N Korea condemns UK, Australia and NZ for surveillance
North Korea has called out the UK, Canada, Germany, New Zealand and Australia to immediately stop their "blatant military intervention in the Asia-Pacific".
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Top brands in the slow lane with electric car policies
Some of the world's biggest vehicle manufacturers are slowing progress on electric cars, a report has found.
New resources tax not a ‘fair return’ for Australians
A parliamentary inquiry has ruled in favour of offshore petroleum tax changes but critics say Australians will still not get a fair return on their resources.
Cattle group to fight EU’s beefed up deforestation laws
Cattle producers will come up their own version of deforestation ahead of tough new EU laws, but conservationists warn it threatens to exacerbate the problem.
On your bike, take a hike: paths get $100m budget boost
This year's federal budget will include the biggest cash injection in active transport options in more than a decade.
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Gas guzzler or petrol pincher: call for better car data
A green group says drivers should be given more information about the vehicles brought to Australia under the upcoming New Vehicle Efficiency Standard.
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Rooftop solar, electric cars could solve energy puzzle
Savvy households could lead Australia's transition to clean energy with solar panels, batteries and electric cars, a report has found, but reforms are needed.
Call for DV package to also target changing violent men
A new push to prevent domestic violence in NSW must address men's behavioural change program waitlists and expand resources across the state, providers say.
Grocer monopoly price-gouging Torres Strait Islanders
Company monopolies and the need to have goods shipped from Cairns has left Torres Strait Islanders paying over-the-top food prices in Queensland.
Training boost to repair electric car mechanic shortage
Changes to a national apprenticeship scheme could have more mechanics learning to fix electric vehicles at a critical time for the industry, experts say.
Disaster operations delayed training for army aviation
An inquiry into a fatal chopper crash that killed four ADF members has been told of the impact domestic operations has had on the military.
Bonza passengers in limbo as planes grounded for longer
Bonza's fleet will be idle or a few more days as administrators hold talks with stakeholders and determine the airline's future.
Electric and hybrid vehicles racing ahead in the ‘burbs
More electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles are hitting the streets in outer suburbs where drivers are in the box seat to save the most money on petrol.
Path to healing as First Nations inquiry starts work
The members of the truth-telling and healing Inquiry intended to further close the gap of First Nations Queenslanders have been announced.
Why ‘noisy’ electric cars could save Australian lives
New rules will force electric and hybrid vehicles to make sounds at low speeds next year, in a move that could save the lives of Australian pedestrians.
Modi v Gandhi contest heats up as Indian poll rolls on
Almost one billion people are eligible to vote in India's seven-phase general elections that began on April 19 and conclude on June 1.
‘Fight to clear name’ at Daryl Maguire visa fraud trial
Disgraced ex-MP Daryl Maguire will have to wait over a year for a criminal trial where he is expected to fight a charge he committed visa fraud in rural NSW.
Star head says casino not suitable for licence
Star Entertainment Group's executive chair says its Sydney casino will need ongoing supervision to ensure the business"keeps focused" on its remediation plan.
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Electric cars to make bigger impact than electric homes
Laws to reduce vehicle emissions are on track to make a bigger environmental impact than disconnecting gas appliances, according to a study.
Star’s ex-chief shown door after preparations for ‘war’
Messages discussing going to "war" with the regulator may create challenges despite one of the leaders who sent them being terminated, a Star director says.
Star head says ‘war’ messages sent in heat of moment
The executive chair of casino operator Star says he was "trigger happy" when sending private messages discussing readying for war with the NSW regulator.
‘Multiple red flags’ missed as Star clients skimmed $3m
A senior executive from Sydney's The Star casino has admitted there were many chances to pick up a multimillion-dollar fraud at the facility.
Social media users warned after Sydney conspiracies
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has told social media users to think "before you press send" following the Bondi Junction shopping centre massacre.
Youth crime committee dissolved after political tension
A committee tasked with delivering solutions to youth crime and support to victims has been disbanded just seven months after it was established.
China bristles at defence rise that might not be enough
China has weighed in on Australia's move to spend extra money on defence under a new strategy, but experts are concerned about several areas of the plan.
Flak flies over flight noise, fixes at second runway
A simple solution to aircraft noise plaguing suburbs is introducing a night curfew and capping the number of flights, community advocates say.
Israel calls on Australia to impose ‘extreme measures’
Australia is being urged, alongside the wider international community, to impose "extreme measures" on Iran in the wake of its attack on Israel.
Renters could save $1300 a year with solar rollout
Renters, apartment dwellers and low-income households could save thousands on energy bills if the government staged a national solar rollout, a study has found.
Curfew, flight caps proposed to counter aircraft noise
The simple solution to aircraft noise plaguing suburbs is introducing a night curfew and capping the number of flights, community advocates say.
PM downplays commission criticism on manufacturing push
The chair of the productivity commission has raised concern the Future Made in Australia Act could increase reliance on government funds.
Now is the time to be ready for war, Kim tells N Korea
North Korea will deal a "a death blow" to any enemy if they opt for military confrontation, leader Kim Jong-un says.