Uneven heat a climate change peril for poorer postcodes
Poorer suburbs and regions with large elderly populations are especially vulnerable to extreme heat from climate change, updated modelling shows.
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Lower costs, better value as airlines deal takes flight
A deal between Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia could strengthen competition and improve flight capacity in a '"major win" for passengers.
Minister calm on lag in reporting Chinese navy activity
Australia's defence minister downplays concerns about time taken by New Zealand to raise an alert about Chinese warships warning of live fire in the Tasman Sea.
Coles gains on Woolies, grabs sales during rival’s woes
Coles estimates it scored $120 million in extra sales during a 17-day strike by Woolworths workers, as it announces superior sales growth than its big rival.
Qantas shares take off on strong first-half result
Qantas says it has learned its lessons after posting a strong return to form with a nearly $1.4 billion first-half underlying profit after tax.
Seaplane engine tear-down could offer fatal crash clues
The engine of a seaplane that crashed near a tourist island, killing three passengers, will be deconstructed in the hope it will shed light on the cause.
Australian companies invited to invest in Ukraine
Ukraine is calling on Australian companies to boost investment alongside the US after President Donald Trump pushed for a mineral extraction deal to recoup aid.
‘Cruise from hell’ passengers reimbursed and then some
Passengers will get back about double what they paid for a storm-affected P&O cruise from Australia to the south Pacific.
Hollywood star Gene Hackman, wife and dog found dead
Legendary American actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa have been found dead along with their dog at their home in New Mexico.
Host ‘relieved’ of work, not fired after Gaza post: ABC
The ABC has denies it sacked a pro-Palestine fill-in host by taking her off air, claiming it was contractually allowed to shorten her shifts.
Experts fear nuclear plants would become war targets
If Australia builds nuclear capabilities, the reactors could be vulnerable to missile strikes and sabotage in the event of a war, say former defence chiefs.
Industry bailout steels Labor but poll pain persists
Labor still trails the coalition in exclusive latest YouGov polling as a federal election draws closer, despite voters backing a huge industry rescue package.
Gene Hackman, wife and dog were ‘dead for some time’
The circumstances surrounding the deaths of actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa are "suspicious enough" to warrant an investigation, authorities say.
Taiwan reaches out as China shrugs at Tasman navy drill
China employs grey-zone tactics to push the boundaries and create a new normal, says a Taiwanese envoy as the major power downplays its naval presence.
Medicare the winner as parties match funding pledges
Healthcare funding is to receive a certain boost with both major parties pledging to spend billions of dollars as they prepare for the federal election.
Sharing the joy of science inspires an interesting life
From posting boxes of books off to remote classrooms to writing his own, a love of science is at the heart of everything social entrepreneur Corey Tutt does.
Local steel quotas in major projects being considered
Treasurer Jim Chalmers says the federal government wants local steel to be used in Australian projects, as it considers introducing quotas.
Consumer prices to gauge inflation fight raging in 2025
Price changes in January will be among the first set of data scoured by the Reserve Bank as it studies whether a further interest rate cut is on the cards.
Probe into alleged murder after tense rooftop stand-off
Police are investigating the motive behind a man who allegedly murdered his friend before engaging in a tense stand-off with police on top of a two-storey roof.
Labor ‘waited too long’ to announce big election pledge
With a federal election looming, an expert warns it will take more than a rate cut and a health promise to turn the political tides in Labor's favour.
Extreme concern as Ukrainians mark three years of war
Ukrainians have recounted chilling memories of the day Russian forces began invading three years ago as Canberra imposes further sanctions on Moscow.
Bruce Lehrmann accused of stealing four-wheel drive
Ex-Liberal Party staffer Bruce Lehrmann has appeared in court after being accused of stealing a Toyota Prado.
Notorious killer, rapist has win over key DNA evidence
A man serving a life sentence over the shocking 1988 rape and murder of bank teller Janine Balding has had a court win as he tries to clear his name.
Nuclear plan may miss nation’s energy goal by a decade
Switching from renewable energy to a nuclear power plan could push Australia's 2030 climate target out until 2042 and produce significantly more emissions.
Emergency doctors raise alarm on escalating crisis
Violence in Australian emergency departments is pushing the healthcare workforce to its breaking point, according to a new report.
Conclave, Chalamet win at Screen Actors Guild Awards
Conclave has won the top accolade at The Screen Actors Guild Awards while Timothee Chalamet took out best actor for his role as Bob Dylan in A Complete Unknown.
Lexus off-roader steers new course, poses Prado puzzle
Perhaps it had to happen, but Toyota and Lexus appear to have mixed their messages with the introduction of a new, Prado-sized off-roader to broaden its range.
Billie Eilish fever hits hard as fans feel the heat
Over-caffeinated and sleep-deprived Billie Eilish fans have queued up since the early hours of the morning to see the Australian leg of the singer's world tour.
Tesla owners sue for cars ‘falling flat’ on tech claims
Aussie drivers have launched a class action against Elon Musk's Tesla, claiming it over-promised what its cars could do and sold them with major defects.
Mine giant denies it’s to blame for community division
Native title holders are seeking $1.8 billion in compensation from an iron ore miner as a long-running legal dispute over a Pilbara mine draws to an end.
Warnings consultants would replace axed public servants
Australians could wait in longer lines and pay more for government services under an opposition plan to cut thousands of public servants, a Labor minister says.