‘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.
politics (general)
‘ISIS bride’ allegedly urged kids to be like terrorists
An "ISIS bride" is seeking bail despite allegations she showed her children propaganda videos and encouraged them to act like fighters while living in Syria.
Voters reject Hanson’s ‘monoculture’ with poll slump
Support for Pauline Hanson has fallen as rival parties say voters are starting to wake up to the reality of One Nation policies.
Digital age transformation for international arrivals
Less paperwork, shorter queues and streamlined security: the Brisbane Olympics is driving a digital revolution for international flights to Australia.
China officials warned over ‘provocative’ missile test
Australia has taken up Beijing's missile launch into the Pacific with a number of higher-ups within the Chinese Communist Party, one minister says.
‘No resources’: One Nation defends uncosted policies
Pauline Hanson's rising right-wing party has blamed deficient parliamentary resources for the lack of detail about how much its plans will cost.
Family violence victims to lose vital access to justice
Vital volunteers who help victim-survivors of family violence navigate the justice system will be ripped from family courts unless urgent funding is secured.
‘Courage’: tributes for firebrand newsman Derryn Hinch
The prime minister is leading tributes for firebrand broadcaster and former senator Derryn Hinch, who is being remembered for his uncompromising opinions.
‘Column of smoke’: coalition launches One Nation attack
An economic blueprint has been pitched by the coalition to win over voters as it warns One Nation won't be able to deliver on its promises to Australians.
economy (general)
economy, business and finance
online
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technology (general)
telecommunication service
Telstra outage heat dials up as calls mount for answers
Telstra faces demands from the government as to why it took hours to make an alert over a major outage as police investigate if a death is linked to the issue.
‘Deceiving’ AI tech to be expanded in Australia
Artificial intelligence technology can already blackmail humans and hack computer systems, a minister warns, and an Australian agency is testing its limits.
Right-wing rivals locked in ‘race to the bottom’: PM
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has taken a broad swipe at right-wing rivals, telling the Labor Party faithful they are only interested in airing grievances.
Lidia Thorpe MCG attack exposed as offender spared jail
Senator Lidia Thorpe's MCG attacker has avoided jail time as photos of the incident are revealed for the first time after a suppression order was lifted.
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energy
energy (general)
energy and resource
energy resources
energy saving
environmental issue
environmental politics
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politics (general)
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‘Don’t use the lights’: data centre boom sparks warning
Australia needs strict rules to govern data centre energy use amid reports US schools are being forced to switch off their lights to save power.
auto trends
automotive equipment
business enterprises
consumers
energy
energy saving
environmental issue
environmental politics
environmental pollution
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road transport
transport
Supermarket charges ahead with electric truck rollout
Groceries delivered by a major Australian supermarket could arrive quietly after a $22 million investment in next-generation trucks.
Liberals push for ‘discipline’ after party rebrand call
The Liberal Party's leaders are urging members to stay on target following a frontbencher's call for an overhaul as parliament nears its winter break.
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consumer goods
consumers
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environmental politics
environmental pollution
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road transport
state budget and tax
transport
State urged to pump the brakes on electric car charge
Health and transport experts are urging a state government to slow its plans for an electric vehicle tax and wait for a national approach.
Defence performance problems even worse than expected
As Labor gives Defence its biggest overhaul in half a century, performance issues within the department have been found to be worse than previously thought.
Bill Gates admits to three affairs in Epstein testimony
The US House Oversight Committee has released the transcript of its interview with billionaire Bill Gates as part of its investigation into Jeffrey Epstein.
Alarm as deadly bird flu strain lands in second state
Several migratory birds have been confirmed to be carrying the deadly strain of H5N1 bird flu, with urgent testing of other suspected cases.
Government Under Fire As Overcrowded Watch Houses Reach Breaking Point
Despite multi-million dollar funding promises, Queensland's watch house crisis continues to deepen. Hundreds of individuals, including young children, are still being trapped in adult holding cells meant only for short-term stays.
diesel fuel
economic policy
economy, business and finance
energy and resource
petrol
politics
politics (general)
unrest, conflicts and war
More fuel relief for motorists with halfway measure
Motorists will receive an extended discount on fuel but the savings will be lower as the government weighs budget costs against higher bowser prices.
Fuel excise extended but lower relief to come
Australians will get an extended discount on fuel but the savings will amount to less, as a tentative truce allows ships to move through the Strait of Hormuz.
Disabled people urge reflection as key report delayed
Disability advocates are urging the federal government to consider making changes to their planned reform of the NDIS as a final report is again delayed.
immigration
migration
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politics (general)
Hanson has voters riled up but no answers, Liberals say
The opposition is attempting to hit back at One Nation after Pauline Hanson's incendiary speech on immigration, the cost of living and a raft of other issues.
Top election official resigns in wake of bungled poll
An electoral commissioner has handed in his resignation after a state election that was plagued by a litany of problems.
Fast-track: electric trucks to hit Aussie roads faster
One company's plans to electrify heavy-duty transport will accelerate and expand to more towns after a multimillion-dollar investment.
‘Smokescreen’: Labor hits out at One Nation fundraising
Labor is painting One Nation as the party of billionaires, pouring scorn on claims the minor party has raised millions of dollars from grassroots supporters.
Audit shows fundraising is ‘ridgy didge’: One Nation
Pauline Hanson has brought in an auditor in a bid to prove a massive fundraising blitz was legitimate after Labor attempted to cast doubt on the cash influx.
Motorists set to pay more for fuel as tax cut ends
Motorists will face higher fuel prices at the bowser in the coming weeks as the federal government flags the end of the temporary cut to the excise.
Relief for workers with lifeline for ailing smelters
Smelter operator Nyrstar hasn't ruled out needing further taxpayer money after extra funds were announced to prop up two ailing facilities.