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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.

City-state friction on plan to ban new gas connections

City-state friction on plan to ban new gas connections

City-state friction on plan to ban new gas connections

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

Five areas earmarked to boost living standards, wages

Five areas earmarked to boost living standards, wages

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.

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

'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 '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.

White House security tsar spruiks Aussie resolve

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

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.

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Coles profits rise as consumers skimp on eating out

Coles profits rise as consumers skimp on eating out

Coles profits rise as consumers skimp on eating out

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

Firing up Indigenous knowledge puts heat on land care

Firing up Indigenous knowledge puts heat on land care

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

Distraction still deadly behind wheel of driverless car

Distraction still deadly behind wheel of driverless car

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

BHP warns on tax, productivity after plunge in profits

BHP warns on tax, productivity after plunge in profits

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

Justice Stephen Gageler to become next High Court chief

Justice Stephen Gageler to become next High Court chief

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.

Calls for more UK investment as trade tariffs stripped

Calls for more UK investment as trade tariffs stripped

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.

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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.

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

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

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.

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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.

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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