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Productivity pickle a top priority for upbeat treasurer

Productivity pickle a top priority for upbeat treasurer

Falling interest rates and Australia's competitive advantages are reasons for optimism, says the treasurer as he sets his sights on improving productivity.

'Bad process': contentious workers comp reforms delayed

'Bad process': contentious workers comp reforms delayed

'Bad process': contentious workers comp reforms delayed

'Bad process': contentious workers comp reforms delayed

A bulging compensation scheme, that would cost taxpayers $5 million a day if left unreformed, a government says, is being further examined in a probe.

Opposition rules out deal on superannuation tax change

Opposition rules out deal on superannuation tax change

Opposition rules out deal on superannuation tax change

Opposition rules out deal on superannuation tax change

The coalition has signed off on opposing the government's proposal to increase taxes on super balances above $3 million, labelling it unfair.

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So assertive: Liberal women rebuke party elder for jibe

So assertive: Liberal women rebuke party elder for jibe

A former party president's crack about Liberal women now being "so assertive" has sparked a wave of rebuke from within coalition ranks.

Push to get 'damn fine' Australian products into Europe

Push to get 'damn fine' Australian products into Europe

Australia is working in good faith to strike a free trade agreement with the European Union, but will walk away if the deal is not in the national interest.

Nurses warn pink protest for better pay could escalate

Nurses warn pink protest for better pay could escalate

Nurses have begun industrial action calling on a state government to come to the table with a better pay deal.

Republicans laugh off Musk attack on Trump's tax bill

Republicans laugh off Musk attack on Trump's tax bill

Republicans are backing Donald Trump’s signature tax bill after stinging criticism from Elon Musk and an analysis showing it will blow out US debt.

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Putin warns 'Russia has to respond' to Ukraine attack

Putin warns 'Russia has to respond' to Ukraine attack

Putin warns 'Russia has to respond' to Ukraine attack

Putin warns 'Russia has to respond' to Ukraine attack

US President Donald Trump says he has spoken to Russian President Vladimir Putin in a call that lasted an hour and 15 minutes.

Australia-EU 'determined' to seal trade deal: minister

Australia-EU 'determined' to seal trade deal: minister

Australia-EU 'determined' to seal trade deal: minister

Australia-EU 'determined' to seal trade deal: minister

Trade minister Don Farrell says Australia and the European Union are working through issues to try and finalise a free trade deal.

Higher US tariffs on steel and aluminium kick in

Higher US tariffs on steel and aluminium kick in

Higher US tariffs on steel and aluminium kick in

Higher US tariffs on steel and aluminium kick in

In a move that has reignited trade tensions with key allies, United States President Donald Trump has doubled tariffs on steel and aluminium imports.

Animal advocates shoot down bill for enabling 'yahoos'

Animal advocates shoot down bill for enabling 'yahoos'

Animal advocates shoot down bill for enabling 'yahoos'

Animal advocates shoot down bill for enabling 'yahoos'

Environmentally-minded MPs have savaged a bill to establish a bounty program to kill feral animals and expand hunters' rights as empowering a "fringe minority".

Super backlash 'doesn't augur well for tax reform'

Super backlash 'doesn't augur well for tax reform'

Super backlash 'doesn't augur well for tax reform'

Super backlash 'doesn't augur well for tax reform'

Treasurer Jim Chalmers has hit back at critics of his proposed superannuation tax changes, as the Greens offer to hold "constructive" discussions.

'A new path': independent turns tables in recount scrap

'A new path': independent turns tables in recount scrap

'A new path': independent turns tables in recount scrap

'A new path': independent turns tables in recount scrap

A teal independent has been declared the winner in the electorate of Bradfield by a tiny margin after a recount, but her Liberal rival is yet to concede defeat.

Liberal premier in crosshairs, fresh election possible

Liberal premier in crosshairs, fresh election possible

Liberal premier in crosshairs, fresh election possible

Liberal premier in crosshairs, fresh election possible

A Liberal state could be heading for a fresh election, with its minority premier vowing to fight on in the face of a no-confidence motion he is set to lose.

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State branded climate change capital as emissions swell

Greenhouse gas emissions have returned to near record levels in one state, where a decision to extend a gas plant's life has sparked nationwide protest.

Economy stalls as private sector fails to pick up slack

More rate cuts might be needed to boost Australia's fragile economy with soft household consumption figures contributing to stalled growth.

Claims waterfront funds were misused are rejected

Explosive claims that the husband of a territory chief minister was embroiled in the misuse of funds at a popular waterfront precinct have been rejected.

Tobacco tax to stay despite black market fears

The federal government won't cut its sky-high tobacco tax despite one state premier arguing it has created the perfect conditions for a thriving black market.

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'Invisible' sexual violence impacting community safety

Addressing the rates of sexual violence in Australia will require sustained investment, experts say, calling for justice system reforms to support survivors.

Australia seeks 'best deal' after UK tariff carve-out

Donald Trump's decision to grant the UK a tariff exemption offers some hope for Australia as the prime minister prepares for talks with the US president.

New beginning for Greens after senator's defection

The Greens have taken their first steps towards a fresh start by unveiling new portfolio allocations following some major political setbacks.

South Korea's new president vows economic revival

Lee Jae-myung has triumphed in South Korea's election, ending months of turmoil triggered when impeached president Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law.

Wage rise not enough for lowest-paid workers: union

Australia's lowest-paid workers still won't have a liveable income despite an upcoming annualised 3.5 per cent boost in the minimum wage, trade unions say.

China's commerce minister backs closer Australia ties

Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao says China and Australia should create a good business environment for the two countries' companies.

Lee Jae-myung projected to win South Korea presidency

Opposition leader Lee Jae-myung is being projected as the winner of South Korea's presidential election with around 50 per cent of the vote.

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