Bringing musicals to the deaf community
As the arts sector makes its post-COVID return, theatres have made it their mission to welcome all audiences - including members of the deaf community.
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Farmers vent methane pledge concerns
Livestock producers warn a commitment to slash methane emissions by 30 per cent is creating unease amongst some in the farming sector.
Gas takes top bill in politics of power
As power and gas bills rise, so does the pressure on federal and state politicians to take action to solve the energy and climate crisis.
Aust man dies in Ukraine amid invasion
The death of Australian man Trevor Kjeldal in Ukraine has been described as tragic by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.
Aged care unions welcome interim wage bump
Unions have welcomed a 15 per cent pay rise for some aged care workers but say the wage increases should be bigger and broader.
Pregnant woman ferried through NSW floods
Emergency responders helped a pregnant woman whose waters had broken get to hospital after the NSW town of Forbes was cut in two by floodwaters.
Daniel Andrews blasts ‘smear and innuendo’
The Victorian premier has issued a blistering statement about "smear and innuendo" surrounding an investigation by the state's anti-corruption watchdog.
Independent inquiry into Medicare fraud
Health Minister Mark Butler has launched an independent inquiry into fraud, inappropriate billing and over-servicing within the Medicare system.
Power struggle: charging challenge for EVs
Australia's switch to electric cars is accelerating but connected a charger to every home threatens to put the brakes on progress.
Government eyes energy crisis quick fixes
Albanese government ministers will discuss possible regulatory interventions to ease energy prices in a cabinet meeting next week.
Hyundai’s baby SUV in its wildest form
There's a small green button inside this Hyundai Kona which, when pushed, unleashes the full potential of its 206kW and 392Nm.
Aust shares gain, finish week up 1.6pct
The local share market has climbed in afternoon trading to finish Friday up 0.5 per cent, with energy and mining sectors particularly strong.
Umpire delivers 15pct aged care wage rise
Aged care workers have been awarded an interim 15 per cent pay rise by the Fair Work Commission, but unions say it is only the first step.
Ship with COVID passengers to dock in Tas
At least 2000 passengers will arrive in Tasmania on the Coral Princess following a COVID-19 outbreak aboard the cruise ship.
PM slams campaign against IR bill
The prime minister has defended the multi-employer component of the workplace relations bill and raised questions about the companies gearing up to fight it.
ASX flat, but on pace for 1pct weekly gain
The local share market was treading water at midday, but was still set to close the week around one per cent higher after strong gains earlier this week.
RBA outlines gloomier outlook for economy
The Reserve Bank of Australia sees inflation peaking higher, slower growth and a higher jobless rate as economic challenges intensify.
PM promises action on power price relief
The prime minister is promising to take action against energy companies that don't pass on massive profits to Australian households in the form of savings.
Qantas confident in post-pandemic recovery
Qantas is returning to pre-COVID levels of service and Alan Joyce will remain as chief executive, the airline's chairman Richard Goyder has told shareholders.
Tyrrell’s foster mum acquitted of lying
William Tyrrell's foster mother has been acquitted of lying to the NSW Crime Commission about hitting a different child with a wooden spoon.
Walker inquest to visit Yuendumu
The Northern Territory inquest into the shooting of Indigenous teenager Kumanjayi Walker will visit Yuendumu later this month.
New maternity care standard aims to reduce tragic risk of stillbirth
A new national stillbirth clinical care standard will be launched in Brisbane, aiming to reduce the risks and break the stigma.
Extreme weather smashes global records
Extreme weather records have been smashed on every continent in the year since world leaders last met to tackle climate change.
Tourism campaign spruiks regional NSW
NSW is spruiking its 890 national parks as premium travel destinations in a bid to help regional communities affected by bushfires, floods and the pandemic.
Missing NSW twin babies found safe in Qld
Police have tracked down three-month-old twins last seen with teenage relatives in the northern NSW town of Grafton.
Funding to assist more violence survivors
The government has announced additional funding for safe places for women and children leaving violent situations, but the Greens say it is not close to enough.
Health prize for golden oldies broadcaster
Broadcaster Gary Thorpe, who created a nostalgic radio service for elderly people, is one of the winners of the Australian Mental Health Prize.
Budget pressures piling up: Treasury boss
The federal budget faces many challenges - such as climate change - that need to be handled skilfully or risk degrading quality of life, the Treasury boss says.
‘Mission critical’ time for mining players
Pressure is building for Australia to use global standards for more sustainable minerals as the surge in clean energy demand brings risks of dodgy dealings.
Tough years for teachers, high safety risk
Teaching workforce shortages will take years to fix, while new research shows educators face a far higher risk of assault than other professions
Aussie unveils flyblown pyramid in Egypt
Australian entrepreneur Mike Smith has built a new pyramid for Egypt and hopes the fetid structure made from rubbish will boost the war on single-use plastics.