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Treasurer digs critical minerals, ships plan to Senate

Treasurer digs critical minerals, ships plan to Senate

A plan to revitalise Australian manufacturing by making more things here with clean energy and resources has cleared a hurdle but the path ahead looks rocky.

'Unacceptable': veteran suicide inquiry demands changes

'Unacceptable': veteran suicide inquiry demands changes

'Unacceptable': veteran suicide inquiry demands changes

'Unacceptable': veteran suicide inquiry demands changes

Defence personnel need greater support to transition from military service to civilian life and access ongoing assistance, a royal commission recommends.

Self-serving CFMEU leaders ruined union: McManus

Self-serving CFMEU leaders ruined union: McManus

Self-serving CFMEU leaders ruined union: McManus

Self-serving CFMEU leaders ruined union: McManus

ACTU secretary Sally McManus has launched a scathing attack on former CFMEU leaders who she said refused to stand down despite allegations against them.

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'Better NT for everyone': leader unveils first cabinet

'Better NT for everyone': leader unveils first cabinet

Community safety is the priority of the new Northern Territory government as Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro reveals her cabinet after sweeping to power.

Nurses will defy order not to strike over pay fight

Nurses will defy order not to strike over pay fight

Strike action by nurses and midwives that will have a large impact on the country's largest hospital system will not be called off despite official orders.

'Misinformation' blamed for missing question on census

'Misinformation' blamed for missing question on census

The next census will include questions on sexual orientation and gender but not about intersex people, which is being criticised by some stakeholder groups.

Women ditching part-time as COVID redefines flexibility

Women ditching part-time as COVID redefines flexibility

Part-time work is fading as the go-to way of meeting flexibility needs and this could open up opportunities to narrow gender-based economic disadvantage.

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NSW rail union to strike against Metro upgrades

NSW rail union to strike against Metro upgrades

NSW rail union to strike against Metro upgrades

NSW rail union to strike against Metro upgrades

Sydney’s embattled train network is once again facing disruptions as the rail union hits back at the Sydenham to Bankstown Metro conversion.

Streets behind: every state lagging on housing targets

Streets behind: every state lagging on housing targets

Streets behind: every state lagging on housing targets

Streets behind: every state lagging on housing targets

Australia is targeting 1.2 million new homes by 2029, but a major construction body says only significant reform can overcome a huge shortfall.

Invasive species breeding billion-dollar pest threat

Invasive species breeding billion-dollar pest threat

Invasive species breeding billion-dollar pest threat

Invasive species breeding billion-dollar pest threat

Pet laws are ineffective at managing the biosecurity risks posed by cats while pig culls have had "questionable" outcomes, a new report has found.

Future of gas hot water systems and heaters unclear

Future of gas hot water systems and heaters unclear

Future of gas hot water systems and heaters unclear

Future of gas hot water systems and heaters unclear

Victoria's premier wouldn't be drawn on future of gas hot water systems and heaters in existing homes, as she clarified cooktops won't be phased out.

$436k shortfall in accused MP's transfers, trial told

$436k shortfall in accused MP's transfers, trial told

$436k shortfall in accused MP's transfers, trial told

$436k shortfall in accused MP's transfers, trial told

SA MP Troy Bell transferred funds back to a not-for-profit he is alleged to have stolen from to avoid the risk of being exposed, a court has been told.

Star poaches Crown boss as it offloads Treasury site

Star poaches Crown boss as it offloads Treasury site

Star poaches Crown boss as it offloads Treasury site

Star poaches Crown boss as it offloads Treasury site

A chief executive has been named for troubled operator Star Entertainment's Gold Coast casino as it battles for fresh financing for its new Brisbane project.

Final results give Country Liberals a thumping majority

Final results give Country Liberals a thumping majority

Final results give Country Liberals a thumping majority

Final results give Country Liberals a thumping majority

A huge election win for the Northern Territory's Country Liberal Party means the conservative party will be able to pass legislation almost uncontested.

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'Unacceptable': MPs told to lift standards, lower tone

As one Liberal member called for quotas for women in parliament, MPs have been urged to ease back anger in political debate amid rising social tensions.

Teachers struggling as abuse from parents, kids rises

Teachers no longer feel safe in classrooms with a rise in abuse from students and parents across the country.

Harris, Trump tied ahead of presidential debate: poll

A survey suggests little difference between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris in terms of support ahead of their US presidential debate.

Housing sustainability framework stands up to scrutiny

With one in seven forecast to be living in community housing within decades, a review finds foundations are in place as pressure builds for broader standards.

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Economic woes to cast shadow as parliament returns

Labor is bracing for an attack on its economic management after the latest figures laid bare the hip pocket pain being felt across Australian households.

Call for net zero by 2035 to be a global climate leader

Australia has been urged to harden its emissions reduction targets at a "critical juncture" in the fight against climate change as leaders gather for a forum.

Struggle for Aussies on income support 'national shame'

Almost three-quarters of Australians receiving income support are cutting back on essentials including food due to the rising cost of living, a survey shows.

Harris to tour battleground states after debating Trump

US Vice President Kamala Harris will begin a tour of battleground states in North Carolina after she debates presidential rival Donald Trump.

NSW safety drive to put brakes on highway speeding

Cars will no longer be able to sail through average-speed camera zones at high speed as NSW trials a key recommendation of a safety forum on the road toll.

Social media giants face big fines in plan to ban kids

South Australia's planned laws banning children under 14 from social media should be overseen by a federal regulator and implemented nationally, a report says.

Census to include sexual orientation, gender topics

The 2026 census will include questions on sexual orientation and gender identity, following backlash against the federal government by the LGBTIQ+ community.

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