Australia on track for nuclear submarines
The United States, United Kingdom and Australian defence ministers have met in Washington for the first face-to-face conference under the AUKUS pact.
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Bali bomb maker release a ‘difficult day’
The deputy prime minister says the Australian government will advocate for constant surveillance of the Bali bomb maker after his release from prison.
Mortgage cliff looms as cheap loans expire
Housing affordability has taken a hit from rising mortgage rates and spiralling inflation, bringing an end to the property boom, but buyers are more prepared.
Coal price cap decision not yet reached
Australia's energy sector is calling for billions of dollars in compensation if NSW and Queensland governments are asked to cap coal and gas prices.
Reef bad boy could perish as climate warms
The crown-of-thorns starfish could go from villain to victim as climate change kills off its food source - the Great Barrier Reef.
Hi-tech rehab for injured birds of prey
A high-technology wildlife hospital has opened in country NSW complete with a flight test facility for recovering birds of prey.
Carnival sued over norovirus outbreaks
Carnival has been sued by passengers who say they suffered from diarrhoea and vomiting after being unnecessarily exposed to norovirus on eight separate cruises.
Australian children failing fitness tests
Four out of five Australian kids are not getting enough exercise, prompting calls for a national plan to encourage them to get off screens and be more active.
NSW teen rapist claims sex was consensual
A teenager convicted for raping a fellow school student at a house party west of Sydney has claimed the act was consensual, attacking the victim's credibility.
Scarlet Fever alert follows UK deaths
Parents are warned to be alert but not alarmed following numerous deaths linked to children contracting Scarlet Fever in the United Kingdom.
Confusion over whether to report Houston
Hillsong's general manager told his boss Brian Houston about an allegation of sexual abuse against his father, but did not feel he had to report it to police.
Nuclear subs dominate US ministerial trip
Australia's defence and foreign affairs ministers are in Washington DC for annual ministerial talks with their United States counterparts.
John Barilaro court case delayed a week
A court case concerning former NSW deputy premier John Barilaro's scuffle with a cameraman at a beachside Sydney suburb will return to court next week.
States asked to step up on power prices
Ahead of a national cabinet meeting on energy prices, states have warned the federal government against passing the buck on the issue.
Labor to respond to review of nature laws
The environment minister is about to tell Australians how she'll fix laws that have failed the nation's ailing environment, two years on from a major review.
Economy up 0.6 per cent in third quarter
As expected, economic growth is starting to ease off but rising interest rates are likely to dampen activity further in coming quarters.
Veterans hubs make a home in the regions
Veterans say connection and comfort are key as the first federally-funded hub opens on the NSW south coast to support the 20,000-strong defence community.
‘Half of new cars to be electric by 2030’
Australian roads will look different by 2030, according to a new report into the country's climate change policies that found new policies are making an impact.
Electric trucks roll into Australia
A parcel delivery service will create Australia's largest electric truck fleet after a $20.1 million investment in the quiet, green transport technology.
Car rental to spur electric vehicle uptake
Renting an electric car for an extended test drive could convince drivers of their merits over petrol-powered vehicles, the results of a new survey indicate.
Pastor kept Houston abuse report secret
A pastor told her grandnephew she would support him reporting child sexual abuse committed against him to the church, but not to police, a NSW court has heard.
Calls for boost to social security payment
An inquiry into poverty in Australia has heard calls to increase social security payments to help meet the rising cost of living.
US talks to underpin nuclear sub decision
Australia's defence and foreign affairs ministers are in Washington for high-level meetings with US counterparts as Canberra mulls nuclear submarine designs.
Flight bite: Airfares soar before Christmas
The price of air travel in Australia continues to reach new heights, with a new report showing passengers are paying much more this year.
Bank of Queensland addresses CEO’s exit
George Frazis' sudden removal as CEO last week was "not ideal," Bank of Queensland's chairman has conceded to shareholders at its AGM.
PM to meet virtually with state colleagues
National cabinet is set to meet virtually after the in-person meeting was delayed when Prime Minister Anthony Albanese tested positive for COVID-19.
RBA hikes rates in fight to tame inflation
The Reserve Bank has increased interest rates by another 25 basis points, locking in more mortgage pain for Australians over summer.
Why hybrid car sales are powering ahead
Sales of hybrid vehicles are speeding up in Australia, with the country's leading car-maker revealing they now make up more than one in three of their sales.
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Call to cap diesel rebate, sting oil firms
Experts warn subsidies for coal- and gas-fired plants could derail cleaner, cheaper power as energy ministers prepare for crucial talks in Brisbane on Thursday.
Big wet fails to dampen farm production
Australian agriculture remains on track for an outstanding 12 months despite flooding across the east coast taking its toll, according to official forecasts.
Labor admits to federal election mistakes
Anthony Albanese guided Labor to victory at the federal election but a post-mortem review has identified several areas where the party could have done better.