasn't cautious enough.
Construction sector braces for hammer blow
Tradies have been busy completing the backlog of construction work spurred by government stimulus programs but demand for building work is expected to slow.
Canoes ready as remote crew awaits rescue
A rescue mission is underway to pluck workers from a flooded conservation property in the Kimberley after record floods.
Record floods to cut off Broome and Derby
Broome and Derby in northern Western Australian are likely to be cut off by a once-in-a-century flood within 12 hours, as inland evacuations continue.
One suburb with biggest online art sales
Residents in one Melbourne suburb have racked up the most online purchases of art, with some other interesting locations revealed by a leading sales platform.
Rudd claims US throws allies ‘under a bus’
Former prime minister Kevin Rudd has accused America of throwing its allies "under a bus" while relying on their support to counter China's economic influence.
Call for new e-scooter rules after crashes
A 'patchwork' of different e-scooter laws is creating confusion for riders and could fuel more serious accidents, experts are warning.
Melbourne to steal title of biggest city
While Melburnians left in their droves during the pandemic, its population growth is expected to bounce back quickly over the next decade.
Record WA flooding cuts off town of Derby
About 3000 people in the town of Derby have been cut off by a once-in-a-century flooding event in Western Australia's Kimberley region.
COVID test required of arrivals from China
Travellers from China will need to undergo mandatory testing for COVID-19 before boarding a flight to Australia, the health minister has announced.