Pacific’s dwindling banking services in the spotlight
The first Pacific Banking Forum will investigate why banking services are dwindling in the region and consider how to ensure a sustainable financial system.
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Can Europe ‘Trump-proof’ NATO, as Biden falters?
NATO allies are gathering in Washington for a summit this week and the elephant in the room will be the prospect of Donald Trump returning to power.
Biden carries on campaigning as Democrats mull options
Pressure on embattled President Joe Biden from Congress is likely to ramp up in the coming days as donors mull their willingness to keep funding his campaign.
Next stop … good public transport that actually works
Australia's suburbanites are too often relegated to a life of car-dependency that is polluting the climate and leaving streets more congested and less safe.
New UK PM vows to fix ‘botched’ Brexit deal
New British Prime Minister Keir Starmer wants a better relationship with Brussels as he vowed to rip up the "botched" deal struck by Boris Johnson.
Biden campaigns in Pennsylvania, braces for defections
President Joe Biden has urged supporters to stay unified at a rousing black church service in the critical battleground state of Pennsylvania
Housing lending falls after three months of growth
Both owner-occupier and investor lending slid in May after three months of growth, based on official Australian Bureau of Statistics data.
Coalition makes minor gains, trails Labor overall: poll
The federal coalition has made some gains on Labor but still trails the government overall, a new poll shows.
Forum seeks fix for Pacific’s sinking banking services
The driving forces behind banking services cuts in the Pacific and how to prevent a mass exodus is being investigated at an inaugural forum in Brisbane.
Russian missiles strike Kyiv in rare daytime attack
Explosions have been reported in Ukraine's capital Kyiv and other cities in what appears to be a rare daytime missile attack by Russia.
Attacks on Ukraine kill 20, children’s hospital hit
Russian missiles have killed more than 20 people and hit a children's hospital in a wave of deadly strikes across Ukraine.
Home lending slips but still well ahead over the year
Both owner-occupier and investor lending slid in May after three months of growth, yet the total value of loans is holding up as property prices rise.
China-backed hacker group unmasked by Australia, allies
Australia has for the first time led the unmasking of a malicious cyber group linked to the Chinese government and targeting public and private sector networks.
Funding injection to help keep banks in Pacific
The federal government will inject millions into shoring up banking services in the Pacific, with the treasurer urging Australian banks to stay in the region.
Biden tells Democrats he’s ‘committed’ to 2024 race
US President Joe Biden has told Democrats in Congress that he is "firmly committed" to his re-election campaign.
‘Adult time’ plan for kids won’t stop crime: advocates
The Queensland opposition's plan for children to serve adult sentences for serious crimes will not stop reoffending, advocacy groups say.
Gas before nuclear ‘thought bubble’ in net-zero race
More gas will keep the lights on in Australia's most populous state but nuclear power remains a pipe dream, the NSW energy minister says.
Special envoy to address anti-Semitism in Australia
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has appointed businesswoman Jillian Segal to be a special envoy to combat anti-Semitism, as he calls for social cohesion.
Pacific banks to be boosted with federal funding
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has urged Australian banks to stay in Pacific nations, with $6.3 million set aside to provide support to the finance sector in the area.
Use frozen Russian funds to build new hospital: envoy
Ukraine's ambassador in Australia has called for action against Russia and aid for his nation after a children's hospital was hit by a deadly missile strike.
China-backed hackers blamed for espionage, data theft
China has hit out at Australia over "groundless smears" after a state-sponsored group was accused of hacking attacks, renewing tensions between the nations.
Pacific banking bolstered with federal $6 million boost
Banking services in Pacific nations will be strengthened with $6.3 million from the federal government, as Australian financial services are urged to stay.
Gas before nuclear ‘thought bubble’ as coal reign ends
Gas will keep the lights on in Australia's most populous state, the NSW energy minister says, while dismissing a proposed nuclear power option.
‘Get on with each other’: envoy targets anti-Semitism
Businesswoman Jillian Segal has been appointed as a special envoy to combat anti-Semitism, with a similar role for for Islamophobia soon to follow.
Dirty cash flow into Australia risks global reputation
Drug traffickers, terrorists and other criminal groups exploit Australia's extensive trade relations to mask illicit financial transactions, regulators warn.
‘Universe of devastation’: PM mourns spate of DV deaths
The prime minister has expressed heartbreak over "futures torn away" by domestic violence but is facing criticism over the funding of frontline services.
Embattled Biden greets NATO allies at summit in US
The leaders of members of NATO are visiting the United States as President Joe Biden hosts a summit of the military alliance.
Australia urged to use frozen Russian funds on hospital
Australia's Ukrainian diaspora has condemned a deadly attack on a children's hospital as the nation's ambassador calls for aid and action against Russia.
Community pressure builds over youth crime crisis
Police, legal experts and youth workers will sit down with the Victorian government in a bid to assuage community concerns about rising youth crime.
Watchdog beefed up after cop’s decades of abusing boys
Government has accepted all recommendations of a review into decades of child sexual abuse by a police officer, including victim compensation and new powers.
Smart meters to keep the lights on, one home at a time
Some $50 million for the latest home energy tech aims to help consumers save money by controlling car charging, solar panels, batteries, hot water and aircon.