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Australian shares march back from all-time high

Australian shares march back from all-time high

The ASX200 has dropped 0.4 per cent, with every sector except financials losing ground.

Qantas braces against carbon neutral greenwash claim

Qantas braces against carbon neutral greenwash claim

Qantas braces against carbon neutral greenwash claim

Qantas braces against carbon neutral greenwash claim

Australia's biggest airline has been referred to the consumer watchdog amid accusations it is misleading passengers about its green credentials.

Bulk of CFMEU probe evidence relates to coercion

Bulk of CFMEU probe evidence relates to coercion

Bulk of CFMEU probe evidence relates to coercion

Bulk of CFMEU probe evidence relates to coercion

Dozens of incidents within the embattled CFMEU are being investigated after it was placed into administration following criminal allegations.

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'Invisible, sidelined': landmark count for fatal cancer

'Invisible, sidelined': landmark count for fatal cancer

People with metastatic breast cancer often feel invisible but world-leading research to understand its prevalence could mean better support.

Slow economic growth set to continue into 2025

Slow economic growth set to continue into 2025

While there may be a slow uptick in economic growth in the near future, it will remain subdued into the 2025, a survey has predicted.

Millions of Australians stalked, women often targeted

Millions of Australians stalked, women often targeted

Women are more likely to have been stalked than men, with one in seven Australians revealing they have been subjected to the behaviour since they were a teen.

Border security will struggle without shrewd investment

Border security will struggle without shrewd investment

Australia will have difficulty in maintaining a secure border if it doesn't acquire new technology or or make "strategic" investments, the border chief warns.

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PM focused on affordable housing despite home furore

PM focused on affordable housing despite home furore

PM focused on affordable housing despite home furore

PM focused on affordable housing despite home furore

Anthony Albanese says he's committed to increasing affordable housing, despite copping flak for buying a $4.3 million beach house with sweeping ocean views.

Rio Tinto 'breaks ranks', keeps climate trigger alive

Rio Tinto 'breaks ranks', keeps climate trigger alive

Rio Tinto 'breaks ranks', keeps climate trigger alive

Rio Tinto 'breaks ranks', keeps climate trigger alive

The federal government has been urged to strike an urgent deal on environmental laws as Rio Tinto joins those calling for reforms that tackle climate change.

Dodgy subscription traps and hidden fees to be banned

Dodgy subscription traps and hidden fees to be banned

Dodgy subscription traps and hidden fees to be banned

Dodgy subscription traps and hidden fees to be banned

A slew of manipulative sales tactics, including subscription traps and hidden fees, are in the federal government's sights.

Autonomous flying taxis prepare for launch in Australia

Autonomous flying taxis prepare for launch in Australia

Autonomous flying taxis prepare for launch in Australia

Autonomous flying taxis prepare for launch in Australia

Would you ride in a plane with no pilot? One aerospace company is betting on it, signing a deal with Australian air safety regulator to establish rules.

Financial regulations are 'punishing' first homebuyers

Financial regulations are 'punishing' first homebuyers

Financial regulations are 'punishing' first homebuyers

Financial regulations are 'punishing' first homebuyers

Overbearing financial requirements placed are worsening housing equity by making it harder for first homebuyers to access mortgages and benefiting investors.

CBA chair says ethical principles will govern AI use

CBA chair says ethical principles will govern AI use

CBA chair says ethical principles will govern AI use

CBA chair says ethical principles will govern AI use

Commonwealth Bank has the "best, most capable people" working on the use of artificial intelligence in its business, chairman Paul O'Malley says.

Origin Energy defends complex switch to renewables, gas

Origin Energy defends complex switch to renewables, gas

Origin Energy defends complex switch to renewables, gas

Origin Energy defends complex switch to renewables, gas

As China pushes for cheaper Australian LNG, shareholders of energy retailer and east coast gas producer Origin Energy have been warned of a "messy" transition.

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Hard-to-miss petrol pricing a 'proxy' for inflation

Households are constantly reminded of the price of filling up and the Reserve Bank says that's why petrol plays an outsized role in expectations for inflation.

'Climate action pays': call to rev up clean investment

There can be winners in the clean energy race, a group of super funds says, rolling out a campaign to quell community fears and accelerate development.

One ring to track all? Wearable tech extends its reach

Would you trust a ring to track your sleep? It is a question more Australians may ask this Christmas as smart jewellery vies for attention.

Melbourne, SE Qld lead way for new jobs figures

Data reveals the areas of Australia with the highest level of jobs growth in the year to August, according to an ABS analysis.

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Rental crisis is everywhere, dire for essential workers

The rental crisis is now in every community, as the nation's essential workers struggle to find affordable homes to rent and monthly dwelling approvals drop.

Seven women killed, time to 'wake up', cops say

Seven woman have been killed in instances of suspected domestic violence in the Northern Territory since June.

Telstra board to reflect on backlash over executive pay

A significant number of Telstra shareholders voted against the telco's remuneration report, in part because of issues related to its enterprise division.

Debit card surcharges could be scrapped in crackdown

Surcharges on debit card purchases could become a thing of the past by 2026, but some groups are warning the fees could be imposed in other ways.

Truth commission could reset, restore nation's history

A federal truth commission could restore and reset'Australia's history, but must be led by Indigenous people, an inquiry has been told.

George Negus dies after long battle with Alzheimer's

Newsman George Negus, instantly recognisable with his trademark moustache, will be remembered for his sharp mind and direct but disarming interview style.

Optimism pushes Australian shares to a record finish

The S&P/ASX200 finished 0.8 per cent higher and above 8,300 for the first time, after gains by major miners and the big banks.

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