Charm offensive on Aussie carbon dump for net-zero Asia
Costly carbon capture and storage could be the price Australia must pay for retaining emissions-intensive industrial jobs without pumping out more pollution.
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Trump plans to appeal conviction as donations flood in
Donald Trump's campaign says it has raised $US35 million from small donors after the former US president's conviction, nearly double its previous daily record.
Defeating Russia doesn’t mean we attack China: minister
Defence Minister Richard Marles will use a major speech to call on China to put greater pressure on Russia to end its invasion of Ukraine.
Funding woes put ballet school at risk of curtain call
Queensland Ballet's academy faces the prospect of closure, say the dance company's leaders who are calling for more federal funding to ensure its survival.
Ukraine energy funds ‘more efficient’ than sending coal
An extra $31 million in Australian aid for Ukraine's energy and humanitarian needs is more effective than shipping coal to the war-torn nation, Penny Wong says.
Hundreds of visas reinstated on ‘Australian connection’
More than 180 visa cancellations were overturned by a tribunal after the government ordered foreign nationals' connections with Australia be made a priority.
Attacks on US Consulate and MP’s offices condemned
Attacks by activists on the US Consulate in Melbourne and the offices of Labor politicians have been condemned by political leaders and the targeted MPs.
PM welcomes China dropping ban on beef exports
China has lifted suspensions from several Australian beef exporters and remaining sanctions could be gone in time for a high-level visit in Canberra.
Jury to resume deliberating in Trump hush-money trial
Deliberations in Donald Trump's historic hush-money trial enter a second day as jurors decide a verdict that could upend his bid to recapture the White House.
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Green bank unlocks cheap loans for home energy upgrades
Some $60 million in cheap loans is up for grabs as part of a $1 billion federal fund to encourage homeowners to install solar panels and batteries.
Trump proclaims innocence after hush-money verdict
Former US president Donald Trump has proclaimed his innocence after a New York jury found him guilty on all 34 counts in his hush-money trial.
Domestic violence surge sparks major funding boost
Family and domestic violence is rising in Queensland where the state government is directing millions of extra dollars towards frontline response and support.
Jury reaches verdict in Trump hush money trial
The jury has reached its verdict in Donald Trump's hush-money trial in New York, with an announcement expected shortly.
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Safeguards needed to police fake porn generation apps
Some phone apps and websites have little to no protections to stop people from using AI-image generation to create porn from photos without a person's consent.
Push for new 2032 stadium shut down by govt
A renewed push to build a new 2032 Brisbane Olympic stadium has quickly been shut down amid claims it does not fall under the funding envelope.
PM wants end to domestic violence but funding queried
Anthony Albanese says the rising rate of domestic violence is alarming, as a report found alcohol, gambling and pornography are some of its biggest drivers.
Building approvals muted and to stay subdued all year
Home building remains in the slow lane but the level of activity has likely stabilised as interest rates stay on hold.
Family violence shake-up flagged but details scant
Victoria is moving to overhaul family violence laws, but won't follow other states in slapping ankle bracelets on serious offenders.
Trump hush money trial jury ends day of deliberations
The first day of jury deliberation has ended in Donald Trump's New York hush money trial with jurors asking to re-hear potentially crucial testimony.
Gas industry rejects ‘leech’ tag over royalty freebies
The Australian government has been accused of letting gas companies get away with daylight robbery by not applying royalties on all of the nation's gas exports.
Tax cuts and tourist fees in NZ budget ‘clean-up job’
Income tax relief for Kiwis and higher fees for tourists have been revealed in the first budget of New Zealand's coalition government.
Jurors likely to deliberate in Trump hush-money trial
Jury deliberations in former US president Donald Trump's hush-money trial are expected to begin following closing arguments and a trial of almost six weeks.
Palestinian visas in the lurch as recognition bid fails
Parliamentarians are calling on the government to give Palestinians the same visa rights as Ukrainians as a bid to recognise a state fell flat in parliament.
Extraordinary weather causing disasters, PNG PM says
Papua New Guinean authorities have ramped up rescue efforts following a deadly landslide the prime minister blames on "extraordinary weather patterns".
Coal, gas communities should not be left behind: PM
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says communities with power stations that are closing down need to be supported as part of the transition to net-zero.
Next governor-general to meet King Charles in London
The next governor-general will visit King Charles in London as discussions about his planned Australia tour continue, amid issues around his health.
Corruption reports might be brought to light by reforms
Every recommendation of a corruption watchdog review will be adopted by the Queensland government, including the release of reports retrospectively.
Probe pressure builds on police over lead up to murders
A push is mounting for an independent probe into the actions of police before a double murder after the killer's family said they kept trying to warn officers.
Inflation disappoints and tempers hopes of rate cut
The monthly inflation gauge has bounced higher for a second month, moving the indicator further away from the Reserve Bank's target range.
Visa appeal tribunal told to go harder on criminals
An independent tribunal will be given a new direction after an initial order to consider someone's ties to Australia allowed a rapist to remain in the country.
Closing arguments conclude at Trump hush-money trial
Former US president Donald Trump's lawyer has argued prosecutors failed to prove he falsified documents in his hush-money trial, as closing arguments conclude.