Ex-MP pipes up, stokes more Liberal takeover chaos
The Liberal Party has been plunged into more turmoil in NSW after a would-be administrator rejected being part of a federal rescue of the embattled division.
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Surprise state shines brightest in solar energy ranking
Victoria may have better coffee, NSW a more iconic bridge, but Queensland is winning the race for solar energy in a report card from the Climate Council.
End of the road for Qld’s electric car rebate scheme
In a move advocates say is premature Australia's most generous electric vehicle rebate scheme will end almost one year early.
ASIO boss argues comments on Gaza visas ‘distorted’
The ASIO director-general says his comments on the vetting process for people fleeing Gaza have been distorted, triggering a fresh round of political fighting.
Premier talks up Peter Dutton despite non-attendance
Tasmania's Liberal premier has declared a "blue wave" at upcoming state and federal elections following the recent ending of Labor rule in the NT.
Star unsuitable for casino after damning second probe
Star Entertainment is battling financial woes and uncertainty over the future of its Sydney licence after a fresh inquiry highlighted a litany of failures.
2032 seems miles away as Olympics plans hit an election
The Queensland premier's plan to upgrade an ageing athletics stadium for the 2032 Games may not come to fruition if Labor loses at the October election.
UN Secretary-General Guterres to start Pacific swing
The leader of the United Nations, Antonio Guterres, kicks off a two-week Pacific mission this week when he touches down in Samoa.
Calls for family violence funding to be election issue
A report card on Australia's progress in ending gender-based violence concludes more funding is needed, especially in crisis areas.
Women are terrorised but ministers avoid the T word
Youth Minister Anne Aly came the closest among federal ministers to compare treating family violence offenders like terrorism suspects.
Punted Lambies critical of ‘disrespectful’ senator
Two former Jacqui Lambie Network MPs kicked out of the party by the senator say she is difficult to work with and disrespectful.
More than 70 dead after militant attacks in Pakistan
Separatist militants in Pakistan have killed more 70 people in attacks on various sites including police stations, railway lines and highways.
Truckies, food riders and couriers fight for rights
Truck drivers, food delivery riders and parcel couriers are seeking fairer work conditions, which could pave the way for global reforms.
Thai king endorses Paetongtarn Shinawatra as PM
Thailand's king has approved Paetongtarn Shinawatra, the youngest daughter of former leader Thaksin Shinawatra, as the country's new prime minister.
Not ‘realistic’ Libs didn’t know deadline: commissioner
The NSW Liberals have threatened legal action after the state's electoral commission refused to extend a deadline for local government candidate nominations.
PM launches Gaza visa attack on ‘hypocritical’ Dutton
Anthony Albanese has defended the government's approach to issuing visas to Palestinians, accusing the opposition of confecting outrage on the issue.
Rate-cut hopes hit brick wall as RBA cements stance
Borrowers are being warned to not bank on any short-term relief on their mortgages as the RBA talks down hopes of an interest rate cut in 2024.
Blood, sweat and fears: laws may not protect workers
Changes to Australian privacy laws may not stop employers from requesting invasive medical tests with little explanation, a report has found.
Flights guaranteed for regional Rex Airlines customers
The federal government has guaranteed bookings on Rex Airlines as it goes through the administration process, as sacked workers call for their entitlements.
Amazon tests AI for audiobooks but new rules are coming
Amazon is testing AI-generated voices for audiobooks in the absence of guidance, its executives say, as government officials reveal AI rules are in the works.
50c fare trial produces near pre-pandemic patronage
Commuters have jumped on a six-month trial of near-free public transport fares with patronage levels close to pre-pandemic levels.
Broadband speed boosts slow NBN Co’s path to profit
More copper connections have been replaced with faster fibre over the past year, NBN Co has revealed, but the broadband boost proved expensive.
Pressure builds for gambling ad ban
As Australians continue to lose more to gambling than any other country in the world, pressure is mounting on both sides of politics to reform the sector.
Timber industry battles shift to man-made power poles
The timber industry has stepped up its fight against the phase out of wooden power poles in NSW - a move designed to make the network more fire resilient.
No guarantee of coverage for remote Australians post-3G
Farming families fear losing their access to health and education, as Telstra acknowledges some may lose connectivity in 3G closure.
‘National shame’: kids facing life on couches, in tents
For many of the 125,000 Australian children without stable housing, a life of disadvantage, crime and poor health outcomes await without intervention.
‘Human right’: Indigenous artefacts to return home
Indigenous Australian artefacts held in Canada will be returned to Queensland in a step towards truth-telling and healing.
Opposition leader can’t run state after claim: premier
The Queensland premier says the opposition leader is not fit for the top job after liquidators claimed he led a company that may have been trading insolvent.
Industry calls for $3b fund to clean dirty big trucks
A big investment will be needed to put more heavy-duty electric trucks on the road, an industry group says, as well as changes to support cleaner fuel.
Games village no longer earmarked for social housing
At least 2000 dwellings to be built for a major Brisbane 2032 Olympic athletes' village will not be offered as temporary social housing prior to the Games.
‘Battery passport’ call to solve electric car recycling
An influx of old electric vehicle batteries will pose a significant challenge but also an opportunity to recover critical minerals, an inquiry has been told.