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Authorities cop fire over response to ant 'super pest'

Authorities cop fire over response to ant 'super pest'

Critics have blasted the federal government for "failing to grasp the urgency" of tackling potentially devastating invasive fire ant incursions.

More trust in mining sector as clean energy needs grow

More trust in mining sector as clean energy needs grow

More trust in mining sector as clean energy needs grow

More trust in mining sector as clean energy needs grow

Once associated with coal and pollution, the mining industry has cleaned up its image as more Australians recognise its importance in the net-zero transition.

Commonwealth nations make first ocean declaration

Commonwealth nations make first ocean declaration

Commonwealth nations make first ocean declaration

Commonwealth nations make first ocean declaration

Commonwealth countries have adopted the first ocean declaration during a summit held in the Pacific island nation of Samoa.

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PM defends energy transition after Pacific criticisms

PM defends energy transition after Pacific criticisms

Pacific leaders and King Charles have called for greater action on climate change as the region hosts its first Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting.

No nukes till late 2030s: energy switch may take years

No nukes till late 2030s: energy switch may take years

Establishing nuclear power plants in Australia may take more than a decade, an inquiry has heard, and dealing with radioactive waste might be longer.

'Delay-mongers': climate boss lashes nuclear supporters

'Delay-mongers': climate boss lashes nuclear supporters

Nuclear proponents are simply delaying the move towards clean and cheap energy as Australia's environment runs out of time, a climate leader says.

Australia look to NZ for advice on bird flu threat

Australia look to NZ for advice on bird flu threat

Australia and New Zealand environment ministers have met to discuss the best way to prevent a deadly outbreak of bird flu that's caused havoc elsewhere.

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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.

Who let the dogs in? US airline in biosecurity breach

Who let the dogs in? US airline in biosecurity breach

Who let the dogs in? US airline in biosecurity breach

Who let the dogs in? US airline in biosecurity breach

A US-based airline could have jeopardised Australia's rabies-free status with the unchecked arrival of dogs aboard flights to Brisbane and Sydney.

Election hopefuls urged to tackle severe weather threat

Election hopefuls urged to tackle severe weather threat

Election hopefuls urged to tackle severe weather threat

Election hopefuls urged to tackle severe weather threat

Governments should stem the decline in emergency service volunteers as climate change threatens more and increasingly severe natural disasters, a report says.

Coal town to battery base: firm keen to make power move

Coal town to battery base: firm keen to make power move

Coal town to battery base: firm keen to make power move

Coal town to battery base: firm keen to make power move

Renewable energy companies are eyeing opportunities in traditional coal-mining towns as part of Australia's electricity transition.

Environment ministers summoned over bird flu threat

Environment ministers summoned over bird flu threat

Environment ministers summoned over bird flu threat

Environment ministers summoned over bird flu threat

Australia is looking at vaccinations for bird flu as environment ministers are called to a special meeting to discuss the threat to wildlife.

Panel ponders end of native forest logging in NSW

Panel ponders end of native forest logging in NSW

Panel ponders end of native forest logging in NSW

Panel ponders end of native forest logging in NSW

An end to native forest logging in NSW is among five options being put to stakeholders, with conservationists saying the move is a big deal for the environment.

'Pitiful' funding for 'looming catastrophe' of bird flu

'Pitiful' funding for 'looming catastrophe' of bird flu

'Pitiful' funding for 'looming catastrophe' of bird flu

'Pitiful' funding for 'looming catastrophe' of bird flu

Pressure is mounting on the federal government to pour more money into bird flu preparations, amid warnings Australia's worst ecological disaster is looming.

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Tight gas market to remain as additional wells approved

Two offshore drilling licences have been approved to bring more gas to the domestic east coast market as experts warn of potential shortfalls next winter.

Climate, koala alarm as coal mines cleared to dig more

The Albanese government has been condemned for green-lighting the expansion of three coal mines as operators describe the move as sensible.

Creek the likely culprit in dam water contamination

Testing for cancer-linked chemicals in popular waterways has uncovered some early results, but residents are assured filtered drinking water remains safe.

Government grants extension to three coal mines

Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek says extending the lifespan of NSW coal mines was above board, despite the decision being labelled a 'betrayal'.

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Electric cars crash through Aussie price barrier again

The price of electric cars has fallen in Australia again, with one popular model available for less than $31,000, but experts warn high-end EV sales may stall.

Nuclear power plan could cause energy price blowout

Electricity bills would need to rise significantly to recoup costs associated with building and running nuclear plants in Australia, analysis suggests.

Australia could double solar power by 2030, report says

Putting solar panels on the roofs of businesses, new homes and social housing could double Australia's renewable power, a study has found.

Heat on state leaders as emissions, temperatures rise

An analysis of Tasmania's environment has found the state is in poor shape on more than half of its indicators, prompting calls for stronger climate action.

Strengthened environment protections 'bulldozed' by PM

A proposal to force the government to examine and stop mining projects that worsen climate change is not supported by the prime minister.

Scientific probe into controversial gas projects

Gas exploration in the Beetaloo Basin in the Northern Territory will be assessed by an independent group of scientists, amid concerns over any impact to water.

Aussie drivers need more electric utes, more incentives

Electric vehicles will not be adopted at rates necessary to reach emissions targets, an inquiry has heard, without tax and financial incentives.

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