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Climate warning turns up heat on efforts to net zero

Climate warning turns up heat on efforts to net zero

Australia must slash its emissions and reach net zero by 2035 or suffer the environmental damage that catastrophic warming could do, the Climate Council warns.

Dutton dethroner shares emotional journey to parliament

Dutton dethroner shares emotional journey to parliament

Dutton dethroner shares emotional journey to parliament

Dutton dethroner shares emotional journey to parliament

The MP who unseated Peter Dutton at the election has paid tribute to her late son during a heartfelt maiden speech that touched on a life-changing accident.

Brisbane goes for gold with $70b win from 2032 Olympics

Brisbane goes for gold with $70b win from 2032 Olympics

Brisbane goes for gold with $70b win from 2032 Olympics

Brisbane goes for gold with $70b win from 2032 Olympics

The next Olympic Games in Australia is forecast to inject more than $70 billion into the economy over 20 years but an expert has cast doubt over its legacy.

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Australian shares gain as miners rise, banks fall

Australian shares gain as miners rise, banks fall

The ASX200 has gained 0.1 per cent as losses for the big retail banks were outweighed by gains for mining giants BHP, Rio Tinto and Fortescue.

Fears another industry will fall victim to algal bloom

Fears another industry will fall victim to algal bloom

A peak industry body fears a toxic algal bloom gripping the coast has triggered a collapse in bookings, as the state government matches federal support funding.

Traditions dragged to the fore as parliament comes back

Traditions dragged to the fore as parliament comes back

Before MPs can debate any laws in the new parliament, traditions dating back hundreds of years first have to be followed.

The 'critical' data that could greenlight next rate cut

The 'critical' data that could greenlight next rate cut

Economists await key quarterly data that could put the odds firmly in favour of an August interest rate cut, as the Reserve Bank sheds light on its shock hold.

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History in making as World Court to advise on climate

History in making as World Court to advise on climate

History in making as World Court to advise on climate

History in making as World Court to advise on climate

Nations will soon have clarity on responsibilities to cut emissions under a hard-fought legal opinion spearheaded by Pacific states and initiated by students.

Police search for accused synagogue arsonist's motive

Police search for accused synagogue arsonist's motive

Police search for accused synagogue arsonist's motive

Police search for accused synagogue arsonist's motive

An accused synagogue fire bomber has faced court as prosecutors search electronic devices for a motive behind the alleged arson.

China set to dominate Aussie vehicle import market

China set to dominate Aussie vehicle import market

China set to dominate Aussie vehicle import market

China set to dominate Aussie vehicle import market

Almost half of new vehicles sold in Australia could be made in China within a decade, a study has found, as the nation moves to low-emission transport.

Push to sanction Israel as 'inhumane killing' decried

Push to sanction Israel as 'inhumane killing' decried

Push to sanction Israel as 'inhumane killing' decried

Push to sanction Israel as 'inhumane killing' decried

Australia has been urged to sanction Israel after the government signed a statement condemning the denial of aid for starving Palestinian civilians.

Solemn reflection as welcome ceremony spurs unity call

Solemn reflection as welcome ceremony spurs unity call

Solemn reflection as welcome ceremony spurs unity call

Solemn reflection as welcome ceremony spurs unity call

Welcome to country is a powerful way to begin parliament, the prime minister says, as the opposition leader calls for commitment to Indigenous progress.

Parliament returns with a flurry of pomp and ceremony

Parliament returns with a flurry of pomp and ceremony

Parliament returns with a flurry of pomp and ceremony

Parliament returns with a flurry of pomp and ceremony

MPs and senators have been sworn in as the 48th parliament gets under way with Labor beginning its second consecutive term in power with an expanded majority.

Workplaces urged to back equality and diversity efforts

Workplaces urged to back equality and diversity efforts

Workplaces urged to back equality and diversity efforts

Workplaces urged to back equality and diversity efforts

Australian leaders are being urged to foster inclusive and resilient workplaces while resisting global backlash to gender equality efforts.

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Four day week firms as win-win for workers and business

Cutting one day from the working week could reduce burnout and increase job satisfaction, a study has found, but it could also boost productivity.

Drowning rates fall but migrant risks remain high

Drownings among migrant and regional communities remain a concern despite a study showing water tragedies have more than halved across two decades.

Women redefining philanthropy sector despite barriers

Persistent barriers are preventing the growth of female-led philanthropy but experts say greater visibility and awareness of giving will help to drive change.

PM slams 'repulsive' Latham as Labor portrait remains

Anthony Albanese regrets that Mark Latham was ever made leader of the federal Labor Party, saying the state MP holds views he considers "repulsive".

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Political leaders come face to face on new battleground

Anthony Albanese and Sussan Ley have stood side by side as political leaders for the first time as they prepare for federal parliament to return.

'Incredibly disturbing': federal help for algae crisis

Millions of dollars in federal funding have been pledged to tackle a massive and toxic algal bloom choking life along a state's coast and waterways.

Australian shares come off the boil as financials cool

The ASX200 has finished down more than one per cent, giving back most of Friday's rally at the start of a "hectic week" for investors.

Leaner AMP hones retirement offering as Australia greys

Australia's growing ranks of retirees present a golden opportunity for a big name in the nation's superannuation to write a new chapter in its turnaround story.

'Honeymoon effect': Labor extends lead in latest poll

Labor has increased its lead in the first Newspoll since May's federal election, while the coalition has sunk to record lows.

Judge's ire as 'glacial' cattle export lawsuit plods on

A judge has slammed lawyers involved in a class action over live cattle exports to Indonesia, which has had little movement despite launching over a decade ago.

Lehrmann inquiry head's leak 'transparent, not corrupt'

An ex-judge who leaked documents from a probe into Bruce Lehrmann's rape prosecution was not corrupt but only wanted accurate reporting, a court has been told.

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