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Australia's emissions policies need 'radical reset'

Australia's emissions policies need 'radical reset'

Australia's is failing at every turn to rein in its emissions and a radical reset is needed, experts say ahead of a global climate summit in Dubai.

Perry sees Healy as Lanning's captaincy successor

Perry sees Healy as Lanning's captaincy successor

Perry sees Healy as Lanning's captaincy successor

Perry sees Healy as Lanning's captaincy successor

Ellyse Perry is tipping Alyssa Healy to take over as Australian captain from the retired Meg Lanning.

Families earning $80k or less could get free child care

Families earning $80k or less could get free child care

Families earning $80k or less could get free child care

Families earning $80k or less could get free child care

The government should modify childcare subsidies and increase access for children from all backgrounds, particularly low-income households, a report suggests.

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US pilot facing extradition drops request for key files

US pilot facing extradition drops request for key files

Former military pilot Daniel Duggan will wait another six months before an extradition hearing to decide if he will be handed to US authorities.

Albanese government urged to sign treaty banning nukes

Albanese government urged to sign treaty banning nukes

Australia is being urged to sign a treaty banning nuclear weapons "without delay," bringing the nation into line with its Pacific neighbours.

Croppers warn winter harvest is not looking great

Croppers warn winter harvest is not looking great

As the winter crop harvest winds up earlier than usual, the nation's biggest wheat producer WA is reporting lower than expected volumes with some yields halved.

Truth-telling, local voices still on government's radar

Truth-telling, local voices still on government's radar

Indigenous Australians minister Linda Burney says a consultative model featuring local and regional voices is a "very live discussion".

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First Nations wisdom harnessed to protect environment

First Nations wisdom harnessed to protect environment

First Nations wisdom harnessed to protect environment

First Nations wisdom harnessed to protect environment

The government hopes to centre First Nations knowledge in environmental protection efforts by doubling the number of Indigenous rangers by 2030.

'Life or death': rural health back under the spotlight

'Life or death': rural health back under the spotlight

'Life or death': rural health back under the spotlight

'Life or death': rural health back under the spotlight

An inquiry will examine the NSW government's progress in improving healthcare in rural areas, 18 months after revelations the system was at breaking point.

Perth Mint told to step up anti-money laundering effort

Perth Mint told to step up anti-money laundering effort

Perth Mint told to step up anti-money laundering effort

Perth Mint told to step up anti-money laundering effort

The Perth Mint has avoided a fine from the financial regulator but will be required to prove it can meet anti-money laundering laws.

Mercer Financial fined $12m over fees for no service

Mercer Financial fined $12m over fees for no service

Mercer Financial fined $12m over fees for no service

Mercer Financial fined $12m over fees for no service

Mercer admitted inadequate fee disclosures and to charging 761 clients a combined $4.7 million in fees for services they never received.

'Absolutely not': Lehrmann denies Higgins rape

'Absolutely not': Lehrmann denies Higgins rape

'Absolutely not': Lehrmann denies Higgins rape

'Absolutely not': Lehrmann denies Higgins rape

Bruce Lehrmann has vehemently denied raping Brittany Higgins in a Parliament House ministerial office, instead claiming it was an "innocuous night".

Albanese defends inflation-busting plan amid blowback

Albanese defends inflation-busting plan amid blowback

Albanese defends inflation-busting plan amid blowback

Albanese defends inflation-busting plan amid blowback

The federal government has backed its inflation-fighting policies as the opposition says Labor's perception of price pressures is at odds with the Reserve Bank.

Australian shares sink after hawkish talk from RBA boss

Australian shares sink after hawkish talk from RBA boss

Australian shares sink after hawkish talk from RBA boss

Australian shares sink after hawkish talk from RBA boss

The local share market closed down 0.6 per cent to hit its lowest level in a week following a speech by RBA governor Michelle Bullock.

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The prince and the dummy: Edward pays visit to SES

Prince Edward has put his skills to the test in front of emergency services before talking business about driving numbers for an important goal.

Insurance Council warns higher prices 'baked in'

The Insurance Council of Australia chief says households and businesses are feeling the squeeze, with more people forced to forego or reduce insurance coverage.

Late bid for Origin Energy as first offer loses power

A private equity consortium hoping to acquire Origin Energy has put forward a new offer after it became clear the previous one would have failed.

Albanese welcomes hostage exchange, as deal delayed

Anthony Albanese has backed a temporary ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, just as the brokered deal was set back with the release of hostages delayed.

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Feds 'supercharge' clean energy build to keep lights on

Clean energy sources will take over from ageing coal power stations under a supercharged federal scheme, but critics say household bills will rise without gas.

Consistency call for early uni offers, assault handling

Education ministers are looking at national standards covering how universities offer early placements and handle sexual assault complaints.

High Court detention law challenge may not be the last

New laws imposing strict conditions on people released from immigration detention are being challenged in the High Court, but politicians stand by the move.

Major project status blows breeze through offshore wind

Another offshore wind project off Gippsland will get special assistance for a speedy build with major project status granted by the federal government.

NSW to get lion's share of free TAFE places

Nearly 150,000 fee-free TAFE places will be made available in NSW as governments try to address skills shortages in critical sectors.

War crimes whistleblower in fight to stay out of jail

David McBride faces an anxious wait to learn whether he serves prison time after pleading guilty to leaking classified information exposing alleged war crimes.

Empty Christmas Island detention centre's fate unknown

With no detainees, plans for Christmas Island's immigration detention centre are unclear as locals call for genuine consultation with the government.

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