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'A no man's land': Aussie stuck in New Caledonia unrest

'A no man's land': Aussie stuck in New Caledonia unrest

A Brisbane woman who says New Caledonia resembles a war zone as food runs out is begging the government to help her and other Australians come home.

Divided nation not yet 'supercharged' for climate race

Divided nation not yet 'supercharged' for climate race

Divided nation not yet 'supercharged' for climate race

Divided nation not yet 'supercharged' for climate race

Generous tax incentives could help get critical minerals projects over the line but climate advocates want to see them partnered with strong emissions targets.

Nuclear option costs 'six times more' than renewables

Nuclear option costs 'six times more' than renewables

Nuclear option costs 'six times more' than renewables

Nuclear option costs 'six times more' than renewables

Establishing nuclear energy in Australia would require significant taxpayer support and private investment, meaning power bills would go up, modelling confirms.

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Father of NRL Broncos star arrested on drugs charges

Father of NRL Broncos star arrested on drugs charges

The father of Brisbane Broncos NRL star Payne Haas is facing extradition to Indonesia after being arrested on drug charges in the Philippines.

Dairy farmers concerns at Fonterra's 'step change'

Dairy farmers concerns at Fonterra's 'step change'

Dairy farmers say the news that dairy giant Fonterra is considering selling its Australian processing assets creates industry uncertainty.

Aust shares drop but chalk up another winning week

Aust shares drop but chalk up another winning week

The ASX200 has fallen 0.9 per cent, giving up half of Thursday's gains, but still finished the week 0.8 per cent higher.

Macarthur betting probe: Who is Ulises Davila?

Macarthur betting probe: Who is Ulises Davila?

Ulises Davila has been charged over allegations he was involved in a football betting scheme. But who is Macarthur's maverick Mexican captain?

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Australians told to keep getting medicines after hack

Australians told to keep getting medicines after hack

Australians told to keep getting medicines after hack

Australians told to keep getting medicines after hack

There's no indication Australians need to replace their Medicare cards after a cyberattack on an e-prescriptions company, authorities say.

Rental vacancies ease as political housing brawl stirs

Rental vacancies ease as political housing brawl stirs

Rental vacancies ease as political housing brawl stirs

Rental vacancies ease as political housing brawl stirs

A small lift in vacancy rates offers a ray of sunlight for renters as challenges in the housing market become a sharper focus for the major political parties.

More fire ants found outside containment zone

More fire ants found outside containment zone

More fire ants found outside containment zone

More fire ants found outside containment zone

Authorities are concerned after fire ants were again found well outside Queensland's containment zone.

Dutton's target on migrants a 'race to the bottom'

Dutton's target on migrants a 'race to the bottom'

Dutton's target on migrants a 'race to the bottom'

Dutton's target on migrants a 'race to the bottom'

A coalition plan to slash migration has been labelled as "xenophobia" and Labor is being urged not to allow the "racist trope" to dictate the housing debate.

Car rules could help Aussies catch up in electric race

Car rules could help Aussies catch up in electric race

Car rules could help Aussies catch up in electric race

Car rules could help Aussies catch up in electric race

Australian motorists are likely to get more low-emission vehicle options in coming years, groups say, after changes to transport laws won approval.

Federal funds lay groundwork for net zero industries

Federal funds lay groundwork for net zero industries

Federal funds lay groundwork for net zero industries

Federal funds lay groundwork for net zero industries

Labor says it is laying the groundwork for emerging low-carbon industries by sinking millions into a feasibility study for a water project in South Australia.

Half a million Aussies not prepared for 3G shutdown

Half a million Aussies not prepared for 3G shutdown

Half a million Aussies not prepared for 3G shutdown

Half a million Aussies not prepared for 3G shutdown

Half a million Australians may have devices that can't contact triple zero after the 3G shutdown, as telcos ramp up efforts to keep customers connected.

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Australia applies sanctions for North Korea arms supply

Australia is imposing targeted financial sanctions on entities associated with North Korea’s illegal export of arms to Russia.

Funding package to help women who suffer miscarriages

A $9.5 million funding package to help women who have experienced miscarriage has been announced by the federal government.

IKEA to piece together electric truck charging network

The Swedish furniture giant will install chargers for electric vans and trucks at all of its local stores in a move designed to inspire low-emission deliveries.

DV motion on prevention a 'line in the sand'

Independent MP Zali Steggall says the time for talk on domestic violence is over, following bipartisan backing for a parliamentary motion.

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Fuel efficiency standards secured in Labor-Greens deal

A political deal on offshore gas projects has paved the way for new vehicle standards, with cars and utes sold from 2025 to have stricter conditions attached.

Dutton pledges to slash migration to fix housing crisis

Peter Dutton has laid out a plan to get Australia "back on track" in his budget response that would crack down on migration and international students.

Senator's Palestine remark ignites fiery debate

A Labor senator who accused Israel of genocide against Palestinians has been rebuked by the government and opposition but backed by party members.

China trade block drop on cards as premier visits

The remaining trade impediments against Australian lobster and abattoirs could be dropped ahead of a trip by the Chinese premier and commerce minister.

eSafety Commissioner threatened over X takedown notice

Australia's internet cop has contacted the NSW and federal police after receiving threats and abuse and becoming concerned for the safety of her family.

Pressure coming off RBA as jobs market loses some heat

The Australian workforce is expanding faster than employers are opening up new positions, which should help the Reserve Bank in its fight against inflation.

Protesters defy new demands to remove university camps

Pro-Palestine protesters at a second university are considering occupying a building as students defy orders to pack up encampments.

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