Subs to help counter Chinese dominance: ex-US navy boss
The nuclear submarines Australia will acquire through the AUKUS alliance are being touted as a countermeasure to Chinese dominance in the Indo-Pacific.
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Former SAS trooper charged with Afghan war crime
A former soldier deployed to Afghanistan has been charged with committing a war crime after he was arrested in regional NSW.
Recycler hungry for Australia’s stinky old shoes
As Australia transitions to a circular economy, more and more niche recycling programs are popping up and shoes are no exception.
RBA minutes, speech scoured for cash rate clues
Further insights into the March cash rate hike in the minutes from the Reserve Bank board meeting dominate the economic discourse this week.
Howard revs up Libs as parties eye off western Sydney
The Liberal faithful have heard party elder John Howard sink the boot into Labor as Chris Minns pledged to ward off privatisation with constitutional change.
Climate policy push heats up as parliament returns
With a fortnight of parliamentary sittings in Canberra, Labor is keen to secure a win on its centrepiece election promise to cut carbon emissions.
A ‘crazy week’ that was worst for ASX since September
The ASX has finished higher for the day but dropped more than two per cent for the week after suffering its longest streak of weekly losses since the GFC.
Australia could become ‘superpower’ in electric cars
Australia has the potential to become a 'global superpower' in the electric car industry and could make vehicles again, an event has heard.
Baby Beemer SUV not such a small contender
The third-generation BMW X1 continues to break new ground for its sector, sharing functionality with bigger and electric versions from the Bavarian stable.
Australia’s growth outlook still subdued: OECD
The OECD has slightly downgraded its forecasts for Australia's growth in its latest look at how the global economy is faring.
Home, business buyers should be advised of climate risk
As the government works its way through a 1000-page report on productivity, debate has been sparked over home sellers disclosing climate risk.
Why electric car batteries may go round and round again
Automakers and regulators are working on ways to recycle electric vehicle batteries in Australia to avoid crashing into a new environmental barrier.
Viral sea shanty boost as US band returns to Oz
An unlikely sea shanty medley that went viral on TikTok has changed the face (and age) of US country group Home Free's gigs, as they prepare to play CMC Rocks.
Australia welcomes decision to hear MH17 case
A decision by the UN's aviation agency to hear a case against Russia over the downing of Flight MH17 has been welcomed by the federal government.
Actor Sam Neill reveals private blood cancer battle
Hollywood actor Sam Neill has revealed in a new memoir that he has been receiving treatment for non-Hodgkin lymphoma, and is in remission.
Giant Leap for climate tech despite economic slowdown
Climate technology is surviving the venture capital downturn as more consumers and businesses think about what will shrink their carbon footprint.
Notorious crooked cop Roger Rogerson will die in jail
Corrupt former policeman Roger Rogerson has lost a final bid to Australia's highest court to have his murder conviction quashed.
Uni lecturer ‘deeply sorry’ for wife’s stabbing murder
A Deakin University lecturer who killed his wife at their family home after an argument about childcare has apologised to a court for the brutal murder.
China different from 90s, says Albo after Keating spray
China has changed its posture and position since Paul Keating was prime minister, Anthony Albanese says.
Alleged victim’s mum recounts Hayne’s visit to home
The family of a woman Jarryd Hayne is accused of sexually assaulting have told court what happened when the former NRL player visited their house.
Seasoned artist’s salty work bridges art-science divide
Sandra Selig will lull viewers into a cosmic trance with a pendulum of salt when she debuts her evocative work at Australia's leading contemporary art gallery.
Family’s pain over losing two sons to knife violence
A Melbourne man has admitted to stabbing Kon Kot to death outside a Hungry Jack's, six months after Mr Kot's younger brother was murdered in a knife attack.
Victorian youth crime surge won’t sink age-raise plans
Premier Daniel Andrews isn't letting a spike in youth crime sink plans for Victoria to raise the age of criminal responsibility from 10.
Strong culture and strong youth will help Close the Gap
The latest Close the Gap campaign shines a light on Indigenous youth who have dedicated their time and energy to creating a better world
Unquenched Aussie thirst for world’s most costly water
Aussies are among the top consumers of bottled water globally and we are paying the most for it, a new UN report shows.
Major surgery prescribed to boost nation’s productivity
Climate policy, the migration system, workplace laws and health and education systems have been earmarked for reform under a review of Australia's productivity.
Fears budget won’t do enough to ease power price spike
A key welfare group is urging the government to reduce cost of living pressures in its upcoming budget with Australians again bracing for energy bill spikes.
Train making off the rails, but plan to get on track
As the federal government develops a national railway plan, a report has found $1.85 billion has been wasted due to state-only train manufacturing policies.
Street walks, soccer and schooners as NSW poll nears
The two men looking to lead NSW for the next four years have hit the campaign trail as the March 25 election approaches.
Australia plans to buy 220 cruise missiles from America
The Pentagon has approved the sale of 220 cruise missiles to Australia, which can be fired from nuclear submarines being acquired under a separate agreement.
Husband gets 24 years for wife’s death-letter murder
John Douglas Bowie will likely spend the rest of his life behind bars after killing his wife Roxlyn more than four decades ago.