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Billions spent on consultants amid integrity concerns

Billions spent on consultants amid integrity concerns

Australia is spending billions on consulting services despite transparency issues and conflicts of interests, prompting calls to regulate the industry.

Back to the future as ex-premier linked to poll push

Back to the future as ex-premier linked to poll push

Back to the future as ex-premier linked to poll push

Back to the future as ex-premier linked to poll push

Suggestions former premier Annastacia Palaszczuk could join Labor on the campaign trail for the Queensland election have been endorsed by the treasurer.

'Concerning precedent' but animal welfare risk too high

'Concerning precedent' but animal welfare risk too high

'Concerning precedent' but animal welfare risk too high

'Concerning precedent' but animal welfare risk too high

Banning live sheep shipments is a "concerning precedent" for other live animal exports but vets say animal welfare risks remain unacceptable, an inquiry hears.

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Move to end obstruction for delayed 'airport city'

Move to end obstruction for delayed 'airport city'

The authority tasked with building infrastructure around Sydney’s new airport has been usurped after the NSW premier conceded it wasn't fit for purpose.

PM weighs in on fresh push for free or cheap childcare

PM weighs in on fresh push for free or cheap childcare

Anthony Albanese has welcomed an expert proposal for free or low-cost childcare but parents hoping for an immediate reprieve are likely to be disappointed.

Not the size of the energy build, but how we use it

Not the size of the energy build, but how we use it

Many households are reducing their carbon footprint but without efficient homes or smart meters they may not be getting the best value out of clean energy.

Coalition roasted over 2030 emission target backtrack

Coalition roasted over 2030 emission target backtrack

Some opposition MPs have been caught off-guard by coalition plans to drop 2030 emission reduction targets, as the prime minister hits out at the move.

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Threat of further strikes looms over stalled light rail

Threat of further strikes looms over stalled light rail

Threat of further strikes looms over stalled light rail

Threat of further strikes looms over stalled light rail

Commuters will continue to endure interruptions in Sydney as rail union members consider extending a 24-hour tram stoppage during pay negotiations.

Chalmers eyes soft landing amid budget criticism

Chalmers eyes soft landing amid budget criticism

Chalmers eyes soft landing amid budget criticism

Chalmers eyes soft landing amid budget criticism

The pressure on Australia's economy from higher interest rates justifies the decision not to deliver a "slash and burn" budget, Treasurer Jim Chalmers says.

Hamstrung at home, G7 leaders struggle with global woes

Hamstrung at home, G7 leaders struggle with global woes

Hamstrung at home, G7 leaders struggle with global woes

Hamstrung at home, G7 leaders struggle with global woes

Wars, trade imbalances, development challenges and AI threats make for a daunting agenda as world leaders gather for the G7 summit in Italy.

China visit could sway Australian voters at election

China visit could sway Australian voters at election

China visit could sway Australian voters at election

China visit could sway Australian voters at election

A successful visit by the Chinese premier could bode well for the government ahead of an election, with a third of voters expected to consider bilateral ties.

PM backs ceasefire as Australia boosts Gaza aid

PM backs ceasefire as Australia boosts Gaza aid

PM backs ceasefire as Australia boosts Gaza aid

PM backs ceasefire as Australia boosts Gaza aid

The federal government has announced $10 million in humanitarian aid to Gaza, as leaders meet for an emergency summit in Jordan on the issue.

Hunter Biden faces up to 25 years jail over conviction

Hunter Biden faces up to 25 years jail over conviction

Hunter Biden faces up to 25 years jail over conviction

Hunter Biden faces up to 25 years jail over conviction

US President Joe Biden’s son Hunter Biden faces up to 25 years in prison after being convicted by a jury of lying about his drug use to buy a gun in 2018.

Sunak vows tax cuts, UK election polls refuse to budge

Sunak vows tax cuts, UK election polls refuse to budge

Sunak vows tax cuts, UK election polls refuse to budge

Sunak vows tax cuts, UK election polls refuse to budge

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak says he will cut payroll taxes for workers in the United Kingdom to reignite economic growth if his Conservatives are returned.

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Bosses pocket higher pay amid cost-of-living headaches

Chief executives have received an average earnings boost of 14 per cent, a new report shows, as the pay packets of general staff increased by five per cent.

Call to cut exports, not follow 'wrong' future gas plan

A phase-down of gas exports and reserving supplies for dwindling local use would be a "real future gas strategy" for Australia, according to a climate body.

Plea to NSW premier for ex-pilot facing extradition

The wife of ex-US pilot Daniel Duggan has appealed to the NSW premier after her husband was sent to another prison ahead of his possible extradition.

Pre-poll cash splash as budget targets living costs

A big-spending budget targeting cost-of-living relief that will lift Queensland's deficit to $2.6 billion has set the scene for the state election.

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Households keep falling behind as rate increases bite

Most borrowers are adapting to tough financial conditions but the number of people in hardship or struggling to meet repayments is growing.

Chinese premier to visit Australia for four-day tour

Li Qiang will be the first Chinese premier to visit Australia for seven years when he makes an official trip to Canberra, Adelaide and Perth.

Amid climate war redux, expert urges Paris compliance

An expert has urged Australia to continue on its course of climate action as an opposition plan to scrap targets threatens to unleash "unmitigated emissions".

2032 Games delivery authority topped up in Qld budget

The Queensland government will allocate $62 million to the Olympics delivery authority set to roll out its infrastructure plan.

King's beheading costs ratepayers, Captain Cook returns

A vandalised statue of King George V will cost tens of thousands of dollars to clean and repair, while a statue of Captain Cook makes a comeback.

Back-to-basics budget for health, schools as costs soar

The NSW government will fund billions in upgrades and maintenance for schools and hospitals as the treasurer acknowledges cost pressures on construction.

Tree changers expecting too much from life in the bush

Population growth is a "negative sum outcome" for some rural councils as they scramble to provide early education, health care and aged care on limited funds.

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