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Calls for more UK investment as trade tariffs stripped

Calls for more UK investment as trade tariffs stripped

A free trade agreement has led to a threefold increase in Australian goods flowing into Britain after the pact came into force.

'Patriot' Pat Farmer arrives in Sydney to back voice

'Patriot' Pat Farmer arrives in Sydney to back voice

'Patriot' Pat Farmer arrives in Sydney to back voice

'Patriot' Pat Farmer arrives in Sydney to back voice

Former Liberal MP Pat Farmer has arrived in central Sydney as part of his almost 15,000km run around the country in support of the Indigenous voice referendum.

Woodside fatality, safety lapses mar strong first half

Woodside fatality, safety lapses mar strong first half

Woodside fatality, safety lapses mar strong first half

Woodside fatality, safety lapses mar strong first half

Woodside has reported a six per cent jump in profit to $A2.7 billion, but the death of contractor Michael Jurman has overshadowed its strong performance.

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Lithium mega-trend drives Allkem to record $525m profit

Lithium mega-trend drives Allkem to record $525m profit

Lithium producer Allkem credits hard-rock production in Australia and brine ponds in Argentina for an "outstanding" FY23 result as the world races for supplies.

Courts target 'national disgrace' in anti-DV campaign

Courts target 'national disgrace' in anti-DV campaign

High rates of family violence and the importance of parents listening to children when separating are the targets of a campaign by the Federal Court.

AGL Energy owns goals with Adelaide Oval-sized battery

AGL Energy owns goals with Adelaide Oval-sized battery

More than a big banana, a big battery the size of an AFL oval has switched on in South Australia to help cut power bills and greenhouse gas emissions.

Australian shares drop again, falling to 10-month low

Australian shares drop again, falling to 10-month low

The ASX200 has closed down 0.46 per cent, dropping to its lowest level since June 8 as reporting season continues.

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Voice advocates warn against racial stereotype 'humour'

Voice advocates warn against racial stereotype 'humour'

Voice advocates warn against racial stereotype 'humour'

Voice advocates warn against racial stereotype 'humour'

Campaigners have been urged to avoid stereotypes and denigrating language ahead of the voice referendum after a corporate comedian's routine raised hackles.

Arsenal of hi-tech Tomahawk missiles to keep the peace

Arsenal of hi-tech Tomahawk missiles to keep the peace

Arsenal of hi-tech Tomahawk missiles to keep the peace

Arsenal of hi-tech Tomahawk missiles to keep the peace

Australia will arm the Defence Force with hi-tech missiles in a $1.7 billion deal to deter conflict in the Indo-Pacific region.

Treasurer issues challenge over offshore gas tax change

Treasurer issues challenge over offshore gas tax change

Treasurer issues challenge over offshore gas tax change

Treasurer issues challenge over offshore gas tax change

The treasurer has challenged the opposition and the Greens to pass new laws taxing offshore gas companies and bringing forward revenue to boost the budget.

Australia, Philippines to conduct first military drills

Australia, Philippines to conduct first military drills

Australia, Philippines to conduct first military drills

Australia, Philippines to conduct first military drills

About 2400 Australian and Philippine military personnel will conduct training drills in what will be the first bilateral exercise between the two nations.

Shark nets stay afloat as premier says tech lacks bite

Shark nets stay afloat as premier says tech lacks bite

Shark nets stay afloat as premier says tech lacks bite

Shark nets stay afloat as premier says tech lacks bite

The premier is not ready to cut nets adrift and rely on shark protection technology to protect Sydney swimmers, despite calls from conservation groups.

Sky-high airfares on the radar to meet emission targets

Sky-high airfares on the radar to meet emission targets

Sky-high airfares on the radar to meet emission targets

Sky-high airfares on the radar to meet emission targets

Net-zero emission targets may ramp up the price of plane tickets as airlines face accusations of wasting capacity, putting an artificial cap on demand.

Aussies told to prepare as bushfire season starts early

Aussies told to prepare as bushfire season starts early

Aussies told to prepare as bushfire season starts early

Aussies told to prepare as bushfire season starts early

Tricky weather conditions mean hazard reduction burns in NSW and other areas are behind schedule, sparking concern among firies about the upcoming fire season.

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Hard decisions to be made as Australian population ages

The federal government's upcoming Intergenerational Report will show Australians will live longer, healthier lives even as demand for care services soars.

Qantas rejects lawsuit over COVID-19 travel credits

A class action lawsuit filed against the national carrier, Qantas, alleges it misled customers and failed to issue refunds for flights cancelled in 2020.

Blueprint revealed to turbocharge productivity, wealth

A package of reforms that could leave every Australian $7000 better off each year after a decade has been unveiled by a leading business group.

Young Iraqi and Syrian refugees are feeling true blue

Escaping wars and conflict, young Iraqi and Syrian refugees are creating new lives where they feel "Aussie" because crucial support was put around them.

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Chalmers plays down fuss over union push for RBA board

A seat on the Reserve Bank board for a representative of a major industrial union hasn't been ruled out by Treasurer Jim Chalmers.

Activist shareholders target Woodside over new projects

Woodside Energy is being urged to reallocate capital from new production to a share buyback to avert the release of half a billion tonnes of carbon emissions.

BlueScope announces steelworks upgrade after profit dip

Lower export prices are weighing on earnings at BlueScope but the steelmaker says a big investment in a NSW smelter will extend the viability of its operations.

Betting ban register a sure thing for problem gamblers

A new register will give Australians most at risk of gambling harm the support they need to self-exclude from wagering as calls grow to expand the service.

IAG reports 'solid year' as net profit jumps

Insurance giant IAG says it made $832 million in 2022/23, up from $347 million the year before, as it works to become a stronger and more resilient company.

Aussie-led global consortium joins offshore wind frenzy

A powerful consortium has joined the bidding to add offshore wind to Australia's clean energy arsenal in Gippsland waters off the coast of Victoria.

Hydrogen policy revamp needed to cut truck pollution

Australia needs more hydrogen refuelling stations, central production facilities and more ways to transport the fuel to cut transport emissions, a study says.

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