Grey area: questions over Sunshine State’s green future
Queensland could revert to coal central as calls grow for a power plan from the energised LNP, days out from voters heading to the polls in the Sunshine State.
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Drinking water chemical limits hard to swallow for some
Guidelines for potential cancer-causing chemicals allowed in Australian drinking water have been released, with at least one region failing to meet them.
PM focused on affordable housing despite home furore
Anthony Albanese says he's committed to increasing affordable housing, despite copping flak for buying a $4.3 million beach house with sweeping ocean views.
Billions poured into defence precinct, creating jobs
Billions of dollars will be poured into a new defence precinct in WA, which is being touted as a rival to the mining industry for jobs and economic growth.
CBA chair says ethical principles will govern AI use
Commonwealth Bank has the "best, most capable people" working on the use of artificial intelligence in its business, chairman Paul O'Malley says.
Beach closed, swimmers warned over mystery ‘tar balls’
The appearance of unexplained ball-shaped debris on a popular Sydney beach has prompted authorities to close it down and launch an investigation.
‘Coercive’ judge found guilty of assaulting ex-partner
A Supreme Court judge has been found guilty of assaulting and intimidating his ex-partner, with a magistrate describing his version of events as "contrived".
MP breaks party ranks on transgender birth certificates
A NSW Liberal MP has broken with ranks and accused her leaders of fearmongering over laws that make it easier for transgender people modify birth certificates.
Autonomous flying taxis prepare for launch in Australia
Would you ride in a plane with no pilot? One aerospace company is betting on it, signing a deal with Australian air safety regulator to establish rules.
Millions of Australians stalked, women often targeted
Women are more likely to have been stalked than men, with one in seven Australians revealing they have been subjected to the behaviour since they were a teen.
‘Invisible, sidelined’: landmark count for fatal cancer
People with metastatic breast cancer often feel invisible but world-leading research to understand its prevalence could mean better support.
Major loophole might have helped hundreds access guns
Police have dismantled a scheme allegedly involving fraudulent documents being used for gun licences, but it might have put weapons in the hands of crime gangs.
Qantas braces against carbon neutral greenwash claim
Australia's biggest airline has been referred to the consumer watchdog amid accusations it is misleading passengers about its green credentials.
Bulk of CFMEU probe evidence relates to coercion
Dozens of incidents within the embattled CFMEU are being investigated after it was placed into administration following criminal allegations.
Australian shares march back from all-time high
The ASX200 has dropped 0.4 per cent, with every sector except financials losing ground.
Australia admonishes Israeli, backs US Gaza aid call
Foreign Minister Penny Wong has condemned the number of civilian deaths in Gaza and backed an American ultimatum to Israel to force an rise in the flow of aid.
Declan’s Law: NT enshrines tough bail and weapon reform
Laws giving police in the NT powers to search and seize weapons from anyone over the age of 10 have passed in what the chief minister calls a "historic moment".
‘Efficiency’ required for tech-based DV policing move
People accused of serious domestic violence will either be behind bars or electronically monitored and NSW leaders believe the police force can handle the job.
AI deepfake ads set to screen during federal election
An inquiry into AI technology has recommended laws be introduced to stop deepfake political ads, but not in time for the next federal election.
Quit stage diving at concerts, insurers tell musicians
Insurance companies want performers to stop stage diving and throwing things at Australian live music events, an inquiry has been told.
A lobster in every pot at Christmas and the New Year
Australia's lobster fishers are confident of being able to meet renewed demand from China and satisfy local customers this Christmas.
Car battery ‘passports’ could help manage growing waste
Australia should adopt a tracking scheme and battery passports like Europe to deal with the growing pile of electric car waste, an inquiry has heard.
Win for banks over fugitive’s ‘audacious’ $500m fraud
Westpac and two other banks can recoup funds taken through a $500 million fraud perpetrated by a fugitive former football club owner and his associates.
Act now as Myanmar crisis goes ‘from worse to horrific’
Australia has been called on to take a more leading role in responding to human rights abuses by the Myanmar junta as families worry about their loved ones.
Public to rub shoulders with royals at Opera House, BBQ
King Charles and Queen Camilla will be out and about in Sydney and Canberra, offering fans a chance to catch a glimpse of the royal couple.
Supermarkets tight-lipped on Tim Tam price discrepancy
Australia's major supermarkets say their suppliers are being hit by inflation which is trickling through to prices at the checkout.
Broken protection system a pipeline of broken youth
The background and experiences of youth in detention reveal failures of child protection "pipeline" them into the justice system, a watchdog's report says.
Latest SUV might make a few turn back to Honda
Australia has welcomed a new Honda SUV to its shores in the form of the RZ-V, which is not to be mistaken for the HR-V or CR-V.
Clean energy focus at summit after trade breakthrough
After leaving a meeting with China's second-in-command with a big victory, Anthony Albanese is turning his focus to the transition to net-zero emissions.
Protesters defiant as more Aussies return from Lebanon
Protesters are ready to fight police again over a sign attacking Israel as more Australians evacuated out of Lebanon arrive home.
Protect children from online hellholes, spy chief urges
Children are at risk online from "adult strangers in alleyways" and the community must play a role in identifying warning signs, the nation's spy chief says.