‘Forests on the moon’: carbon credit reforms under fire
Reforms to Australia's carbon credits have divided an inquiry, with critics warning they will not do enough while others argue they could undermine confidence.
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Netanyahu set to remain caretaker PM after election
About 500,000 absentee ballots remain to be counted in Israel's general election, with no clear winner expected to emerge.
In the dark: solar recycling scheme delayed for months
A single complaint has stalled plans to recycle solar panels at a national level, with the federal government relying on a state government to lead the way.
One Nation leader shoots down abuse allegations
One Nation Victorian leader Warren Pickering says he won't entertain "false allegations" following reports his former partner has accused him of abuse.
Snowy 2.0 exit cost unknown despite price blowout
One of Australia's largest energy projects will need more government funding to reach completion, but the cost of giving up has not been calculated.
Premier defiant despite bruising pre-election poll
Weeks out from a state election, a Labor premier remains optimistic despite polling that suggests the 12-year-old government will be shown the door.
Bushfire bill blows out to $6b a year as climate warms
Researchers have put a figure on the growing toll of bushfires in Australia but say better preparation could prevent billions of dollars in losses.
Man charged over life-threatening attack on federal MP
A man is facing multiple charges over a life-threatening and allegedly targeted attack on independent MP Helen Haines outside her electorate office.
Shock as MP critically injured in ‘deliberate’ attack
Counter-terrorism authorities are investigating a life-threatening attack on Helen Haines outside her electorate office that has left colleagues in shock.
Trump waives many Russia-related sanctions and tariffs
Donald Trump has put on hold a sweeping new sanctions package targeting the Russian economy, telling Congress the pause is in the national interest.
Australia should ‘roll out red carpet’ for data centres
Clear rules and less 'green tape' are needed to ensure tech giants don't abandon Australia and take investments elsewhere, a climate leader warns.
Greens exploring legal options for harassment probe
Greens leaders are examining avenues for an investigation into the alleged behaviour of Senator Jordon Steele-John, noting his right to procedural fairness.
Economists to pore over jobs data, Reserve Bank minutes
Australia's labour market is expected to continue to soften, even though small businesses are hanging on to workers despite growing cost pressures.
India braces for second day of major protests
India's capital of Delhi is bracing for a second day of protests after the leader of the "Cockroach" youth movement was released from custody.
‘No time for him’: Hanson gives her Liberal leader pick
One Nation's Pauline Hanson has offered to work with the coalition, but has dismissed the current Liberal leader as the best man for the job.
Rain fails to dampen climate mission at pre-COP31 event
The government has defied critics and bad weather to highlight climate threats to Pacific nations but pre-COP31 also turned the spotlight on its commitments.
Trump says Russia to supply diesel to global markets
US President Donald Trump says Russia will supply diesel fuel to the global markets after a conversation with President Vladimir Putin.
Israel scolds pick amid Pillay Nobel Peace Prize praise
Navi Pillay, a South African-born jurist and ad hoc judge at the International Court of Justice, has won the Nobel Peace Prize.
First Palestinian election since 2006 set to be delayed
Palestinian factions are discussing delaying legislative elections planned for November due to logistical issues in Gaza.
Questions cloud coalition plan for migrant care staff
The coalition maintains aged care workers will not be impacted by plans to slash migration, despite the sector's high reliance on temporary visa holders.
Besieged nation warns COP31 can’t be climate talkfest
The tiny Pacific nation of Tuvalu has hosted presidents and prime ministers to demonstrate the starkest impacts of rising sea levels before major climate talks.
Australia backs energy as it cops heat at climate talks
Australia has pledged millions of dollars to boost renewable energy in the Pacific but faces criticism from other nations over fossil fuel exports.
Higher tax take puts federal budget on stronger footing
Australia's deficit for the past financial year is smaller than expected, but rising borrowing costs mean the fiscal outlook is still gloomy.
Grieving dad backs vow to axe scheme cutting jail terms
A controversial law that shaves time off prisoners' sentences for good behaviour under certain conditions would be axed with a change of state government.
Bad news comes in twos: cash rate and CPI set to rise
Australian mortgage holders can expect more borrowing pain when the Reserve Bank board meets, with an interest rate hike almost universally anticipated.
Footy codes unite on Aussie rules’ big day
A decades-old club tradition has again hosted a who's who of politics and Aussie Rules ahead of AFL's biggest day, where an unlikely star stole the limelight.
Parliament reports still stacked in government in-tray
Dozens of parliamentary reports remain unanswered by government months after they were handed down, while others are brushed with stock responses.
Pubs to go to the dogs in premier’s pre-election pitch
A decades-old ban on dogs inside pubs would be overturned in one state as an incumbent government seeks to win voters over ahead of an upcoming election.
Xi arrives in Washington to rare Trump airport welcome
Donald Trump has welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping to Washington for a three-day visit where tensions over trade, technology and Tehran will play out.
Jobs data last piece in puzzle for Reserve Bank board
Unemployment data is not expected to deter the Reserve Bank from hiking interest rates for a fourth time in 2026 when it meets later in September.
EU opens door for Canada associate member status
Allied relationships must be "urgently reimagined", said European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen as she proposed Canada associate membership.