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Cyber watchdog puts 'nudifying' websites on notice

Cyber watchdog puts 'nudifying' websites on notice

The eSafety Commissioner is taking enforcement action against an overseas company accused of helping to make sexual images of Australian children.

Coal mine's generous diesel tax credits a fresh target

Coal mine's generous diesel tax credits a fresh target

Coal mine's generous diesel tax credits a fresh target

Coal mine's generous diesel tax credits a fresh target

A single coal mine could be in line for $44 million in fuel tax credits each year - money environmental campaigners would rather see in government coffers.

Tree-change trend slows but regions remain attractive

Tree-change trend slows but regions remain attractive

Tree-change trend slows but regions remain attractive

Tree-change trend slows but regions remain attractive

The rate of migration from capital cities to regional centres continues to outpace moves in the other direction despite slowing towards pre-pandemic levels.

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Climate finance crunch time at Pacific leader talks

Climate finance crunch time at Pacific leader talks

The existential threat of climate change and ever-intensifying regional rivalries will loom large over Pacific leader talks in Honiara.

Aged care staff to 'rise' to challenge of early places

Aged care staff to 'rise' to challenge of early places

The rollout of 20,000 home care places has been brought forward, but the minister in charge says he's confident sector workers can deal with it.

Growth figures, business data to dominate forecasts

Growth figures, business data to dominate forecasts

Unexpected economic growth will be closely watched for any hints of a cut to interest rates, ahead of key business and consumer confidence numbers

Not a millionaire? You can rent a masterpiece instead

Not a millionaire? You can rent a masterpiece instead

A government leasing program for Australian art that has amassed a collection worth $47 million is marking 45 years of lending out works.

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Shift needed to help young asthmatics breathe easier

Shift needed to help young asthmatics breathe easier

Shift needed to help young asthmatics breathe easier

Shift needed to help young asthmatics breathe easier

A peak body is highlighting National Asthma Awareness Week by driving a cultural shift in how asthma is treated in childhood - from relievers to preventers.

Test for Australia after World Court's climate reset

Test for Australia after World Court's climate reset

Test for Australia after World Court's climate reset

Test for Australia after World Court's climate reset

Now that the dust has settled on the World Court's landmark advisory opinion on climate, the young Pacific leaders behind it are mapping out next moves.

Dad's day a reminder to look after his mental health

Dad's day a reminder to look after his mental health

Dad's day a reminder to look after his mental health

Dad's day a reminder to look after his mental health

New fathers can struggle to adjust to the realities of parenthood but often don't seek professional help when navigating mental health challenges.

Bulldozers decimating koala habitats, advocates warn

Bulldozers decimating koala habitats, advocates warn

Bulldozers decimating koala habitats, advocates warn

Bulldozers decimating koala habitats, advocates warn

The government must act to protect koala habitats from bulldozers, which will destroy 4000 hectares in 2025 - the worst on record, a green group has warned.

Brotherly bond key to Birdsville Races epic journey

Brotherly bond key to Birdsville Races epic journey

Brotherly bond key to Birdsville Races epic journey

Brotherly bond key to Birdsville Races epic journey

From bare-back pony rides in the bush to the iconic Birdsville Races in the outback, three trainer brothers have forged a bond through their love of horses.

Outback ice-cream van serves sweet joy amid sorrow

Outback ice-cream van serves sweet joy amid sorrow

Outback ice-cream van serves sweet joy amid sorrow

Outback ice-cream van serves sweet joy amid sorrow

The Gee Whiz ice-cream van is a popular stop for perspiring punters at Birdsville, part of one man's mission to bring happiness after the death of his wife.

Latest phone chat points towards Albanese-Trump meeting

Latest phone chat points towards Albanese-Trump meeting

Latest phone chat points towards Albanese-Trump meeting

Latest phone chat points towards Albanese-Trump meeting

A phone call between Anthony Albanese and Donald Trump makes a face-to-face meeting of the two leaders more likely, experts say.

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The shame perpetuating our hidden mental health crisis

Porn addiction is Australia's hidden mental health crisis and experts are calling for more open public policies to reduce stigma and promote education.

Winds of change: reforms coming for renewable energy

Offshore wind technology could give Australia’s renewable energy a significant boost but projects are facing headwinds, both locally and abroad.

China-Australia jockeying heightens Pacific forum mess

Australia is working with the Solomon Islands to limit China's security presence after declaring Beijing has no role to play in policing the Pacific.

Balard strikes on debut as Socceroos down New Zealand

Max Balard has hit the ground running for the Socceroos, netting the match-winning goal in a 1-0 victory over New Zealand.

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Electric road fees push sparks-up to plug fuel tax gap

EV users are closer to paying road maintenance fees as the nation's treasurers meet to work out a way to fund a shortfall of drivers paying less excise on fuel.

Cash splash on Australian made 'world leading' drone

Australia is poised to spend hundreds of millions on a "world leading" drone it is developing, confident it can match any military.

Coles, Woolies staff stuck in mass underpayment case

A major supermarket failed to keep proper shift records and docked employees' pay for branded clothing, but four major underpayment lawsuits remain in limbo.

Softies take a hit as nation sours on sweetened drinks

Health organisations say data revealing fewer Aussies are drinking sweetened drinks is encouraging, but more work is needed to incentivise healthy choices.

Aussie shares end week lower after Wednesday wipeout

Interest rate-sensitive sectors helped the local market bounce back from its worst session in months, but wasn't enough to keep its four-week winning run alive.

PM talks up 'warm' Trump phone call but no meeting set

Anthony Albanese has held his fourth phone call with President Donald Trump, but there has been no update on the result of a critical US defence review.

The sport of kings, mates and memories in Birdsville

The Birdsville Races, which started as a meet for outback drovers, has become a bucket-list trip for old mates making new memories in the desert dust and heat.

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