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Gas producer slams ideological folly, warns of shortage

Gas producer slams ideological folly, warns of shortage

A domestic gas producer has warned of rising power bills and energy shortages if significant headwinds, including green tape and activism, go unchallenged.

Old tactics to be used in trade negotiations with Trump

Old tactics to be used in trade negotiations with Trump

Old tactics to be used in trade negotiations with Trump

Old tactics to be used in trade negotiations with Trump

Australia will use a tried tactic to stop the US under a second Trump presidency from imposing tariffs on imports, as it looks to expand its role in disputes.

Another 300 jobs to go as low prices close lithium mine

Another 300 jobs to go as low prices close lithium mine

Another 300 jobs to go as low prices close lithium mine

Another 300 jobs to go as low prices close lithium mine

Another lithium mine has been shuttered as Mineral Resources looks to preserve cash, joining the ranks of firms trying to survive the battery mineral's slump.

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Stubborn emissions threaten to blow world carbon budget

Stubborn emissions threaten to blow world carbon budget

Extraordinary growth in renewable energy is not enough to offset the "humungous challenge" of Australia's fossil fuels, a carbon tracker warns.

Dutton supports abortion access, hits out at 'games'

Dutton supports abortion access, hits out at 'games'

Peter Dutton backs a woman's right to access abortion services, and has hit out at attempts to "play games" with a state-based issue.

Major Australian university launches 'AI first' policy

Major Australian university launches 'AI first' policy

University students will be encouraged to use artificial intelligence programs to complete assignments and research projects under a bold policy change.

Tabcorp served up fine for taking illegal tennis bets

Tabcorp served up fine for taking illegal tennis bets

Tabcorp has paid a more than $260,000 fine for accepting bets during 69 tennis matches while the sporting event was under way.

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Teens watching porn earlier spurs harmful attitudes

Teens watching porn earlier spurs harmful attitudes

Teens watching porn earlier spurs harmful attitudes

Teens watching porn earlier spurs harmful attitudes

Young women are being exposed to porn at a much earlier age and even though teenagers know it's harmful, they admit to learning about sex and dating from it.

One-third of referred telco complaints unresolved

One-third of referred telco complaints unresolved

One-third of referred telco complaints unresolved

One-third of referred telco complaints unresolved

One in three complaints made by telco consumers to the sector's ombudsman remained unresolved at the end of the latest reporting period.

Super fund in strife over $20m in delayed payments

Super fund in strife over $20m in delayed payments

Super fund in strife over $20m in delayed payments

Super fund in strife over $20m in delayed payments

Superannuation fund Cbus has been accused of failing to process $20 million worth of death and disability claims in a timely manner.

Australia pledges closer defence ties with Philippines

Australia pledges closer defence ties with Philippines

Australia pledges closer defence ties with Philippines

Australia pledges closer defence ties with Philippines

Defence Minister Richard Marles has held talks with his Philippines counterpart on Australian soil for the first time.

Coles calls out 'politicisation' of cost of living

Coles calls out 'politicisation' of cost of living

Coles calls out 'politicisation' of cost of living

Coles calls out 'politicisation' of cost of living

Politicians are unfairly attacking supermarket chains to provide answers to difficult questions about inflation, grocery giant Coles says.

Miners dig a hole for ASX again as commodities fall

Miners dig a hole for ASX again as commodities fall

Miners dig a hole for ASX again as commodities fall

Miners dig a hole for ASX again as commodities fall

The local bourse has ended 0.1 per cent lower as falling commodity prices hit energy and materials stocks.

Big police pay rise sparks ructions in other wage deals

Big police pay rise sparks ructions in other wage deals

Big police pay rise sparks ructions in other wage deals

Big police pay rise sparks ructions in other wage deals

Police and nurses point to a big pay increase for officers in one jurisdiction while threatening strike action as their wage negotiations deteriorate.

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Competition at Sydney Airport 'less than we like'

There is less competition at Australia's busiest airport than what the nation's consumer watchdog would like, as it supports reform of flight slots.

North skipper Kearney's AFLW All-Australian streak ends

North Melbourne captain Emma Kearney has missed out on an All-Australian nod for the first time in her AFLW career, while Hawthorn dominated the extended squad.

Better grocery competition in duopoly-free markets

German discounter Aldi believes grocery competition is stronger in markets that aren't dominated by two major players, like Australia's duopoly.

'It's a lifeline': relief as government hands Rex $80m

The federal government will provide up to $80 million to keep Rex regional routes operating, a relief for rural communities fearing for their future prosperity.

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Consumer confidence rebound wobbles following Trump win

The recovery in consumer confidence is gathering steam despite a blip following the United States election result last week.

Architect delivers a big home truth on Aussie housing

An architectural labyrinth has been installed at the National Gallery of Victoria - and its footprint is the size of the average newly-built Australian house.

Harbour cash splash turns into political fish fight

Conservation groups say the federal government's plan to save an endangered fish doesn't address the issues while the opposition says workers face uncertainty.

Offshore detainees 20 times more at risk of trauma

Refugees detained offshore by Australia were 20 times more likely to develop PTSD compared with those detained onshore for less than six months, a study found.

PM jets for trade talks in Peru as Trump tariffs loom

Australia will join leaders and officials from 20 global economies at a major trade summit as it works to diversify its economic relationships into Asia.

Former Tasmanian Labor leader eyes off federal tilt

Rebecca White, who led Tasmanian Labor to three state elections, will stand for the party in the electorate of Lyons at the next federal poll.

Australia aims to bolster Pacific banking, labour visa

The federal government is working on a solution to ensure a major bank maintains services in the Pacific while bolstering the integrity of financial systems.

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