Voice backers urge honest chats, not social media talk
The 'yes' and 'no' campaigns are mobilising ahead of the October 14 referendum to recognise Indigenous people in the constitution.
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Fight brews as business digs in over workplace reforms
Business groups have lashed out at "radical" reforms that will grant minimum pay rights to gig workers, claiming the government's proposals will drive up costs.
‘Stitch-up’: inquiry’s duck hunting ban call raises ire
Animal advocates are hailing an inquiry recommendation to ban recreational duck hunting in Victoria, as shooters and unions blast it as a "farce".
Investing in renewables will combat energy supply risk
There are significant risks to energy reliability without urgent investment in new sources of electricity, Australia's energy market regulator warns.
Jobs bonanza as AEC looks for 100,000 referendum staff
The Australian Electoral Commission has put a call out for thousands of workers to help with the Indigenous voice referendum.
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Qantas jettisons flight credit deadlines, faces new row
Qantas has scrapped the expiration date for nearly $500 million in flight credits but faces more public backlash with a watchdog taking the airline to court.
Snowy Hydro confirms project’s six-fold cost blowout
Snowy Hydro says its Snowy 2.0 project will now cost $12 billion, six times more than was originally forecast for the energy scheme.
Trump overstated his wealth by billions, NY A-G says
New York Attorney-General Letitia James says evidence in her civil case shows "repeated and persistent fraudulent use" by former US president Donald Trump.
Transport tsar reveals Minns friendship, Labor links
The NSW transport secretary has denied there is any conspiracy behind his appointment and declared Chris Minns a friend, which the premier later downplayed.
Action urged after report into 20 million fish deaths
Strong laws are useless if they're not implemented, conservationists say after a damning report into the cause of 20 to 30 million fish deaths in March.
US judge rules Trump election trial to start on March 4
Donald Trump is due in a Georgia court on September 6 to enter a plea in one case as a federal judge says his election trial will start in March 2024.
Senate push to force minister’s hand on flight decision
The government will face a push to reveal documents pertaining to the decision to block Qatar Airways from flying extra routes after being lobbied by Qantas.
Campaigners target crucial swing state for referendum
Adelaide voters are widely seen as crucial to the success of the Indigenous voice referendum, as the prime minister prepares to announce the poll date.
Defence spends $765m for air and missile defence system
New air and missile defence systems are being developed for the Australian Defence Force to protect Australia from potential threats.
Ministers hose down talk over Palaszczuk’s leadership
Queensland's treasurer has joined fellow senior ministers throwing their support behind Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk amid reports of discontent in Labor ranks.
‘Bill shock’: pet owner abuse pushing vets into despair
The father of a young vet who took her own life says the industry's damning mental health record would not be tolerated in other professions.
Qantas boss defends profit as senators press on prices
Qantas chief Alan Joyce acknowledges Australians are doing it tough as he defends the airline's billion-dollar profit and suggests cheaper tickets solutions.
WA MP found guilty of indecently dealing with a child
A jury has found West Australian MP James Hayward guilty of two counts of child sex abuse and acquitted him of two others.
Australian writer fears he may die in Chinese prison
The foreign minister has raised concerns about the health of a detained Australian in China as the government works to secure his release after numerous delays.
Consultants stand by Games costings despite big blowout
An inquiry examining Victoria's 2026 Commonwealth Games cancellation has grilled a major consulting firm over its role in developing the original business case.
Qld govt defends youth crime laws after ex-judge’s plea
The Palaszczuk government has defended its watch house laws after a former top appeals judge called for an end to "the race to the bottom" on youth crime.
Poor polling fails to dent PM’s voice vote confidence
The PM is confident the voice referendum will get up in WA despite poor polling, with academics saying dumped state heritage laws added to the fall in support.
Albanese jets west in the hope WA finds its voice
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is hosting cabinet in Western Australia as he declares the state isn't a write-off for the voice 'yes' campaign despite polling.
Human rights fury over bid to amend Youth Justice Act
A last-minute announcement of planned legislative amendments to the Youth Justice Act have outraged opposition parties in Queensland.
BRICS invites six nations to join developing world bloc
BRICS developing nations have invited six countries to join the bloc, promising to rebalance world bodies dominated by the US and other wealthy Western states.
Wagner chief Prigozhin ‘on board’ jet in fatal crash
A business jet crash in Russia has killed 10 people and Wagner mercenary chief Yevgeny Prigozhin was reportedly on the passenger list
Company profits raise concerns over living costs
Hefty profits reported this week by a trio of major Australian companies, including Qantas, are feeding into public debate about the rising cost of living.
New top cop, review after ‘tumultuous’ years for NT
The NT hopes to draw a line in the sand after three tough years for police, with a new chief and a comprehensive review of the force.
New home sales soar in SA after stamp duty cut
South Australia has welcomed a big jump in sales of new houses last month on the back of a $30,000 cut in stamp duty for first-home buyers.
Ageing population, climate to change face of economy
Australians 40 years from now will live longer and have fewer children while the country's economy becomes greener, a landmark reports shows.
Republican hopefuls trade barbs in presidential debate
The eight Republican hopefuls vying to take on US President Joe Biden in next year's election have taken to the stage in Milwaukee for their first debate.