NSW flood victims criticise buyback scheme
Northern NSW residents impacted by floods say they were not adequately consulted over the newly announced $520 million buyback package for homes.
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Election relief measures abandoned: Dutton
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton says the government has abandoned election pledges to lower electricity bills, but Labor says the coalition has no solutions.
Fiancee ‘not surprised’ NT cop killed teen
The former fiancee of an NT policeman who killed an Indigenous teenager has told an inquest the officer talked about killing before the incident.
Virus-infected cruise ship docks in WA
West Australian authorities are confident a COVID-19 outbreak aboard the Coral Princess cruise liner is being safely managed after it docked in Fremantle.
More extreme weather across eastern states
More extreme weather is expected in some eastern states as clean-up efforts continue after widespread flooding.
Service stations to get extreme makeover
Petrol stations will undergo a major change over the coming years, becoming places to hang out and recharge rather than simply fill up and go.
Satanic powers claim made in lawsuit
A woman has failed to stop a defamation lawsuit alleging leaders of a prophetic ministry were portrayed as having used satanic powers to steal away her daughter
ANZ beats expectations but shares fall
Big-four lender ANZ has outperformed expectations with a $6.5 billion full-year profit and a higher dividend, but its shares have dropped nearly four per cent.
Resume culling now: NSW Farmers, Greens
NSW Farmers and the Greens have formed an unlikely alliance, calling for the immediate resumption of the aerial culling of pests, which pose a biosecurity risk.
Food supply needs more focus say farmers
Farmers say Tuesday's budget doesn't do enough to increase food supply but have welcomed an injection in funds across the agriculture sector.
ASX gives up gains on inflation surprise
The local share market is struggling to stay in positive territory after third-quarter inflation came in higher than expected.
Woolworths says MyDeal hack a real lesson
Woolworths says it was working to bring MyDeal's cyber security up to a Woolworths standard when the online marketplace was hacked.
Regional communities ‘neglected’ in budget
Residents in regional communities are at risk of being 'neglected' in the federal budget, following the scrapping of infrastructure projects.
Budget ‘fleeced’ NSW again: Perrottet
Dominic Perrottet says NSW has been stiffed of infrastructure funding after money was taken away from several projects.
I stabbed Dad, daughter tells murder trial
A young woman says she stabbed her angry father and then ran from the home out of fear he would keep attacking her but prosecutors say it wasn't self-defence.
Budget missed chance for relief: Dutton
Peter Dutton has used his first budget reply speech to attack the lack of cost-of-living measures put forward by the government while inflation rises.
Jury discharged from Lehrmann trial
A jury has been dismissed in the trial of a man accused of raping Brittany Higgins due to potential juror misconduct.
Perrottet seeks extra federal flood funds
Further flood relief may be heading towards regional communities across inland NSW, as Premier Dominic Perrottet signals that an announcement is on the way.
Resource firms ‘using sports to greenwash’
Coal, gas and oil companies are greenwashing their images with sports sponsorships worth up to $18 million a year, a new report says.
Doctor refused to fly as NT teen lay dying
An inquest for an Indigenous teenager fatally shot by an NT policeman has been told the RFDS refused to fly to his remote community before he died.
House prices plunge 4.9 per cent from peak
The housing market has tumbled in capital cities across the country, with prices down 4.9 per cent from their March peak.
Ukraine welcomes Australian military aid
Another 30 Australian Bushmaster vehicles will head to Ukraine's front line, while defence personnel will help train troops as part of the latest aid package.
Workplace laws to get flexibility overhaul
Workplace Relations Minister Tony Burke has introduced laws to give employees more power to request flexible work hours and strike multi-employer deals.
Businesses could shut as energy costs soar
Soaring energy prices will burn a hole in the pockets of Australian businesses as growing gas dominance triples the cost of wholesale electricity.
Annual inflation soars to 7.3 per cent
The latest inflation figures confirmed what households already knew - cost of living pressures are showing no signs of easing.
$350m to kickstart housing affordability
Australians priced out of the rental market are set to benefit from a $350 million affordable housing scheme included in the federal budget.
Partners ease electric car ‘range anxiety’
A big name in petrol is partnering with the world's largest electric vehicle manufacturer to make EV charging simpler in Australia.
Budget ‘improves liveability’ in regions
The Albanese government says it is committed to regional Australia's future, funding health, skills and connectivity, while delaying dam projects.
Environmental projects get ‘down payment’
More than $1 billion will go towards protecting the Great Barrier Reef, with budget funds also set aside to save the nation's iconic endangered animals.
Billions set aside for aged care reforms
The government will spend billions in the federal budget overhauling the aged care sector, while COVID-19 response measures are also being extended.
Power prices tipped to rise by 50 per cent
Retail electricity prices are expected to rise by 50 per cent over the next two years, the budget papers have revealed.