‘No silver bullet’ to solving housing affordability
The head of the federal government's independent housing council says ambitious targets to create new homes should still be made even if they're not met.
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Troubled casino operator seeks tax relief to stay open
Troubled casino operator Star Entertainment is seeking tax relief from the Queensland government as it battles to keep a $3.6 billion project open in Brisbane.
Grenfell Tower fire inquiry blames UK govt and industry
Years of failures by government and industry made London's Grenfell Tower a "death trap" where 72 people were killed, a damning report on the 2017 tragedy says.
‘Kill switch’ considered to tackle high-risk AI
Artificial intelligence has been met with both concern and hype but government guidelines could help regulate its use in high-risk situations.
Calls to come under one roof to tackle housing crisis
The number of Australian renters is set to grow as available homes dwindle and prices soar, prompting calls for the government to come together on solutions.
Fading economy yet to unlock rate cuts for watchful RBA
The economy might be slowing but the Reserve Bank chief wants inflation to moderate further before opening the door to interest rate cuts.
Harris campaign accepts rules to debate Trump
Microphones will be muted when candidates aren't speaking in next week's US presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump.
Slowing growth impacts women’s financial equality
It remains two steps forward and one step back for women's financial equality with experts saying gender norms are fuelling the gap.
Red meat, nuclear power off the climate response menu
Australia must cut emissions more quickly and fairly, environmental and social advocates say, while investors welcome clarity from an official climate review.
Premier refers ex-union boss to police after site rants
Victoria's premier has referred John Setka to police after the former CFMEU boss gained access to a second government construction site.
‘I did it my way’: Bill Shorten to retire from politics
Former Labor leader Bill Shorten has announced his retirement from politics after almost 17 years in the halls of Parliament.
US accuses Russia RT workers of election influence bid
The US has seized Kremlin-run websites and announced criminal charges as part of its efforts to resist Russian attempts to influence the presidential election.
Concerns raised before hospital deaths report: expert
An expert says concerns were raised with the Queensland government well before a review found inadequate staffing contributed to deaths at a mental health unit.
Chiding for pro-Palestinians who ‘usurped’ Mardi Gras
A magistrate has issued stern remarks to pro-Palestine activists who stormed the Sydney Mardi Gras with flares as he sentenced them to good behaviour bonds.
Macron names former Brexit negotiator as new French PM
President Emmanuel Macron has made former Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier France's new prime minister after weeks of talks following an inconclusive election.
Putin teases he backs Harris and her ‘infectious’ laugh
A day after two Russian media executives faced election tampering charges, Russian President Vladimir Putin has teased he will back Kamala Harris for president.
‘Horrific’ figures as DV services given funding boost
Frontline services supporting women and children fleeing domestic violence won't get an immediate funding boost, as Australian leaders agree to a new package.
Shorten trades politics for ‘ironic’ career move
After a 17-year career in Parliament House, Bill Shorten will stick around in the nation's capital as the next vice-chancellor of the University of Canberra.
Landmark move by NT Labor after crushing defeat
NT Labor has appointed the first Aboriginal woman to lead a major political party in the nation's history as it regroups after a devastating election loss.
Gloomy growth, interest rates sore points for Treasurer
The economy is stuck in the slow lane and Treasurer Jim Chalmers says that's by design, with higher interest rates necessary to tame inflation.
Feds step in to take over embattled state Liberals
Two Victorians are among three ex-politicians who will take command of the NSW Liberal Party after factional rifts and admin failures beset the division.
Senator ‘needs to nail Higgins’ lie’, trial told
Linda Reynolds' lawyer says Brittany Higgins must be restrained from further defaming his client, as the high-profile case draws to a close.
Ex-MP pipes up, stokes more Liberal takeover chaos
The Liberal Party has been plunged into more turmoil in NSW after a would-be administrator rejected being part of a federal rescue of the embattled division.
Palestinian-Australians deride visa debate as alarmist
Australians are being asked to remember the human impact of war as those fleeing Gaza are caught in the middle of a public debate over visa security checks.
Economy stuck in slow lane as households tighten belts
The Australian economy is barely growing as higher borrowing costs and inflation keep a lid on household consumption.
Big batteries win taxpayer support after hectic auction
Big batteries with enough energy storage to power one million homes have been selected for taxpayer funding in the first round of a capacity investment scheme.
Cash splash to boost canoe slalom world championships
Two levels of government have invested in hosting the canoe slalom world championships in Australia after the sport's success at the Paris Olympics.
Higgins’ claim not workplace sexual harassment: lawyer
Linda Reynolds' lawyer has told a defamation trial Brittany Higgins' alleged rape in parliament house wasn't workplace sexual harassment.
Fines for feeding crocodiles bite harder
People who feed or interact with crocodiles will face harsher penalties under new public safety measures.
Early childhood education faces ‘workforce crisis’
Demand for early childhood education is soaring as the population grows but the sector is bleeding workers.
CFMEU launches High Court challenge over administration
The CFMEU has launched legal proceedings in the High Court against the commonwealth after its construction arm was placed into administration.