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Community shocked as state moves to end fracking ban

Community shocked as state moves to end fracking ban

A government wants to end a ban on fracking to unlock much-needed gas supplies but opponents say it could create environmental risks in a sensitive region.

Australia's data centre dilemma: energy boom or bust?

Australia's data centre dilemma: energy boom or bust?

Australia's data centre dilemma: energy boom or bust?

Australia's data centre dilemma: energy boom or bust?

Tech giants are spending billions of dollars to make Australia an artificial intelligence destination but its impact on the nation is up for debate.

Noisy, smelly and thirsty: call to pause data centres

Noisy, smelly and thirsty: call to pause data centres

Noisy, smelly and thirsty: call to pause data centres

Noisy, smelly and thirsty: call to pause data centres

Australia is on track to become a world leader for data centres powering the AI revolution but experts say their approvals need greater scrutiny.

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How we can fight China rare metal monopoly: mining boss

How we can fight China rare metal monopoly: mining boss

A retiring chief executive has recounted how Lynas Rare Earths endured early challenges to help break China's monopoly on processing the crucial materials.

US could restart Iran strikes 'if they misbehave'

US could restart Iran strikes 'if they misbehave'

Donald Trump is reviewing a new Iranian proposal to end the war but has cast doubt on hopes it will lead to a deal on opening the Strait of Hormuz.

'Peddling lies': gas sector vents as tax pressure rises

'Peddling lies': gas sector vents as tax pressure rises

The minister responsible for gas in Australia has poured cold water on calls for an export tax as industry figures insist they pay their fair share.

Remote community solar project to cut diesel and bills

Remote community solar project to cut diesel and bills

Cheaper electricity bills, local jobs and clean energy are set to flow from a landmark solar power project owned and operated by a remote Aboriginal community.

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Budget tightrope to cut oil dependence, ease inflation

Budget tightrope to cut oil dependence, ease inflation

Budget tightrope to cut oil dependence, ease inflation

Budget tightrope to cut oil dependence, ease inflation

The upcoming budget presents an opportunity to reduce reliance on vulnerable global fuel supply chains but comes at a time of multiple priorities to juggle.

Fresh fuel supply fears hosed down after refinery blaze

Fresh fuel supply fears hosed down after refinery blaze

Fresh fuel supply fears hosed down after refinery blaze

Fresh fuel supply fears hosed down after refinery blaze

Australia will lean more heavily on fuel imports after a fire caused by a suspected gas leak ripped through one of the nation's two oil refineries.

Iran threatens ports as US set to impose blockade

Iran threatens ports as US set to impose blockade

Iran threatens ports as US set to impose blockade

Iran threatens ports as US set to impose blockade

A showdown looms as the US prepares for a blockade of all Iranian ports and Iran warns that no port in the region will be safe if American forces carry it out.

Vance walking away from US-Iran talks without deal

Vance walking away from US-Iran talks without deal

Vance walking away from US-Iran talks without deal

Vance walking away from US-Iran talks without deal

Lengthy talks between the US and Iran have ended with neither side shifting on their terms for ending the war that's disrupted global fuel supplies.

Trump warns of impending strikes on Iran power plants

Trump warns of impending strikes on Iran power plants

Trump warns of impending strikes on Iran power plants

Trump warns of impending strikes on Iran power plants

President Donald Trump has warned of impending strikes on Iran's power plants and bridge infrastructure after the rescue of a US airman.

Electric car race speeds up as fuel crisis drags on

Electric car race speeds up as fuel crisis drags on

Electric car race speeds up as fuel crisis drags on

Electric car race speeds up as fuel crisis drags on

The global fuel crisis could be a turning point for electric vehicle sales in Australia, with one subscription service reporting record adoption.

Russia's Ust-Luga port damaged by more Ukrainian drones

Russia's Ust-Luga port damaged by more Ukrainian drones

Russia's Ust-Luga port damaged by more Ukrainian drones

Russia's Ust-Luga port damaged by more Ukrainian drones

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is seeking support from Gulf ‌states for ‌Ukraine's war against ⁠Russia and is offering air defence expertise.

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High-power pit stop: quantum batteries could rev up EVs

The next generation of batteries could power up electric cars within minutes and Australian researchers have developed a world-first proof-of-concept.

Emergency global stockpile oil coming soon, IEA says

Emergency oil reserves from Asia and Oceania ‌will be available immediately, the International Energy ‌Agency says as it details the release of stockpiles.

Australia risks being lapped in the race for green fuel

Neighbouring countries including Indonesia and Malaysia could beat Australia to lead the sustainable aviation fuel market despite its potential.

Battery recycling could power a $6.9b industry by 2050

The number of depleted batteries is expected to rise dramatically but the trend represents an opportunity for Australian industry and jobs.

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Energy rating report card urged for all Aussie homes

More than seven million homes will be eligible to receive a mark out of 10 for their energy efficiency but experts say the assessments should become mandatory.

Homecoming Queen: Mary to begin state visit at Uluru

Denmark’s Tasmanian-born Queen Mary and King Frederik will begin their state visit to Australia in the "Red Centre".

Dumpster fire: Aussie households fail the battery test

Millions of households are risking fires by getting rid of batteries in dangerous ways and the popularity of lithium batteries is raising the stakes.

Push to outlaw spliced Russian 'blood oil' in Australia

Loopholes in Australia's sanctions regime against Russia are inadvertently propping up Russia's war in Ukraine as profits from spliced oil flow back to Moscow.

Pump it up: former PM calls for action on hydropower

Hydropower projects should receive more support and faster approvals if Australia is to meet its renewable energy targets, a group has warned.

The workers helping power Australia's energy transition

Thousands of workers are riding the ups and downs of building the solar, wind and transmission needed for the next-generation energy system.

Woodside boss quits to become BP's first female chief

The leader of Australia's biggest oil and gas company has resigned to become the first woman to lead oil giant BP in the company's 116-year history.

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