New Queensland govt given short shrift on Games blowout
The Queensland government has been urged to scrap a 100-day Olympic infrastructure review and "get on with it" amid complaints over 2032 project cost blowouts.
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PM jets for trade talks in Peru as Trump tariffs loom
Australia will join leaders and officials from 20 global economies at a major trade summit as it works to diversify its economic relationships into Asia.
‘It’s a lifeline’: relief as government hands Rex $80m
The federal government will provide up to $80 million to keep Rex regional routes operating, a relief for rural communities fearing for their future prosperity.
Tough penalties under laws to tame tobacco turf war
Victoria will become the last Australian state to make businesses have a licence to sell tobacco, but the police boss says laws won't end a turf war overnight.
Biden, Harris together for first time since election
US Vice President Kamala Harris and President Joe Biden have appeared together for the first time since the election.
Indigenous groups want more from truth-telling inquiry
A minor party's proposed truth-telling commission needs major changes to succeed in addressing historical and contemporary injustice, Indigenous groups say.
Competition at Sydney Airport ‘less than we like’
There is less competition at Australia's busiest airport than what the nation's consumer watchdog would like, as it supports reform of flight slots.
Trump taps Marco Rubio as secretary of state: report
Donald Trump has reportedly selected US senator Marco Rubio to be his secretary of state and Mike Waltz as his national security adviser.
Trump, trade worries cloud COP29 climate summit
Nations are preparing for tough talks on finance and trade as the annual UN climate summit kicked off in Azerbaijan.
‘Most important in years’: key climate summit kicks off
Australia's climate change minister is urging his counterparts to adopt ambitious emissions targets as world leaders discuss the future for a warming globe.
Trump returns ‘border tsar’; Musk weighs in on Senate
Elon Musk has put forward his preference for a key US Senate role as president-elect Donald Trump said he was bringing back his former "border tsar".
Labor still ‘in box seat’ despite latest poll results
The latest opinion polling shows the coalition leads the government, but experts say Labor is still on track to be re-elected at the next federal poll.
CFMEU members urged to anonymously reveal experiences
Disgruntled construction union members can now anonymously reveal their experiences of unlawful conduct as a corruption investigation continues.
Students hopeful as Greens try to outbid Labor on debt
The Greens have called for all student debt to be wiped, saying the party's $74 billion plan will be a negotiating chip for a possible minority government.
Australian economy prepared for Trump: Chalmers
Treasurer Jim Chalmers believes Australia is well placed to deal with global financial shocks despite the looming threat of US tariffs.
Babies, pregnant mums to have greater RSV protection
The federal government will provide free access to vaccines protecting expectant mums and babies from respiratory syncytial virus.
Workplace culture at Parliament House has ‘a way to go’
Thirty cases of sexual assault or sexual harassment have been lodged with Parliament House's workplace support service in just nine months.
AUKUS sub deal safe under Trump presidency: expert
While doubts had been raised about the multibillion-dollar nuclear-powered submarine deal under Donald Trump, experts say the agreement won't be impacted.
Trade, investment centred as world leaders talk in Peru
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is preparing to travel to the APEC summit in Peru for discussions spanning free trade, renewable energy and critical minerals.
Biden, Trump to meet in the White House’s Oval Office
The White House says US President Joe Biden and incoming president Donald Trump will meet in the Oval Office on Wednesday.
Federal funding boost to electrify Australia’s big rigs
Leading Australian transport companies Linfox and Toll will add 54 electric trucks to their fleets in a bid to reduce emissions
Premier to keep score on cabinet’s performance
Queensland's Premier David Crisafulli has ordered his ministers to follow specific deliverables in charter letters when tackling the state's various issues.
US charges Iranian man over plot to kill Donald Trump
Details of an Iranian plot to kill Donald Trump before the presidential election have been revealed by the US Justice Department.
Man thrown lifeline backs whistleblower in court battle
A former tax official who blew the lid on heavy-handed debt recovery tactics has suffered a major legal blow in his fight for whistleblower protection.
Musk ‘joined Trump’s call with Ukraine’s Zelenskiy’
Tesla chief executive Elon Musk joined a call between Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy after the US election, it has been reported.
Baby Shark won’t bite: YouTube entertainers issue plea
Prominent Australian children's entertainers are urging the federal government to pardon YouTube from its proposed social media ban to save an industry.
Trump re-election won’t stop Aussies travelling to US
Donald Trump's re-election as president is unlikely to deter Australians heading to the US - and might even boost business travel.
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Electric cars could keep lights on in Australian homes
The batteries inside electric cars could be used to power households in Australia before the end of the year after the release of technological standards.
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Social media ban ‘unenforceable’, experts say
Keeping Australian children under 16 off social media will be unenforceable and tech giants should not be tasked with age verification, experts say.
Lions, Queensland cricket plea for new Brisbane stadium
Queensland Cricket and AFL club Brisbane hope to speak with the premier after sending a letter asking to back a new stadium ahead of the 2032 Olympics.
Ankle bracelet, curfew bypass ‘vulnerable to attack’
The immigration minister has swiftly imposed freedom restrictions on former detainees but there are concerns about whether they'll withstand a court challenge.