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Scientists give testimony in Torres Strait climate case

Scientists give testimony in Torres Strait climate case

Scientists have begun giving evidence in a landmark climate case at the Federal Court in Melbourne, where Torres Strait Islanders are challenging the government

Albanese turns focus to Pacific leaders' climate talks

Albanese turns focus to Pacific leaders' climate talks

Albanese turns focus to Pacific leaders' climate talks

Albanese turns focus to Pacific leaders' climate talks

Hundreds of leaders, officials and activists are meeting at the Pacific Islands Forum in the Cook Islands, with climate change a focus of the summit.

Life expectancy dropped in Australia during COVID

Life expectancy dropped in Australia during COVID

Life expectancy dropped in Australia during COVID

Life expectancy dropped in Australia during COVID

The life expectancy of Australians dipped during the COVID-19 pandemic, but statisticians say it's nothing to worry about.

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Australian family flees Gaza war-zone to safety

Australian family flees Gaza war-zone to safety

An Australian family of three has fled the violence-stricken Gaza Strip through the Rafah border into Egypt, but another 76 Australians remain in the war-zone.

Emissions higher in mossy wetlands with brumbies: study

Emissions higher in mossy wetlands with brumbies: study

An Australian-first study has found carbon dioxide emissions from alpine peatlands are higher in areas disturbed by feral horses.

Westpac axes PwC as embattled firm announces job cuts

Westpac axes PwC as embattled firm announces job cuts

Westpac has ended its relationship with external auditor PwC as the under-fire firm continues to face setbacks after a leaking scandal.

More China trips flagged as Australia warned of tempest

More China trips flagged as Australia warned of tempest

Anthony Albanese's trip to China could pave the way for further visits as Australia waits for its biggest trade partner to drop remaining sanctions.

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Hydrogen-powered 'flying car' to be used in emergencies

Hydrogen-powered 'flying car' to be used in emergencies

Hydrogen-powered 'flying car' to be used in emergencies

Hydrogen-powered 'flying car' to be used in emergencies

An Australian company developing a hydrogen-fuelled aircraft capable of flying for up to 1000km has received a $5.4 million boost.

New Magellan chair looks to reassure shareholders

New Magellan chair looks to reassure shareholders

New Magellan chair looks to reassure shareholders

New Magellan chair looks to reassure shareholders

Magellan Financial has a strong balance sheet despite its shrinking funds under management and struggling share price, new executive chair Andrew Formica says.

Threatened species list grows as bushfire season looms

Threatened species list grows as bushfire season looms

Threatened species list grows as bushfire season looms

Threatened species list grows as bushfire season looms

More than 20 plants and animals have been added to the government's threatened species list as politicians look ahead to another challenging bushfire season.

Whooping cough outbreak 'well overdue', experts say

Whooping cough outbreak 'well overdue', experts say

Whooping cough outbreak 'well overdue', experts say

Whooping cough outbreak 'well overdue', experts say

Experts say an outbreak of whooping cough is on the horizon and could infect tens of thousands of Australians going into the Christmas period.

Cost of living no downer for Aussies' illicit drug use

Cost of living no downer for Aussies' illicit drug use

Cost of living no downer for Aussies' illicit drug use

Cost of living no downer for Aussies' illicit drug use

Methamphetamine and cocaine use has increased in Australia to the highest levels recorded since 2020, according to wastewater monitoring data.

'Differences shouldn't define us': PM wraps up in China

'Differences shouldn't define us': PM wraps up in China

'Differences shouldn't define us': PM wraps up in China

'Differences shouldn't define us': PM wraps up in China

Anthony Albanese is finishing his historic trip to China by reflecting on the importance of diplomacy as the world navigates serious challenges ahead.

PM faces climate talks heat from Pacific neighbours

PM faces climate talks heat from Pacific neighbours

PM faces climate talks heat from Pacific neighbours

PM faces climate talks heat from Pacific neighbours

Anthony Albanese heads to the Pacific Islands Forum as concerns mount on the blue continent about climate change and its nuclear-free status.

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Cup day rate hike extends finishing line for borrowers

Mortgage-holders have been hit with another interest rate rise as the Reserve Bank intensifies its fight against inflation.

Aust shares break winning streak as RBA lifts rates

The ASX200 has finished down 0.3 per cent in its first losing day this month after the Reserve Bank raised interest rates for the first time in five meetings.

New cycling star Plapp switches to Australian team

National cycling champion and Paris Olympics hopeful Luke Plapp has moved to Australian team Jayco-AlUla after ending his time early with Ineos Grenadiers.

Tas govt lashes Plibersek over salmon industry warning

Tasmania's Liberal government has accused federal Labor of trying to kill off its salmon industry, amid a feud over how best to save an ancient species.

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'Tip of the iceberg': 30 tonnes of illegal vapes seized

The Australian Border Force and the TGA have seized tonnes of illegal vapes, but the health minister says more must be done.

Turnbull warns Albanese against making Israel visit

Former prime minister Malcolm Turnbull says Anthony Albanese should not make a solidarity visit to Israel, arguing it would not achieve anything.

Extra car chargers for EV enthusiasts without garages

The government has lowered the electric vehicle bar to entry by introducing 50 new street-side car chargers.

Australia confident in subs plan as navy chiefs gather

Navy chiefs have gathered in Australia and a high-level US delegation is preparing to come Down Under as the defence minister warns of perilous times.

Funds for research on violence against Indigenous women

Social Services Minister Amanda Rishworth has announced funding for Indigenous-led research into violence against First Nations women and children.

Telehealth should cover specialist appointments: AMA

The Australian Medical Association doesn't agree with a proposal to scrap Medicare funding for initial telehealth appointments with non-GP specialists.

Malay Muslim engineer leads Christmas, Cocos Isles

Farzian Zainal, a fourth-generation Malay Muslim, is the first locally-born and bred Australian administrator of the Christmas and Cocos Islands.

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