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Migrant workers' exploitation costing billions in wages

Migrant workers' exploitation costing billions in wages

A survey of thousands of workers on temporary visas has highlighted an industrial scale of exploitation including deliberate underpayment and dodgy contracts.

End of the free ride: studies call for road user charge

End of the free ride: studies call for road user charge

End of the free ride: studies call for road user charge

End of the free ride: studies call for road user charge

Two transport groups say fuel excise is no longer running smoothly and the government needs to charge motorists based on how far they drive.

Competition puts Australia's green iron edge at risk

Competition puts Australia's green iron edge at risk

Competition puts Australia's green iron edge at risk

Competition puts Australia's green iron edge at risk

Australia's renewable energy and rich iron ore deposits make it a potential leader in green iron and steel but other nations may be closing the gap.

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First home buyer scheme leading to housing price rise

First home buyer scheme leading to housing price rise

House prices for homes under thresholds for a five per cent deposit scheme are outstripping increases for all other homes.

AI yet to boom with Boomers but young workers trust it

AI yet to boom with Boomers but young workers trust it

Artificial intelligence is opening a generational gap in Australian businesses, with younger workers more willing to use, train and trust the technology.

Aussies want electric cars to save cash, not the planet

Aussies want electric cars to save cash, not the planet

Australians are considering electric cars as fuel prices rise, with potential buyers fuelled by the possibility of saving money rather than the environment.

Economic inequality is straining Australian democracy

Economic inequality is straining Australian democracy

MPs need to represent the people better and foster a greater sense of inclusion to safeguard democracy, which is under strain, the Grattan Institute says.

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'Not a stunt': recruitment plan targets overseas police

'Not a stunt': recruitment plan targets overseas police

'Not a stunt': recruitment plan targets overseas police

'Not a stunt': recruitment plan targets overseas police

Addressing rising crime rates will be a key battleground during the Victorian election campaign as the opposition proposes a police recruitment drive.

More young people like social media ban than oppose it

More young people like social media ban than oppose it

More young people like social media ban than oppose it

More young people like social media ban than oppose it

Months after more children were banned from social media, almost half of young people support the change even as they worry about missing out.

More records loom as fuel crunch turbocharges EV sales

More records loom as fuel crunch turbocharges EV sales

More records loom as fuel crunch turbocharges EV sales

More records loom as fuel crunch turbocharges EV sales

A record number of Australian motorists are buying electric vehicles in a trend automotive experts say could stick around even if fuel prices fall.

Long-delayed release of hate speech review thwarted

Long-delayed release of hate speech review thwarted

Long-delayed release of hate speech review thwarted

Long-delayed release of hate speech review thwarted

The results of a probe into hate speech protections for vulnerable communities due to be released by parliamentary order are being kept on the back burner.

Fuel, fertiliser shortages could deliver barren harvest

Fuel, fertiliser shortages could deliver barren harvest

Fuel, fertiliser shortages could deliver barren harvest

Fuel, fertiliser shortages could deliver barren harvest

After a record-breaking year, agricultural businesses may need to change their approach to succeed amid worldwide supply issues.

Greater police powers urged for childcare sector safety

Greater police powers urged for childcare sector safety

Greater police powers urged for childcare sector safety

Greater police powers urged for childcare sector safety

A parliamentary inquiry has called for police responses to be better integrated with the childcare sector to improve protections.

Aussies could miss big payday due to basic AI skills

Aussies could miss big payday due to basic AI skills

Aussies could miss big payday due to basic AI skills

Aussies could miss big payday due to basic AI skills

Millions of Australian workers are using artificial intelligence tools with only a basic understanding, and could boost their salaries with more training.

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Renewable energy project may help blow down power bills

The savings from a new type of energy project could slash electricity bills for households in Victoria, NSW and Queensland, and consume less farming land.

Aussie drivers divided over petrol vs electric future

Many Australian motorists plan to park an electric or hybrid vehicle in their garage in future but one policy change could alter their path.

Indigenous prisoners failed by 'high-risk' ratings

Indigenous Australians are lacking vital support when they are in prison and when released from custody, an auditor-general's report has found.

Lack of response to parliament reports 'disrespectful'

Crossbenchers are demanding more accountability and transparency as important reports into significant issues of concern gather dust on ministers' desks.

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Safety guidelines ignored before hospital fungus deaths

Protections for some of the sickest patients at a major hospital were not implemented before a construction-induced fungal infection claimed two lives.

How AI is helping criminals target more victims online

Cyber criminals are turning to artificial intelligence tools to write malicious code, proofread scam emails and increase the volume of their attacks.

Big trucks and buses drive a heavy healthcare burden

Premature deaths and childhood asthma are among the health risks of allowing high-polluting heavy vehicles to travel on populated routes.

Official probe into CFMEU links rejected by premier

A state premier has defended her government's response to CFMEU corruption, saying it cracked down on the union as soon as it became aware of misconduct claims.

'A crime syndicate': fallout over shocking union report

A damning report has levelled extraordinary allegations a rogue union had effectively become a front for organised crime.

Aid cuts fuel crisis for teen girls in Asia-Pacific

Australia has a critical opportunity to demonstrate regional leadership in the upcoming budget, advocates say, with adolescent girls at the forefront of need.

AI continues to disrupt your career prospects

Artificial intelligence is expected to transform employment even more in 2026, both in specialised roles and as an added skill in others.

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