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'Unprecedented' rental pain warrants urgent policy fix

'Unprecedented' rental pain warrants urgent policy fix

Renters are experiencing unbearable levels of financial stress but one territory's bold policy choice appears to be making a difference.

Education loans jump as back-to-school expenses pile up

Education loans jump as back-to-school expenses pile up

Education loans jump as back-to-school expenses pile up

Education loans jump as back-to-school expenses pile up

The cost-of-living crisis is leading to a steep rise in families taking out loans to cover their kids' education expenses.

'A bit lost': art prize gives veterans a new calling

'A bit lost': art prize gives veterans a new calling

'A bit lost': art prize gives veterans a new calling

'A bit lost': art prize gives veterans a new calling

Napier Waller prize winners say art changed the trajectory of their lives after the military. The award highlights the experiences of defence force personnel.

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Tech 'team anywhere' marks 1000 days of remote work

Tech 'team anywhere' marks 1000 days of remote work

Tech company Atlassian is counting the gains and burnout lessons of betting on a different future of work for its remote or "distributed" employees.

'Life-threatening' flood warning as rain soaks country

'Life-threatening' flood warning as rain soaks country

Thunderstorms across Australia's eastern seaboard including Sydney's outskirts may bring flash flooding as some rural residents remain isolated by floodwater.

Aust shares dip as expectations for quick rate cuts dim

Aust shares dip as expectations for quick rate cuts dim

The local share market has dropped another 0.3 per cent and the Australian dollar has fallen to less than 66 US cents after hawkish talk from central bankers.

Wong sounds alarm over civilian deaths and 'just' peace

Wong sounds alarm over civilian deaths and 'just' peace

Penny Wong has shared Australia's concerns about the "dire" humanitarian situation in Gaza and the rising number of Palestinians being killed.

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China chastises Australia for Taiwan election support

China chastises Australia for Taiwan election support

China chastises Australia for Taiwan election support

China chastises Australia for Taiwan election support

The Chinese ambassador is seeking to meet with Australian officials to raise objections to statements of support for Taiwan's democratic election.

Insolvency on the rise, as opposition attacks govt fund

Insolvency on the rise, as opposition attacks govt fund

Insolvency on the rise, as opposition attacks govt fund

Insolvency on the rise, as opposition attacks govt fund

The coalition have criticised the government for the number of manufacturing businesses going under as insolvency levels rise above pre-COVID levels.

China denies cash offer for Nauru to cut Taiwan ties

China denies cash offer for Nauru to cut Taiwan ties

China denies cash offer for Nauru to cut Taiwan ties

China denies cash offer for Nauru to cut Taiwan ties

Nauru's decision to cut diplomatic ties with Taiwan wasn't a result of a cash sweetener with his nation being completely transparent, China's ambassador says.

Genomic tools show innovative Indigenous agriculture

Genomic tools show innovative Indigenous agriculture

Genomic tools show innovative Indigenous agriculture

Genomic tools show innovative Indigenous agriculture

Research shows Aboriginal people increased the spread of bunya pine, which have held cultural significance for thousands of years, following colonisation.

'Disinformation takeover' a source of worry as AI grows

'Disinformation takeover' a source of worry as AI grows

'Disinformation takeover' a source of worry as AI grows

'Disinformation takeover' a source of worry as AI grows

Voluntary regulations for AI are on the cards as concerns mount about the emerging technology's impact on jobs, copyright and disinformation.

Immediate climate threat on agenda at elite gathering

Immediate climate threat on agenda at elite gathering

Immediate climate threat on agenda at elite gathering

Immediate climate threat on agenda at elite gathering

An Aussie millennial from a carbon startup working out of Newcastle says industry needs to bankroll technology to cut emissions - immediately.

Education expenses and fees leave parents floundering

Education expenses and fees leave parents floundering

Education expenses and fees leave parents floundering

Education expenses and fees leave parents floundering

Parents are concerned their children may have to go without essential school supplies as expenses skyrocket ahead of the 2024 school year.

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Customers lose thousands in scams due to telco failures

Telecommunications company Medion has been fined $260,000 after failing to comply with customer ID rules that caused users to lose tens of thousands of dollars.

First vaccine approved for infectious respiratory virus

The Therapeutic Goods Administration has for the first time approved a vaccine against the highly contagious respiratory syncytial virus.

Quantum deal mines geophysics for hazards, exploration

A hazard and minerals detection deal struck by an Aussie quantum start-up and the US Geological Survey could unlock a new generation of technologies.

Humanitarian aid boost for Middle East unveiled

Penny Wong has pledged a further $21.5 million in humanitarian aid for the Middle East, following the first stop on her trip to the region.

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Indigenous groups and gas giants promised clearer rules

A failed legal bid to stop the construction of an underwater gas pipeline has sparked a promise for clearer rules around consultations with traditional owners.

More cyclone threats emerge for northern Australia

A tropical cyclone is set to head towards Australian waters while another may soon form off Queensland's coast as rain continues to hit flood-ravaged regions.

Australian shares fall sharply, hit one-month low

Every sector of the Australian Securities Exchange has closed lower, with energy and mining both falling 1.5 per cent.

Energy upgrades to ease hard decisions for renters

Amid "horror stories" from low-income households battling rising living costs, $206m will be spent to cut energy bills and open the door to solar power.

Endangered ancient fish die in captive breeding program

Scientists fighting to save Tasmania's ancient Maugean skate from extinction say some have died in a captive breeding program.

Crafty fire ants use floodwaters to hitch a ride

A deadly pest is on the move after heavy rain, sparking a warning for south east Queensland and northern NSW residents to be on the look out for fire ants.

Forgotten and expired gift cards leave billions unspent

Nearly one billion dollars worth of gift cards are being wasted as Australians forget, lose or let them expire, creating a bonanza for retailers.

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