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Surge in deadly strep A infection prompts vaccine calls

Surge in deadly strep A infection prompts vaccine calls

Melbourne researchers are pushing for more clinical trials for strep A vaccines as new research shows a significant rise in Australian cases.

Stars band together to get Aussie music rocking again

Stars band together to get Aussie music rocking again

Stars band together to get Aussie music rocking again

Stars band together to get Aussie music rocking again

Leading performers are part of a high-voltage, $69 million group backed by the federal government to help the music industry regain its swagger.

Iluka Resources to pause production after profit slump

Iluka Resources to pause production after profit slump

Iluka Resources to pause production after profit slump

Iluka Resources to pause production after profit slump

Iluka Resources has reported a slump in first-half profit and will shutter a major kiln as global economic uncertainty depresses demand for some commodities.

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Super to shield coffers from pension hit as Aussies age

Super to shield coffers from pension hit as Aussies age

The $3.5 trillion superannuation pool is predicted to grow and shield the budget from higher aged pension payments as Australians age and live longer.

Music legend John Farnham receives cancer 'all clear'

Music legend John Farnham receives cancer 'all clear'

Music legend John Farnham has revealed he is clear of cancer and thanked supporters in a message 12 months on from a major surgery.

Australia to seek trade breakthroughs at G20 summit

Australia to seek trade breakthroughs at G20 summit

Trade issues will be in the spotlight as ministers from the largest economies prepare to meet in India ahead of the G20 leaders' summit.

From Raider to sparky, NRL star leads tradie treechange

From Raider to sparky, NRL star leads tradie treechange

Former Raiders and St George Illawarra player Josh McCrone has found a new life as a sparky in rural NSW, as Australian tradies consider leaving the capitals.

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Industry data casts doubt on 2030 clean energy target

Industry data casts doubt on 2030 clean energy target

Industry data casts doubt on 2030 clean energy target

Industry data casts doubt on 2030 clean energy target

A clean energy investment snapshot shows Australia may be charging into the battery era, but poor planning and transmission gaps risk failure on 2030 targets.

Germany eyes Australia's strategy to counter China

Germany eyes Australia's strategy to counter China

Germany eyes Australia's strategy to counter China

Germany eyes Australia's strategy to counter China

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock says Europe is keeping a close eye on Australia's foreign policy as it seeks to counter China's growing aggression.

Moderate MP pleas for Liberals to reclaim 'vast middle'

Moderate MP pleas for Liberals to reclaim 'vast middle'

Moderate MP pleas for Liberals to reclaim 'vast middle'

Moderate MP pleas for Liberals to reclaim 'vast middle'

Liberal MP Julian Leeser is urging his party to undertake cultural reform to reconnect with middle Australia and boost female and multicultural representation.

Australian shares edge higher as tech firms soar

Australian shares edge higher as tech firms soar

Australian shares edge higher as tech firms soar

Australian shares edge higher as tech firms soar

The Australian share market has finished up 0.1 per cent with the tech sector enjoying a stellar day thanks in part to Altium and Megaport.

Close eye on generative AI risk of child abuse, terror

Close eye on generative AI risk of child abuse, terror

Close eye on generative AI risk of child abuse, terror

Close eye on generative AI risk of child abuse, terror

Generative AI could be used to create child abuse images, promote terrorism and scam people if it fell into the wrong hands, a regulator warns.

Stan Grant takes 'constructive' role after quitting ABC

Stan Grant takes 'constructive' role after quitting ABC

Stan Grant takes 'constructive' role after quitting ABC

Stan Grant takes 'constructive' role after quitting ABC

The former host of Q+A will lead a new institute promoting "constructive" media after quitting the national broadcaster amid controversy and racist abuse.

Olympics boss 'confident' in Brisbane games organisers

Olympics boss 'confident' in Brisbane games organisers

Olympics boss 'confident' in Brisbane games organisers

Olympics boss 'confident' in Brisbane games organisers

Australian Olympic officials and Brisbane 2032 games organisers have been quizzed about their preparations for the world's biggest sporting event.

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City-state friction on plan to ban new gas connections

A major city council is looking to impose its own ban on gas connections in new developments but the state government opposes its independent move.

Five areas earmarked to boost living standards, wages

Treasurer Jim Chalmers says Australia is one of the nations best-placed to respond to global economic headwinds, given the strength of its labour market.

'Right chair for the right time': Ita's ABC term to end

The ABC will get a new chairperson in 2024 after Ita Buttrose confirmed she won't seek a second term as head of the public broadcaster.

Meta 'mindful of impact' in lead-up to voice vote

Meta has become almost synonymous with hate speech, but the social media giant is trying to shake off its reputation in the lead-up to the voice referendum.

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White House security tsar spruiks Aussie resolve

US national security adviser Kurt Campbell has spruiked Australia's deep commitment to partners in the Pacific region as he warned of Chinese provocation.

NDIS 'magic pudding' as government tackles spend growth

Service providers are treating the NDIS as though it was limitless but authorities are aiming to curb spending growth, the scheme's architect and minister say.

Coles profits rise as consumers skimp on eating out

Consumers are increasingly turning to supermarkets to ride out the cost-of-living squeeze, with Coles experiencing strong growth in sales revenue.

Firing up Indigenous knowledge puts heat on land care

Farmers, fire practitioners and Indigenous leaders are tapping into 60,000 years of experience to improve land management practices around the country.

Distraction still deadly behind wheel of driverless car

Research on distracted motorists behind the wheel of an autonomous vehicle shows road regulators should impose strict limits to avoid accidents, academics say.

BHP warns on tax, productivity after plunge in profits

Profits and dividends are down at BHP on lower commodity prices, but the mining giant says it is managing inflationary pressures better than its rivals.

Justice Stephen Gageler to become next High Court chief

The Albanese government has announced Justice Stephen Gageler will replace retiring High Court chief justice Susan Kiefel in November.

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