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'A new path': independent turns tables in recount scrap

'A new path': independent turns tables in recount scrap

A teal independent has been declared the winner in the electorate of Bradfield by a tiny margin after a recount, but her Liberal rival is yet to concede defeat.

Australian shares surge towards record close

Australian shares surge towards record close

Australian shares surge towards record close

Australian shares surge towards record close

Australian shares have rallied as Australia's largest company hit a share price record, while weaker than expected GDP figures boosted interest rate cut hopes.

RAMS franchisees hit back over Westpac 'blame shifting'

RAMS franchisees hit back over Westpac 'blame shifting'

RAMS franchisees hit back over Westpac 'blame shifting'

RAMS franchisees hit back over Westpac 'blame shifting'

Franchisees in a Westpac subsidiary accused of misconduct have challenged the findings and the bank's resulting termination of agreements.

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State branded climate change capital as emissions swell

State branded climate change capital as emissions swell

Greenhouse gas emissions have returned to near record levels in one state, where a decision to extend a gas plant's life has sparked nationwide protest.

Economy stalls as private sector fails to pick up slack

Economy stalls as private sector fails to pick up slack

More rate cuts might be needed to boost Australia's fragile economy with soft household consumption figures contributing to stalled growth.

Combat might be launched from Australia: defence chief

Combat might be launched from Australia: defence chief

Australians are being told by the nation's chief of the defence force to prepare for a possibility where combat operations are launched from home soil.

'Invisible' sexual violence impacting community safety

'Invisible' sexual violence impacting community safety

Addressing the rates of sexual violence in Australia will require sustained investment, experts say, calling for justice system reforms to support survivors.

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Australia seeks 'best deal' after UK tariff carve-out

Australia seeks 'best deal' after UK tariff carve-out

Australia seeks 'best deal' after UK tariff carve-out

Australia seeks 'best deal' after UK tariff carve-out

Donald Trump's decision to grant the UK a tariff exemption offers some hope for Australia as the prime minister prepares for talks with the US president.

Australia's big car love affair still fuelling sales

Australia's big car love affair still fuelling sales

Australia's big car love affair still fuelling sales

Australia's big car love affair still fuelling sales

SUVs and utes have proven the big sellers on Australian car lots in May but the popularity of hybrid and electric vehicles is accelerating.

New beginning for Greens after senator's defection

New beginning for Greens after senator's defection

New beginning for Greens after senator's defection

New beginning for Greens after senator's defection

The Greens have taken their first steps towards a fresh start by unveiling new portfolio allocations following some major political setbacks.

Wage rise not enough for lowest-paid workers: union

Wage rise not enough for lowest-paid workers: union

Wage rise not enough for lowest-paid workers: union

Wage rise not enough for lowest-paid workers: union

Australia's lowest-paid workers still won't have a liveable income despite an upcoming annualised 3.5 per cent boost in the minimum wage, trade unions say.

Maps reveal 'obstacle course' for migrating whales

Maps reveal 'obstacle course' for migrating whales

Maps reveal 'obstacle course' for migrating whales

Maps reveal 'obstacle course' for migrating whales

More information on whale migrations could help pave clearer and safer pathways through intensifying human activity.

Tech giant sued over sleep aid foam inhalation 'risk'

Tech giant sued over sleep aid foam inhalation 'risk'

Tech giant sued over sleep aid foam inhalation 'risk'

Tech giant sued over sleep aid foam inhalation 'risk'

Recalled Philips sleep apnoea devices posed dangers for users inhaling or ingesting small pieces of foam due to degradation, a government lawsuit claims.

Australia must ease zoning to fix housing crisis: OECD

Australia must ease zoning to fix housing crisis: OECD

Australia must ease zoning to fix housing crisis: OECD

Australia must ease zoning to fix housing crisis: OECD

Australia's economic growth forecast for 2025 has been downgraded by the OECD, as Donald Trump's tariffs set back the outlook for the global economy.

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Banks help Australian shares climb to three-month high

The Australian share market is at three-month highs after a positive session, shrugging off global trade tensions and ongoing geopolitical risks.

Unions hail pay boost for millions of low-paid workers

Workers on minimum award rates will be given one of the highest above-inflation pay increases in history to help redress falling living standards.

Child support system 'broken' and being weaponised

A report has found Australian parents are not getting the necessary help from the child support system when they are the victims of financial abuse.

'Serious test' for Greens as senator defects to Labor

The Greens will need to decide what they stand for, as the minor party is accused of having lost its way after a second Indigenous senator quits its ranks.

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RBA hints at more interest rate cuts if tariffs worsen

Uncertainty in global markets from Donald Trump's tariffs could lead to the Reserve Bank being more aggressive with interest rate cuts.

Hammer falls on crypto ATMs over scams, laundering

Australia's adoption and use of cryptocurrency ATMs is on the rise, but so too is their use to scam society's most vulnerable out of millions of dollars.

Space to Gympie and beyond: satellite texts go live

Telstra has begun rolling-out the nation's first satellite to mobile texting service, a move the telco hopes will keep rural Australians better connected.

Strip clubs to education hubs hacked in password grab

Online criminals have compromised thousands of websites, including those of Australian businesses, in an attempt to steal users' passwords.

How red tape removal became a progressive rallying cry

Decades of creeping over-regulation are holding back the housing, infrastructure and research Australia needs, a federal Labor MP says.

Urgent call for type-O blood donations amid shortages

Australians have been asked to roll up their sleeves as blood storages for O negative and O positive reach their lowest levels in two years.

Study reveals factors for men's violence against women

An Australian-first study has revealed the risk factors that can influence men's violent behaviour, including paternal relationships and mental health.

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