Australia to command eight nuclear subs
A new class of nuclear powered submarines will be in Australian hands in the early 2040s, with Canberra planning to acquire a total of eight vessels.
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Why an electric vehicle could cut energy bills by $1700
Australians could cut their household bills by 75 per cent using an electric car now and even more with future technology, a Sydney innovation summit will hear.
Australian stocks drop after two US banks collapse
The Australian Securities Exchange has closed down 0.5 per cent following the weekend collapse of US banks Silicon Valley and Signature.
More pain to come for mortgage holders, say economists
Despite a softening of language from the RBA, economists are tipping another rate rise when the central bank next meets.
Hayne trial hears of blood after alleged sex assault
A third trial of former NRL star Jarryd Hayne, accused of sexually assaulting a woman in her own home, has heard of the alleged incident's bloody aftermath.
Minns to put brakes on kids fund as campaign rolls on
Labor won't adopt the Liberal Party plan to create a future fund for NSW children, saying funding education properly now is best for the next generation.
‘Cold comfort’ for households with energy prices rising
Electricity prices will be considerably lower than originally predicted but the energy minister says this is cold comfort for households battling rising costs.
Silicon Valley Bank collapse left ASX firms scrambling
Several ASX-listed tech firms had what one called "a difficult few days" after the collapse of a US bank left their funds in limbo.
Teen ‘screamed’ during MP’s alleged abuse in office
A man says alleged sexual acts performed on him by a former NSW Labor MP in exchange for money and cannabis left him screaming and in pain.
Aust stocks lower at midday amid US bank collapse
The Australian Securities Exchange was down 0.6 per cent at noon following the weekend collapse of a major US financial institution, Silicon Valley Bank.
Seaweed farmers dare to dream but drowning in red tape
Australian seaweed farmers have set an ambitious target of $100 million worth of production each year but complain regulatory hurdles are getting in the way.
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Time to rethink green hydrogen approach: go local
Going toe-to-toe with the United States on green hydrogen may be "ridiculous", but chemical plants at mines for local supply may be viable despite challenges.
NSW Liberals to seed $400 future accounts for children
The NSW Liberals have officially launched their campaign for re-election with a promise to help young people create savings funds of up to $49,000.
Florence and the Machine spellbinding at WOMADelaide
Florence and the Machine powered through a cosmic set at WOMADelaide, while the festival's installations had crowds looking up to the skies.
Industry touts renewable gas to rival electrification
Electrifying everything is an unnecessary hit on taxpayers because conventional LPG will be phased out and replaced by a clean version, the industry says.
Industry leaders fear shortfall in nuclear subs workers
The plan to acquire nuclear-propelled submarines is set to create up to 20,000 jobs but the tertiary education sector will need to ramp up to meet demand.
AUKUS submarines ‘transformational’ for Australia
US President Joe Biden will meet leaders of Australia and Britain in San Diego to announce the way forward for Australia to receive nuclear-powered submarines.
NSW Greens put up a list of balance of power demands
Federal Greens leader Adam Bandt has helped launch the NSW Greens election campaign, listing seven demands that must be met if it holds the balance of power.
Households carry rate pain as businesses flourish
The disconnect between households worried about wages and mortgage repayments and businesses, which appear to be doing just fine, hasn't gone unnoticed.
Rural independents threaten NSW coalition power
Rural NSW is a key battleground in the state election, with the possibility much of the west could be represented by independents in a minority government.
COVID-19 could be key to fighting breast cancer
The National Breast Cancer Foundation is backing a researcher's plan to try to use COVID-19 immunity to fight breast cancer.
‘Bollywood to Brisbane’: Australia signs new film deal
An agreement to encourage collaboration between the Australian and Indian film industries is being hailed by the government as a big moment between the nations.
S stands for so much more in mid-range Macan
Few mid-range SUVs are begging to be driven as hard as the bi-turbo, 2.9-litre, V6 Porsche Macan, which comes with some of the brand's most classic traits.
Charities watchdog probes Hillsong Church fraud claims
The charities watchdog is investigating Hillsong Church over allegations made under parliamentary privilege of fraud, money laundering and tax evasion.
Australian stocks suffer worst drop since September
The local share market has finished down 2.3 per cent, its worst drop in five months, sending the benchmark index to an eight-week low.
Australia-India trade bonanza could soon be sealed
Anthony Albanese has finished his meetings with Indian counterpart Narendra Modi, with negotiations on a huge trade deal to be concluded early.
Nuclear sub fleet won’t sink ties with China, says PM
Australia's acquisition of nuclear-powered submarines is not at odds with maintaining a good relationship with China, Anthony Albanese says.
Lattes on the line as climate change threat looms
A coffee shortage could be looming as global production faces threats due to extreme weather brought on by climate change, new research shows.
Principal sex abuse case lag a disadvantage: Barrister
Former ultra-Orthodox Jewish principal Malka Leifer's barrister has described delays between allegations of abuse and her trial as being a disadvantage to her.
Guy Sebastian calls fence fracas claims ‘fabricated’
Singer Guy Sebastian says allegations about a feud with his neighbour were "completely fabricated" in his first public comments on the court case.
Savers short-changed as banks scrimp on rate rises
Banks are still picking and choosing which deposit accounts to lift rates on despite pressure from the consumer watchdog to pass higher rates on to savers.