Top Stories Politics Courts General Finance Sport World FactCheck

Factual. Independent. Impartial.

Support AAP with a free or paid subscription

Subscribe to AAP News Download our app

Factual. Independent. Impartial.

Support AAP with a free or paid subscription

Subscribe to AAP News Download our app

Latest news: Australia

Strong labour force report dims rate cut prospects

Strong labour force report dims rate cut prospects

Interest rates are unlikely to fall soon after new data showed workers are being onboarded by employers in huge numbers, reflecting a resilient jobs market.

Scrap 'onerous' fines for aged care staff: union

Scrap 'onerous' fines for aged care staff: union

Scrap 'onerous' fines for aged care staff: union

Scrap 'onerous' fines for aged care staff: union

An overhaul of the aged care sector should remove large financial penalties for individual staff who breach the code of conduct, advocates say

Forget electric and focus on hybrid utes, inquiry hears

Forget electric and focus on hybrid utes, inquiry hears

Forget electric and focus on hybrid utes, inquiry hears

Forget electric and focus on hybrid utes, inquiry hears

Australia is not ready to make a full switch to electric vehicles, an inquiry has heard, as the technology cannot accommodate farmers and tradespeople.

Factual. Independent. Impartial.

Subscribe to AAP News

Already a member? Sign in here

'Can't censor stupidity': some embrace conspiracies

'Can't censor stupidity': some embrace conspiracies

A crackdown on misinformation and disinformation online is being criticised for overreach and stifling free speech while others want the laws to cover politics.

Supermarkets blamed most for cost-of-living woes

Supermarkets blamed most for cost-of-living woes

A new report reveals Australians lay the blame for the rising cost of living at the feet of supermarkets.

People at risk in hospital while waiting for NDIS care

People at risk in hospital while waiting for NDIS care

Almost 300 people with disabilities are waiting to be discharged from NSW hospitals because adequate NDIS supports are not in place, an inquiry has been told.

NZ zoning overhaul touted as solution to housing mess

NZ zoning overhaul touted as solution to housing mess

Inspired by overseas examples, business groups have called for changes to zoning laws and co-operative funding models to help solve housing supply issues.

Factual. Independent. Impartial.

Subscribe to AAP News

Already a member? Sign in here

'Limited evidence' rate hikes passed on to renters: RBA

'Limited evidence' rate hikes passed on to renters: RBA

'Limited evidence' rate hikes passed on to renters: RBA

'Limited evidence' rate hikes passed on to renters: RBA

Only a small fraction of higher interest costs are directly passed from indebted landlord to renter, fresh Reserve Bank of Australia research has found.

It's not you: banking outages are taking longer to fix

It's not you: banking outages are taking longer to fix

It's not you: banking outages are taking longer to fix

It's not you: banking outages are taking longer to fix

Digital payment services are under increasing pressure as Aussies ditch cash and they are mostly rising to the task, a Reserve Bank report has found.

Workplace hearing damage impacting one in 10 Aussies

Workplace hearing damage impacting one in 10 Aussies

Workplace hearing damage impacting one in 10 Aussies

Workplace hearing damage impacting one in 10 Aussies

Hearing loss, both inside and outside of work, is impacting a significant number of Australians, a survey has revealed.

No rebirth of baby bonus despite falling fertility rate

No rebirth of baby bonus despite falling fertility rate

No rebirth of baby bonus despite falling fertility rate

No rebirth of baby bonus despite falling fertility rate

The deputy prime minister says there are no plans to bring back the baby bonus after a record low for the nation's fertility rate.

Ukrainian president thanks Australia for tanks donation

Ukrainian president thanks Australia for tanks donation

Ukrainian president thanks Australia for tanks donation

Ukrainian president thanks Australia for tanks donation

Australia will gift 49 tanks to Ukraine's armed forces in its latest assistance against Russia's invasion, after denying a similar request for helicopters.

'More than hurtful words': Australia's systemic racism

'More than hurtful words': Australia's systemic racism

'More than hurtful words': Australia's systemic racism

'More than hurtful words': Australia's systemic racism

Racism is embedded in Australian society, according to a new report which has found it leads to marginalised groups receiving lesser health care and education.

CBA apologises, pays $7.5m fine after spam emails

CBA apologises, pays $7.5m fine after spam emails

CBA apologises, pays $7.5m fine after spam emails

CBA apologises, pays $7.5m fine after spam emails

Commonwealth Bank has been penalised after sending 170 million emails to customers with no way to unsubscribe.

Factual. Independent. Impartial.

Subscribe to AAP News

Already a member? Sign in here

Billions poured into defence precinct, creating jobs

Billions of dollars will be poured into a new defence precinct in WA, which is being touted as a rival to the mining industry for jobs and economic growth.

Aged care providers sound alarm on their own future

Half of residential aged care providers say they are losing money, as the industry raised concerns about how it'll cope with Australia's ageing population.

Australia admonishes Israeli, backs US Gaza aid call

Foreign Minister Penny Wong has condemned the number of civilian deaths in Gaza and backed an American ultimatum to Israel to force an rise in the flow of aid.

Australian shares march back from all-time high

The ASX200 has dropped 0.4 per cent, with every sector except financials losing ground.

Access five free articles per month

Subscription Options

Already a member? Sign in here

Qantas braces against carbon neutral greenwash claim

Australia's biggest airline has been referred to the consumer watchdog amid accusations it is misleading passengers about its green credentials.

Bulk of CFMEU probe evidence relates to coercion

Dozens of incidents within the embattled CFMEU are being investigated after it was placed into administration following criminal allegations.

'Invisible, sidelined': landmark count for fatal cancer

People with metastatic breast cancer often feel invisible but world-leading research to understand its prevalence could mean better support.

Slow economic growth set to continue into 2025

While there may be a slow uptick in economic growth in the near future, it will remain subdued into the 2025, a survey has predicted.

Millions of Australians stalked, women often targeted

Women are more likely to have been stalked than men, with one in seven Australians revealing they have been subjected to the behaviour since they were a teen.

Border security will struggle without shrewd investment

Australia will have difficulty in maintaining a secure border if it doesn't acquire new technology or or make "strategic" investments, the border chief warns.

PM focused on affordable housing despite home furore

Anthony Albanese says he's committed to increasing affordable housing, despite copping flak for buying a $4.3 million beach house with sweeping ocean views.

1 … 285 286 287 288

Topics

Politics Australia Crime, Law and Justice Unrest, Conflicts and War Economy, Business and Finance Environmental Issue Health Police Financial Markets Election International Relations Diplomacy Defence Energy Transport Housing and Urban Planning Road Transport Renewable Energy Air Transport Economy

No opinion, no spin, no agenda.

Support AAP News

Already a member?
Sign in here