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Girls want coding funds: the push to keep women in tech

Girls want coding funds: the push to keep women in tech

Girls and their mothers are being encouraged to take a computer coding course these school holidays as a national review investigates funding STEM support.

Consider the generations when opening and closing mines

Consider the generations when opening and closing mines

Consider the generations when opening and closing mines

Consider the generations when opening and closing mines

As mines open, developers are urged to consider the knowledge of generations who have come before and who should be part of planning for eventual closure.

Welcome mat put out for low-deposit home buyers

Welcome mat put out for low-deposit home buyers

Welcome mat put out for low-deposit home buyers

Welcome mat put out for low-deposit home buyers

A fresh crop of first-home buyers struggling to save a deposit will be able to apply for a place on the government's guarantee scheme.

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Flooded NSW councils demand disaster response overhaul

Flooded NSW councils demand disaster response overhaul

Councils impacted by devastating floods in 2022 say nothing has changed in disaster response strategies, with fears problems could recur.

PM defends mix of vehicles for Ukraine in aid package

PM defends mix of vehicles for Ukraine in aid package

Anthony Albanese says Ukraine has been provided with the best military assistance, despite concerns over a lack of Hawkei and Bushmaster vehicles.

Aviation engineer training academy set for take off

Aviation engineer training academy set for take off

Qantas and Aviation Australia will team up to deliver two engineer training academies and increase the number of highly-skilled workers entering the industry.

Qld eyes critical minerals amid coal lobby backlash

Qld eyes critical minerals amid coal lobby backlash

The Queensland government has launched a $245 million strategy for critical minerals found in the state's northwest to spur manufacturing of renewables.

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Rebuilding homes to be quicker after NSW disasters

Rebuilding homes to be quicker after NSW disasters

Rebuilding homes to be quicker after NSW disasters

Rebuilding homes to be quicker after NSW disasters

Rebuilding country towns after natural disasters will be quicker under new rules being deployed for the first time in the NSW Northern Rivers.

'Nature positive' laws in Australia's future: Plibersek

'Nature positive' laws in Australia's future: Plibersek

'Nature positive' laws in Australia's future: Plibersek

'Nature positive' laws in Australia's future: Plibersek

More than 1000 people joined a zoom call with Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek where she spoke about the challenges ahead to protect Australian nature.

Rent caps protect tenants from ‘egregious’ price hikes

Rent caps protect tenants from ‘egregious’ price hikes

Rent caps protect tenants from ‘egregious’ price hikes

Rent caps protect tenants from ‘egregious’ price hikes

The chief minister from the only jurisdiction in Australia with a rental cap policy says the mechanism can work if combined with a big supply-side push.

Albanese lashes Russia's disastrous war and coup chaos

Albanese lashes Russia's disastrous war and coup chaos

Albanese lashes Russia's disastrous war and coup chaos

Albanese lashes Russia's disastrous war and coup chaos

Australians have been urged to leave Russia as Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says a failed coup has shaken the country's internal dynamics.

PM brushes off voice poll as 'yes' campaign ramps up

PM brushes off voice poll as 'yes' campaign ramps up

PM brushes off voice poll as 'yes' campaign ramps up

PM brushes off voice poll as 'yes' campaign ramps up

Grants of up to $15,000 will be available for events backing the Indigenous voice referendum in the hope of sparking 'yes' conversations across Australia.

Minerals project pipeline could throttle climate action

Minerals project pipeline could throttle climate action

Minerals project pipeline could throttle climate action

Minerals project pipeline could throttle climate action

The mining industry has been warned investment plans are still geared to gradual climate action, leaving the world short on supplies for a swift energy change.

New management plan for Kangaroo Island bushfires

New management plan for Kangaroo Island bushfires

New management plan for Kangaroo Island bushfires

New management plan for Kangaroo Island bushfires

South Australia's Department for Environment and Water has released a draft plan to better manage bushfires in Kangaroo Island's parks.

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PwC boss defends hundreds of employee board roles

PwC acting CEO Kristin Stubbins defended more than 660 partner and employee positions on Australian boards, as her own former public health role is questioned.

High Court blocks Russian bid to keep embassy site

The High Court has rejected efforts by Russian diplomats to hold on to their Canberra embassy site following a federal eviction.

Australia's $110m boost in military support for Ukraine

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a $110 million package of support as Ukraine seeks to fend off a faltering Russian invasion.

Labor luminary Simon Crean loved family and nation

Former Labor leader Simon Crean, who died aged 74, will be remembered in a state funeral, as leaders from across politics pay tribute to the union stalwart.

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Search for freedom continues after refugees find safety

Two women who arrived in Australia seeking protection have reflected on their search for freedom and safety.

Nationals MPs deny Littleproud leadership challenge

Barnaby Joyce and former resources minister Keith Pitt have denied preparing to challenge David Littleproud for the Nationals leadership.

Fast-tracked rebuild planned for Murray flood victims

The South Australian government will streamline planning rules to allow people impacted by the River Murray flooding over summer to rebuild more quickly.

Empathy and respect urged for Aussie veterinarians

The South Australian government has thrown its support behind a campaign to boost respect and stop abuse directed at veterinarians and vet staff.

Ex-MP Daryl Maguire charged over NSW council inquiry

Former NSW premier Gladys Berejiklian's one-time boyfriend Daryl Maguire faces more charges days before ICAC releases the findings into another inquiry.

Minimum wage not enough to get by: Anglicare

A full-time minimum wage worker has $57 left after essential weekly expenses, according to a new report by Anglicare Australia.

Cost-of-living relief on the way for some households

A pay rise for aged care workers, cheaper childcare and energy bill relief are set to come into effect at the start of the new financial year.

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