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Chinese interference claims spark forced miner sell-off
Six companies have been forced to sell their holdings in an Australian rare earths miner which has been the subject of boardroom tussles.
Rex board accused of knowing big loss about to take off
The corporate watchdog has taken a regional airline's former directors to court over allegations they misled investors about financial performance.
Why goldfish might be undermining your internet speed
Most households are not accessing the full speed of their broadband connections, research shows, and the reasons are surprising.
Cop-stomper dodges imprisonment over ‘brutal’ attack
A young man who stomped on an off-duty police officer's face during a drunken altercation has avoided being thrown behind bars after a successful appeal.
‘Nightmare scenario’: illegal tobacco impact laid bare
Legitimate tobacco retailers say tax hikes have led to illicit sales decimating their income, with the legal market destined to be wiped out.
Rugby Australia’s alleged secret plan blindsided Rebels
A mysterious policy designed to boost Australian rugby heartland at the expense of the Melbourne Rebels is a key sticking point in a lawsuit worth millions.
Proposed new airline could face squeeze from giants
Existing airlines won't roll over to make room for a proposed new competitor in their most profitable "Golden Triangle" routes, experts say.
‘Gimmick’: critic blasts DV blitz that nets almost 1000
A domestic violence operation leading to the arrests of hundreds of people and the seizure of almost 100 firearms has been criticised as a political game.
Mixed results from first post-budget auction weekend
The treasurer and prime minister are doing a sales job on government attempts to boost housing supply as property investors chew budget changes to tax breaks.
‘No whammy’: businesses hit back at budget tax overhaul
Tax experts are urging the states to shield businesses from higher costs as they restructure their assets after Labor's controversial federal budget.
Rates revelation: why RBA dissenter voted against hike
The lone Reserve Bank board member who voted against lifting the cash rate in May was less concerned about inflation expectations than the bank's economists.
‘No dignity’: formal apology for stolen body parts
A state government has formally apologised to the loved ones of people whose remains were secretly taken during autopsies and kept without consent.
Aged care price cap reform latest casualty of Iran war
Older Australians will have to wait longer for price limits on home care services as the government cites rising costs and volatility caused by the Iran war.
Climate change risks billions in roads, hospitals bills
A state has been warned climate change-linked weather hazards endanger almost a fifth of the value of major infrastructure assets.
Concern grows as contaminated alcohol hits bottle shops
Suspected illicit alcohol is being sold by bottle shops across Victoria, NSW and Queensland, exposing consumers to serious health issues.
Beloved dingo grave reveals ancient First Nations bond
The grave of a cherished dingo buried more than 900 years ago is reshaping what experts knew about the animal's bond with First Nations people.
‘Distraught’: wife, children’s murder accused in court
A lawyer for man accused of murdering his wife and two children has said outside his first court appearance his client is "pretty distressed".
Auditor casts eye over ‘devious’ 40-year lottery deal
An independent auditor is probing whether a state government ran a competitive process before handing out a 40-year lottery deal after "exclusive" negotiations.
Aussie tech to tell heavy electric trucks where to go
How far and how fast can a battery-powered prime mover go? One Australian start-up is doing the sums so freight businesses don't have to.
‘Unlawful’: Lehrmann slams secret corruption hearings
Ex-political staffer Bruce Lehrmann claims he was gagged and denied justice after giving evidence at secret hearings during an anti-corruption probe.
No bears: software firm shrugs off AI ‘apocalypse’ fear
Software group Technology One has shrugged off worries about its exposure to an industry apocalypse, with its boss arguing it can emerge stronger than ever.
Deadly disease outbreak linked to waning vaccinations
One of Australia's worst diphtheria outbreaks has spread across the nation with fears the respiratory disease has claimed a life in an outback community.
Pianist’s onstage Gaza comments ‘nightmare’, court told
The agent of pianist Jayson Gillham says the performer's comments about Gaza while he was on stage were selfish, a court has been told.
‘Abhorrent’ AI sextortionist wins bid to leave prison
A man who doctored intimate images with AI before threatening to publish them will serve time in the community after successfully appealing a prison sentence.
Climate agencies to ask AI to predict future disasters
Artificial intelligence could play a major role in predicting natural disasters around Australia but authorities warn they do not understand it well enough.
Snowtown killer’s identity unmasked after decades
A long-standing suppression order on images of Snowtown killer James Vlassakis has been lifted by a Court of Appeal, as he fights to be freed on parole.
The rise and fall of the poverty-fighter who became GG
Peter Hollingworth, Australia's only clerical governor-general, was forced to quit because he hadn't dealt adequately with sexual abuse in the Anglican church.
Treasurer blames ‘misinformation’ for war on tax change
Critics of the government's capital gains tax changes are being accused by the treasurer of overstating how much extra tax small businesses will have to pay.
Why ditching car park rules could make homes cheaper
More than $1 billion is being wasted on building parking spaces that aren't used as part of new housing, a study has found.
Latham war of words rages on as court battle settled
The ex-partner of former Labor leader Mark Latham might have dropped her application for court protection but some grievances remain in the public domain.