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Solar boost could mean good news for renters, regions

Solar boost could mean good news for renters, regions

Environmental and community groups have welcomed a directive to boost funding for renewable energy projects in each state and territory.

Student's treatment after Hamas support 'inappropriate'

Student's treatment after Hamas support 'inappropriate'

Student's treatment after Hamas support 'inappropriate'

Student's treatment after Hamas support 'inappropriate'

The education minister says a university student expelled after declaring unconditional support for Hamas should not have been reinstated.

Chalmers buoyant about 2025, ahead of inflation data

Chalmers buoyant about 2025, ahead of inflation data

Chalmers buoyant about 2025, ahead of inflation data

Chalmers buoyant about 2025, ahead of inflation data

Treasurer Jim Chalmers remains confident 2025 will be better economically for Australians after struggles with the cost of living.

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Motoring body drives push for road safety ratings

Motoring body drives push for road safety ratings

Safety ratings on roads should be brought in by the federal government to guide major road funding decisions, the Australian Automobile Association says.

Bid for better education standards to fix skills crisis

Bid for better education standards to fix skills crisis

The business council is calling for new national targets to place Australia back in the top 10 in the OECD rankings across reading, maths and science.

Ten-year national road safety plan 'wildly off-track'

Ten-year national road safety plan 'wildly off-track'

Increases in Australia's road toll over the past four years have been at a level not recorded since 1966, before the introduction of seatbelts.

Man charged over vandalism of police tributes memorial

Man charged over vandalism of police tributes memorial

Police have charged a man after the words "evil" and "dogs" were scratched into a stone memorial to fallen police in another act of vandalism on monuments.

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Extreme fire risk as wind, dry lightning spark alerts

Extreme fire risk as wind, dry lightning spark alerts

Extreme fire risk as wind, dry lightning spark alerts

Extreme fire risk as wind, dry lightning spark alerts

Bushfires in two states have triggered warnings as extreme weather conditions place authorities on high alert as temperatures soar and winds increase.

Renewed 'never again' call on Holocaust remembrance day

Renewed 'never again' call on Holocaust remembrance day

Renewed 'never again' call on Holocaust remembrance day

Renewed 'never again' call on Holocaust remembrance day

A Holocaust survivor has spoken of the horrific ordeal to highlight the importance of remembering where racism can lead as anti-Semitism spikes in Australia.

Freeway cash splash as poll pitch enters the fast lane

Freeway cash splash as poll pitch enters the fast lane

Freeway cash splash as poll pitch enters the fast lane

Freeway cash splash as poll pitch enters the fast lane

A battleground state is being showered with hundreds of millions of dollars in poll pledges as Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton rev up unofficial campaigns.

'A Labor win is precious': PM dismisses worsening poll

'A Labor win is precious': PM dismisses worsening poll

'A Labor win is precious': PM dismisses worsening poll

'A Labor win is precious': PM dismisses worsening poll

Anthony Albanese remains confident of a second Labor term, despite a Newspoll showing more voters expect the coalition to win the next election.

Peaceful Invasion Day protests shut down city streets

Peaceful Invasion Day protests shut down city streets

Peaceful Invasion Day protests shut down city streets

Peaceful Invasion Day protests shut down city streets

Indigenous people and their supporters have marched in streets across Australia to protest Australia Day, saying January 26 is a day of mourning.

'Memories forever': Family proud as Daniher honoured

'Memories forever': Family proud as Daniher honoured

'Memories forever': Family proud as Daniher honoured

'Memories forever': Family proud as Daniher honoured

AFL legend Neale Daniher has been awarded the 2025 Australian of the Year for his advocacy in finding a cure, as his proud family watched on with joy.

Protests and parties across nation mark Australia Day

Protests and parties across nation mark Australia Day

Protests and parties across nation mark Australia Day

Protests and parties across nation mark Australia Day

Quiet reflections kicked off Australia Day commemorations before many attended protests while others opted for the beach.

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Crucial inflation readout to determine RBA rate call

Mortgage relief could be just around the corner if predictions of a faster-than-expected fall in price growth are borne out in ABS data released on Wednesday.

'Underestimated my whole life': PM makes election pitch

Anthony Albanese has pledged to take Australia in the right direction as he makes a pitch to voters, while hinting at when the federal election could be held.

Special agents: why AI promises to take over from apps

The next generation of artificial intelligence is coming to smartphones and experts say it could impact how you use your device for years to come.

Kasey Chambers finds heart and soul on the road again

After 25 years at the top of the music industry and with 14 ARIA awards to her name, Kasey Chambers has hit the road in a caravan to get back to her roots.

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One in ten road crash drivers on ice, study shows

New research indicates 17 per cent of drivers involved in road crashes have drugs or alcohol in their system.

Campaigners and Olympians recognised in honours list

More than 450 people have been recognised for their achievements in the 2025 Australia Day Honours List.

'Healing': Troy Cassar-Daley sweeps Golden Guitars

An emotional Troy Cassar-Daley has paid tribute to his family, as he took out five Golden Guitar awards at the Tamworth Country Music Festival.

Nation raises glass to honour third-generation vintner

A long-time winemaker with a "gift of the gab" has helped develop his family company into an industry leader while promoting co-operation with other labels.

How horses, pumpkins and corn flakes made a bush legend

A craft competition on the back of a cereal box, a deep love of horses and a quirky pumpkin festival have shaped one woman's life of service to rural Australia.

'We hope Hannah's proud': parents on mission to halt DV

Lloyd and Suzanne Clarke lost their daughter and three grandchildren to domestic violence and have been fierce advocates for criminalising coercive control.

Political honour for late minister and party stalwart

A late former Liberal minister who served in the cabinets of two prime ministers has been appointed a Member of the Order of Australia.

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