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BHP leads Australian shares higher as retail sells off

BHP leads Australian shares higher as retail sells off

A rally for Australia's largest company has helped soften a poor day for local shares, as the Persian Gulf conflict keeps upward pressure on oil prices.

New rules for AI as critics lash 'energy vampires'

New rules for AI as critics lash 'energy vampires'

New rules for AI as critics lash 'energy vampires'

New rules for AI as critics lash 'energy vampires'

Australia will introduce laws to govern artificial intelligence and data centres in less than a year, but they can't come soon enough for some advocates.

Writers Guild sues to block Paramount-Warner Bros deal

Writers Guild sues to block Paramount-Warner Bros deal

Writers Guild sues to block Paramount-Warner Bros deal

Writers Guild sues to block Paramount-Warner Bros deal

The US writers union is suing to block the proposed Paramount-Warner Bros merger, saying it will unlawfully concentrate demand for film and TV writers.

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Top company bosses earning 45 times more than workers

Top company bosses earning 45 times more than workers

The heads of Australia's top companies are taking home bigger pay packets due to bonuses and share-based incentives, even as their base wage stagnates.

Historic brewery could be bought by state's taxpayers

Historic brewery could be bought by state's taxpayers

A brewery that will wind up production after 145 years could be bought by a state government but it is unclear what they plan to do with the site.

Aussie shares recover losses but Hormuz risk remains

Aussie shares recover losses but Hormuz risk remains

A rebound in mining stocks has helped the ASX200 narrow some morning losses, but renewed conflict in the Middle East has shaken investor confidence.

Trump threatens to shoot down signs of economic rebound

Trump threatens to shoot down signs of economic rebound

Oil prices are rising again as conflict between the US and Iran reignites, threatening a recent recovery in household confidence and spending.

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Gold miner to enter top three after 'perfect pairing'

Gold miner to enter top three after 'perfect pairing'

Gold miner to enter top three after 'perfect pairing'

Gold miner to enter top three after 'perfect pairing'

Two West Australian gold explorers and producers are teaming up to create one of the nation's biggest gold plays, after an earlier suitor got the boot.

Origin to pay refunds over misleading power plans

Origin to pay refunds over misleading power plans

Origin to pay refunds over misleading power plans

Origin to pay refunds over misleading power plans

Origin Energy is facing accusations of duping power plan customers with promises of permanent savings and has committed to compensating those affected.

Australian shares tread water as traders weigh conflict

Australian shares tread water as traders weigh conflict

Australian shares tread water as traders weigh conflict

Australian shares tread water as traders weigh conflict

Australia's mining sector has resumed its decline after the US-Iran conflict sent crude prices higher, but local banks continue to recover from a recent slump.

Premier takes on fresh jobs in defence powerhouse push

Premier takes on fresh jobs in defence powerhouse push

Premier takes on fresh jobs in defence powerhouse push

Premier takes on fresh jobs in defence powerhouse push

WA's premier wants his resource-rich state to diversify into defence as he takes on key additional portfolios in his own cabinet.

Zoning scorecard reveals most housing-friendly city

Zoning scorecard reveals most housing-friendly city

Zoning scorecard reveals most housing-friendly city

Zoning scorecard reveals most housing-friendly city

A group campaigning for more housing construction has released an online atlas examining the zoning laws of each capital city in Australia.

Dreary consumer sentiment set to be put to the test

Dreary consumer sentiment set to be put to the test

Dreary consumer sentiment set to be put to the test

Dreary consumer sentiment set to be put to the test

A fresh look at consumer and business sentiment this week will provide key insights as Australia battles still-elevated core inflation.

Uni assignment tackles period poverty in Zambia

Uni assignment tackles period poverty in Zambia

Uni assignment tackles period poverty in Zambia

Uni assignment tackles period poverty in Zambia

Students turned an assignment into a mission to tackle period poverty in Zambia, demonstrating the empathy and problem-solving skills shaping a new generation.

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Retrofit rewards to usher in new era of fire-safe homes

The promise of lower insurance premiums in return for ember screens and other bushfire-safe upgrades has more households retrofitting for the future climate.

Telstra in the hot seat following widespread outage

A wave of investigations and possible multimillion-dollar fines are in store for Telstra after its third major outage in less than a year.

Pianist's disappointment after bosses claim court win

A pianist sacked after telling an audience Israel deliberately targeted journalists to curb war crimes reporting has opened up on a high-profile court loss.

India trade deal reignites Australia's uranium wars

Australia's newly-inked deal to supply India with uranium has stoked criticism from anti-nuclear proliferation groups and calls to repeal bans on new mines.

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How first-time homebuyers can save $8,500 in taxes

A little-known scheme allows first-time homebuyers to use their superannuation fund as a tax-advantaged method for saving for a deposit.

Modi madness highlights diaspora role as 'human bridge'

As the fanfare of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit slowly fades, stakeholders say the relationship has been pushed forward, with more room to grow.

Childcare centres struggling with costs, falling demand

Mayfield Childcare has become the third ASX-listed early childhood centre in 2026 to highlight challenging conditions for the industry.

Australian shares snap losing streak but end week lower

Mining stocks have rebounded from 13-week lows, but a grim retail outlook and a lack of advanced technology names have many investors looking elsewhere.

Modi, Albanese in to bat for Australia-India friendship

Cricket diplomacy will play a pivotal role in deepening ties between Australia and India as Prime Minister Narendra Modi pulls up stumps on his three-day visit.

Watchdog warns battery gripes could undermine trust

Home batteries are flying off shelves and the consumer watchdog wants stronger protection to maintain confidence in the devices and accompanying products.

Free rides after Telstra woes hit the brakes on trains

Regional commuters will be allowed to travel for free for two days after a nationwide mobile network outage brought regional trains to a grinding halt.

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