‘Market has spoken’ on NSW hydrogen hubs
The NSW government has received an "overwhelming level" of interest in proposals to turn two coal mining regions into production hubs for renewable hydrogen.
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Northern NSW in ‘disbelief’ at more rains
NSW SES has issued evacuation orders for parts of Lismore and Kyogle as the devastated region braces for more flooding.
Treasurer upbeat on PM’s virus response
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg believes Prime Minister Scott Morrison has done an extraordinary job steering Australia through the pandemic.
No help for some flood-affected farmers
Flood-affected farmers in northern NSW say they're yet to receive any financial help a month after the disaster, because of their off-farm earnings.
Family of missing NSW woman renew search
The family of missing NSW woman Niamh Maye are hoping a new website and podcast will elicit answers to her disappearance 20 years ago.
Pre-election budget to ease cost of living
Tuesday night's federal budget is expected to include a cut to the fuel excise as well as assistance for more first home buyers.
Kimberley Kitching farewelled by Senate
The late Kimberley Kitching has been farewelled by parliamentary colleagues in a special sitting of the Senate on Monday.
Soldier refuses to give evidence in court
Government MP and former soldier Andrew Hastie has defended speaking to journalists about alleged war crimes, while a fresh SAS witness has refused to speak.
Jobseekers choosing careers in health care
Health care is the number one industry of choice for young Australians, according to a jobseeker survey.
Budget to enjoy dividend of strong economy
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg says Tuesday's budget will show a significant improvement in the bottom line as a result of a strong economy.
Boost for ACT’s mental recovery from virus
The ACT and federal governments will spend $38 million on the territory's mental health and suicide prevention services as part of its COVID-19 recovery.
NSW rain forecast comes with flood risk
Already saturated catchments in parts of NSW could reach minor or "possibly higher" flood levels with more rain predicted early this week, the BoM says.
High prostate cancer stress in rural Aust
The prospect of leaving homes, jobs and families to access treatment is causing distress among men in rural Australia faced with a prostate cancer diagnoses.
Climate protests hit coal terminal again
A Sydney shipping terminal has been blockaded by climate activists for a fifth successive day, with eight people now charged by police over the incidents.
Aust journalist to face Chinese court
Australian citizen and former Chinese state media television anchor Cheng Lei is set for a court hearing in Beijing, Foreign Minister Marise Payne says.
Insurer calls for disaster control funding
Insurers want urgent disaster mitigation funding, after claims rose by more than 50 per cent, and NSW and Queensland face more flood risks.
More restrictions eased in travel reboot
Within the next month, travellers to Australia will no longer need to provide a negative COVID test result before boarding their flight.
Lifeline gets $52 million funding boost
Prime Minister has Scott Morrison announced more than $52 million in funding for Lifeline's suicide hotline to stem the loss of 3000 Australians every year.
Australia to ease more travel restrictions
Within the next month, travellers to Australia will no longer need to provide a negative COVID test result before boarding a flight.
Tas girl reunited with family after search
Four-year-old Tasmanian girl Shayla Phillips has been reunited with her family after spending more than 48 hours lost in the bush.
Beemer beneath the bonnet of new Supra
A corporate collaboration between two of the world's leading car brands has delivered a beautiful love child in the form of Toyota's recently upgraded Supra.
Tas girl found alive after 3-day search
Police have found four-year-old Shayla Phillips alive and well after she went missing on the remote Tasman Peninsula.
Reef in grip of new mass bleaching event
Aerial surveillance has confirmed the Great Barrier Reef is in the grip of another mass bleaching event driven by climate change.
Qld unsure when 2nd Omicron wave will peak
Queensland is in the middle of a second Omicron wave but authorities aren't changing any public health measures.
Councils want $200m to disaster-proof
Local councils are calling for $200 million a year in the federal budget for disaster mitigation, along with additional funds to address climate change.
Housing, health on pre-election agenda
Anthony Albanese and Scott Morrison have been on the pre-election campaign trail making announcements on housing and health.
Fourth COVID-19 vaccine dose approved
ATAGI has approved a fourth dose of a COVID-19 vaccine for some Australians, as the government looks to scrap pre-flight testing for overseas arrivals.
Hydrogen highway to link Queensland to southern states
Australia's busiest highways along the east coast will be linked by a hydrogen highway aimed at decarbonising fuel-guzzling trucks.
Booster 2.0: Fourth COVID-19 vaccine dose approved by authorities
ATAGI has approved a fourth dose of a COVID-19 vaccine for some Australians, as the government looks to scrap pre-flight testing for overseas arrivals.
Timing right for centrist return: Xenophon
Former senator Nick Xenophon, who is mounting a comeback, says the recent South Australian election is indicative of the political climate.
Regulator fines company for vaccine advert
Australia's medical regulator has fined a company more than $13,000 for advertising an unapproved COVID vaccine while it was still undergoing clinical trials.