Australia could double the number of household solar batteries installed in a year, figures reveal, as consumers rush to take advantage of a subsidy.
Australia has been granted a rare reprieve from higher US tariffs on its goods but officials haven't given up hope of the levies being removed entirely.
US President Donald Trump has expanded on remarks he had made about banning Jeffrey Epstein from his private club in Florida two decades ago.
More than two in every three creative workers want the federal government to restrict the use of artificial intelligence to protect their jobs.
YouTube will be included in a social media ban for children under 16, but uncertainty surrounds how the world-first laws will be enforced.
The White House is under growing pressure to release more information about the Justice Department's investigation into convicted financier Jeffrey Epstein.
Small nuclear reactors are by far the most expensive new build energy-generating projects, a study has found, while renewable sources remain the cheapest.
The prime minister is facing growing pressure to recognise a Palestinian state as prominent figures within Labor's ranks issue a clarion call to action.
Australia should set bolder targets to cut pollution and produce renewable energy, the UN says, to secure green exports and avoid further climate harm.
The US and China sides will refrain from introducing new tariffs or other steps that could escalate the trade war for another 90 days, a report says.
US President Donald Trump is increasingly frustrated with his administration's handling of the furore around Jeffrey Epstein, the Washington Post reports.
Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to an "immediate and unconditional" ceasefire following days of deadly border clashes, Malaysian leader Anwar Ibrahim says.
Australians are being reassured cost-of-living relief is still on the federal government's agenda as it prepares to legislate changes to make medicine cheaper.
Quarterly inflation data will dominate the economic agenda this week, while dwelling approvals, retail sales and property price figures will also be revealed.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has submitted a new bill restoring the independence of the country's anti-corruption agencies
A state MP has been found guilty of sexually abusing two men - including a teen - during his time in office, with a question mark now hanging over his future.
Australia's most senior politicians have denounced Israel's denial of aid to starving civilians in Gaza in their strongest intervention on the conflict to date.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has confirmed Australia's second AUKUS payment to the United States.
The Republican and Democratic heads of a US congressional committee have written to Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth to stress their support for AUKUS.
Australia has been urged to sanction Israel after the government signed a statement condemning the denial of aid for starving Palestinian civilians.
Borrowers are hoping for clarity on the Reserve Bank's next moves as an unexpected jump in unemployment firms the case for an interest rate cut.
Brisbane's Olympic Games organising committee has cut 10 members, including powerbrokers and Olympians, after a 100-day review said it should be streamlined.
Tasmania's Liberal leader has claimed an election victory with his party securing more seats than Labor but he will have to woo independents to govern.
A director has resigned in another setback for a beleaguered DNA lab that had major failings over a number of years exposed by back-to-back inquiries.
Australians are being warned about possible further rises in unemployment after a shock jobless rate jump that has strengthened the case to cut interest rates.
Concerned parents are investigating all options to ensure the safety of their children after a childcare educator was charged with abuse.
The prime minister has wrapped up an almost week-long visit to China but the opposition is still calling for ties with allies like the US to be prioritised.
The prime minister's tone on during his China trip has been defended as diplomatic and respectful as the opposition called for him to be more forceful.
Visiting Chinese cultural icons will pay dividends for Australia, the prime minister says as the opposition claims parts of his trip seem indulgent.
European Union representative Maros Sefcovic is set to meet US officials in Washington DC for trade talks.
Countries are being urged not to bow to Donald Trump's trade demands as Australia's treasurer prepares to meet with his global counterparts.
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