China drops heavy tariffs against Australian winemakers
China has abolished heavy tariffs on Australian wine that were imposed at the height of diplomatic tensions in 2020.
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Fiji PM orders removal of Chinese police officers
Fiji's Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says he has ordered the repatriation of Chinese police officers.
Swift blip hides weak consumer that bodes well for RBA
Cost-of-living pressures are forcing consumers to rein in their spending across most goods and services to afford one-off cash splashes.
Premier bullish on stadium despite unclear parliament
Tasmania's premier is confident stadium plans attached to the state's AFL licence can progress despite an election delivering a hung parliament.
Fears Alice Springs youth curfew could inflame tensions
Tensions are simmering on Alice Springs' streets as an emergency curfew takes effect, with critics of the response saying it could make the situation worse.
Victorian tobacco licences to smoke out ‘dodgy’ sellers
Victoria will become the last state to adopt a tobacco licensing scheme in a bid to combat dodgy outlets selling under-the-counter cigarettes.
Solar largesse shines on coal industry in sunset
Australia's former fossil fuel hubs could play a significant role in the nation's energy transition as the government makes a major manufacturing commitment.
Sally Capp to stand down as Melbourne lord mayor
Melbourne Lord Mayor Sally Capp, who led the city through the dark days of the COVID-19 pandemic, is quitting after six years in the top job at town hall.
Olympic chiefs play down Brisbane Games progress fears
Time is on the side of organisers for the Brisbane 2032 Games and there is no need to panic over progress, the International Olympic Committee says.
Home builders want training costs reflected in pay call
The minimum wage decision should take into account the cost of training workers to plug skills gaps, a key home building lobby group says.
Minister sinks talk of Trump torpedo for nuclear subs
Cold water has been poured on claims a Donald Trump presidency would threaten Australia's acquisition of nuclear powered submarines.
Olympic champ questions handling of Brisbane Games
World swimming champ Ariarne Titmus has taken aim at the Queensland government's Brisbane 2032 infrastructure plan, saying it needs to think about its legacy.
Disability scheme overhaul transforms access to support
An overhaul of the government's disability scheme could change the way Australians access support funding and give powers to the program's watchdog.
Inflation holds steady but services prove stubborn
Consumer prices are growing at the same annual pace as last month, with Taylor Swift concerts fuelling a minor uptick in hotel prices in the big cities.
‘Nowhere to hide’, FIFO police targeting crime hotspots
A new Queensland Police operation using a fly-in-fly-out approach will deploy officers to high crime areas across the state in a bid to reduce repeat offending.
Consumers hit in decade-long ‘jihad on gas’, users say
Investment delays or ending projects to develop gas reserves could result in a worse supply outlook, a regulator warns, as pressure on the industry intensifies.
Questions over urgency to grant new deportation powers
Laws that Labor is trying to ram through the parliament to give the immigration minister stronger powers to deport detainees have been sent to an inquiry.
Ai Group backs minimum wage increase of 2.8 pct
Business groups want the industrial umpire to proceed with caution on its annual minimum wage call as unions vie for a bigger boost to help workers get ahead.
Assange wins temporary reprieve from extradition to US
The United States must provide assurances Julian Assange will not face the death penalty if extradited, London's High Court says.
MP details allegations of secret AFL drug tests
Allegations from a whistleblowing doctor of secret illicit drug tests to allow AFL players to avoid detection have been outlined by federal MP Andrew Wilkie.
UK court orders to delay extradition of Julian Assange
A British court has ruled Julian Assange can't immediately be extradited to the US on espionage charges, in a partial victory for the WikiLeaks founder.
Australia calls on Israel to let humanitarian aid flow
A UN Security Council resolution for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and increased humanitarian aid into the besieged strip has been backed by Australia.
MPs to skip Paris as Brisbane Olympic venue row rages
Queensland will not send any ministers to the 2024 Olympics after backing a controversial infrastructure plan for the Brisbane Games 2032.
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Middle of the road: compromise for utes, SUVs in rules
Rules to lower vehicle emissions in Australia will involve compromises for utes and some large four-wheel-drive vehicles following industry negotiations.
‘We’re concerned’: states revolt over NDIS cost fears
State and territory leaders are calling for transparency about NDIS costs as they push back against planned reforms, which they say are being rushed.
‘Time to move on’: Labor leader walks, calls for change
Rebecca White is calling for leadership renewal in the Labor Party as she stands down following her third failed attempt to win government in Tasmania.
NZ calls out China-backed cyber attack on parliament
China remains a "very good friend", New Zealand's intelligence minister says, despite a Beijing-backed cyber attack on the NZ parliament and MPs.
Immigrants to face jail if they refuse deportation
Laws aimed at pre-empting a new High Court challenge have cleared the first hurdle, as Labor rushes through measures making it easier to deport asylum seekers.
Cards fall Crown’s way in casino licence ruling
Gaming giant Crown can keep operating out of its Melbourne mega-casino after a watchdog ruled the scandal-riddled business has cleaned up its act.
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‘Deliberate demand destruction’ stinging gas consumers
Western Australia faces an immediate gas supply risk triggered by the rush to run the nation on renewable energy, an audience of business leaders has heard.
Free RSV immunisations for babies amid surge in cases
A free RSV vaccine which could prevent thousands of babies and young children from being admitted to hospital is being rolled out in Queensland.