BHP port workers take action in historic Pilbara strike
Port workers have downed tools over a wage dispute with BHP and their union warns more strike action is possible if the mining giant doesn't buckle.
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Boy bailed after alleged bomb, train derailment search
A teen who was allegedly moving towards lone-actor extremist violence after police claimed to have found extremist material on his devices has been bailed.
Uni student denied exam delay after Gaza family deaths
A university demanded death certificates for Gazan family members killed in the conflict when a student requested an exam extension, a royal commission heard.
Supermarket giant fights watchdog on mining store block
A major supermarket has launched a legal challenge to a landmark competition ruling blocking it from opening a second supermarket in a mining centre.
Painful wait for women as unfounded claims delay payout
It could be another 12 months before a $405 million settlement for pelvic mesh injuries is fully paid out but the tidal wave of pain goes on for those hurt.
Fatal e-scooter crash as state crackdown ramps up
A deadly e-scooter crash has left a man dead and another seriously injured, as Queensland Police crack down on illegal e-bikes and e-scooters.
‘End of an era’: 200 jobs lost, unique smelter shuts
The nation's only manganese smelter, which produced material critical to steel manufacturing, will shut after a buyer couldn't be found.
‘Paid enormous price’: Olympics minister cleared
Queensland's Olympics minister has returned to his cabinet post after Australian Federal Police closed an investigation into his electoral enrolment.
Aboriginal conservation deal boosts environmental goals
A huge swath of the Simpson Desert in the Northern Territory is now protected through Aboriginal management, meeting a major environment target.
Soaring meth abuse at work prompts warning to bosses
The workplace use of drugs, particularly methamphetamine and cocaine, is rising and remains a real safety risk for employers.
Calls grow for urgent rules to curb AI data centre rush
Delays bringing in new standards for data centres risk leaving a window for big tech companies to avoid stricter environmental regulations, advocates warn.
Flaws in aged-care reform laid bare by $1800 crutches
Aged-care reforms are failing to rein in costs and are puting at risk elderly Australians' right to die with dignity, the sector's inspector-general says.
‘Last line of defence’: one man shuts down council
A local man who applied rarely used legal powers to effectively shut down his local council denies he is undermining democratic processes.
Burnt, buried, dumped: call to mandate tyre recycling
Old tyres were being burnt to make cheap fuel and buried on mining sites rather than recycled, an inquiry has been told, creating a missed opportunity.
Bird handling ‘confusion’ as new case confirmed
A suspected bird flu case in Queensland has been cleared, but wildlife rescuers have complained of mixed messages and scarce facilities regarding sick birds.
‘ISIS bride’ accused of training with terror fighters
A so-called "ISIS bride" who is accused of training for weeks with Islamic State will remain behind bars after being refused bail for a second time.
New rules for AI as critics lash ‘energy vampires’
Australia will introduce laws to govern artificial intelligence and data centres in less than a year, but they can't come soon enough for some advocates.
‘Bastions of free speech’ grapple with protest tensions
University officials have used various measures to limit pro-Palestine protests on campuses while defending their approaches to academic and student freedom.
Energy rollercoaster: Australian bills to fall and rise
Australian households can expect lower electricity costs in the coming years, a report says, but they shouldn't get used to them.
Labor MP blasts party’s ‘fear and loathing’ over Gaza
A Labor backbencher has blasted his colleagues for not being more forthright about Palestinian rights and called for tighter monitoring of dual citizens.
Tax push renders budget surplus forecasts ‘unrealistic’
Treasury's assumption the federal budget will return to surplus within a decade is at risk because of likely tax cuts, an independent agency warns.
Trump threatens to shoot down signs of economic rebound
Oil prices are rising again as conflict between the US and Iran reignites, threatening a recent recovery in household confidence and spending.
Man accused of assigning attacks on venues faces court
A young man accused of running an "empire" from home has faced court on multiple charges following a string of targeted attacks on popular hospitality venues.
Gold miner to enter top three after ‘perfect pairing’
Two West Australian gold explorers and producers are teaming up to create one of the nation's biggest gold plays, after an earlier suitor got the boot.
Hunt goes on for botched kidnap, extortion masterminds
Police have made a string of arrests over the botched kidnapping and murder of an 85-year-old grandfather, with an alleged ringleader now charged.
Translator ‘lost work’ after reporting anti-Semitism
As universities confront accusations they have downplayed anti-Jewish rhetoric, some academics say claims of anti-Semitism have diminished the right to protest.
Freight expectations: major port adds electric trucks
A major Australian transport hub swapped half its diesel trucks for electric models and the trial cut more than just fuel costs.
Motorists to pay price for US blockade, toll in strait
While the government is concerned about the impact on petrol prices, the opposition warns a US toll in the Strait of Hormuz would set a dangerous precedent.
‘One of the greats’: tributes flow for star actor Neill
Tributes for actor Sam Neill are being led by Australia and New Zealand's prime ministers as both countries mourn the death of the international superstar.
Blame cast for delay in Molly Ticehurst’s killer’s case
Legal funding cuts, staffing and prosecutors have been blamed for the latest delays in the case against the man who murdered a rural childcare educator.
Electric trucks to clean up soap, detergent deliveries
An electric prime mover will go into service on roads in one Australian capital, with the cleaner transport delivering cleaning products for a major brand.