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$14m funding boost to make sustainable jet fuel fly

$14m funding boost to make sustainable jet fuel fly

Environmentally friendly plane fuel could be closer to being produced in Australia after two governments made a record investment in its potential.

Notorious crash highway Qld's most despised road

Notorious crash highway Qld's most despised road

Notorious crash highway Qld's most despised road

Notorious crash highway Qld's most despised road

Queensland's major arterial Bruce Highway, that's been the subject of much political debate, has been ranked as the Sunshine State's most hated road.

Hydrogen could do the heavy lifting on Aussie roads

Hydrogen could do the heavy lifting on Aussie roads

Hydrogen could do the heavy lifting on Aussie roads

Hydrogen could do the heavy lifting on Aussie roads

A leading Australian transport company says hydrogen trucks, not electric options, will revolutionise long-haul freight in Australia.

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Melbourne adopts Sydney Metro's tunnel boring machines

Melbourne adopts Sydney Metro's tunnel boring machines

Tunnel boring machines used to build Sydney's metro will be used to build Melbourne's Suburban Rail Loop, as questions remain over the project's funding.

Electric cars crash through Aussie price barrier again

Electric cars crash through Aussie price barrier again

The price of electric cars has fallen in Australia again, with one popular model available for less than $31,000, but experts warn high-end EV sales may stall.

Rail fight brings Metro concession, free train fares

Rail fight brings Metro concession, free train fares

Trains are free across Sydney amid major sporting fixtures as the transport minister dismisses criticism of a commitment to put more staff on driverless trains.

All aboard for free fares but train delays still likely

All aboard for free fares but train delays still likely

Trains will be free over the weekend for a bumper events schedule but some services could still face disruptions.

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Free travel as union threatens chaotic industrial move

Free travel as union threatens chaotic industrial move

Free travel as union threatens chaotic industrial move

Free travel as union threatens chaotic industrial move

The rail union says it will shut down a popular train line over safety concerns, as the NSW government offers free travel to pre-empt commuter chaos.

National safety rules needed to curb e-bike fire risks

National safety rules needed to curb e-bike fire risks

National safety rules needed to curb e-bike fire risks

National safety rules needed to curb e-bike fire risks

Electric scooters, bicycles and skateboards should be inspected and some removed from online platforms following dangers identified in a NSW inquiry.

Tesla charges through Aussie electric vehicle milestone

Tesla charges through Aussie electric vehicle milestone

Tesla charges through Aussie electric vehicle milestone

Tesla charges through Aussie electric vehicle milestone

Tesla has unveiled its 100th electric vehicle charging location in Australia, alongside a commitment to make 'range anxiety' a thing of the past.

Suburban Rail Loop not value for money: report

Suburban Rail Loop not value for money: report

Suburban Rail Loop not value for money: report

Suburban Rail Loop not value for money: report

An analysis has revealed for every $1 spent on the Suburban Rail Loop, Victorians would have social benefits of between just 60 and 70 cents.

No compo to businesses for Sydney light-rail disruption

No compo to businesses for Sydney light-rail disruption

No compo to businesses for Sydney light-rail disruption

No compo to businesses for Sydney light-rail disruption

A successful legal appeal by the NSW government means businesses affected by the lengthy Sydney light-rail construction will not receive compensation.

Free fares a Greens public transport policy 'fantasy'

Free fares a Greens public transport policy 'fantasy'

Free fares a Greens public transport policy 'fantasy'

Free fares a Greens public transport policy 'fantasy'

The Queensland Greens have promised more frequent public transport services and free fares if they are elected but a transport union says that's a pipe dream.

Electric Mini Coopers recalled over major fire risk

Electric Mini Coopers recalled over major fire risk

Electric Mini Coopers recalled over major fire risk

Electric Mini Coopers recalled over major fire risk

More than 1400 electric vehicles have been recalled due to a serious issue with their batteries that could cause fires.

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50 cent fares to stay in Qld - at least for four years

Both major parties in Queensland have ramped up their bid for votes by promising to keep 50 cent fares during the next term of government.

Australia could be global launch pad for green flights

Aviation experts say Australia could lead the world in carbon-cutting jet fuel if governments and the industry take action in the next year.

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.

Red meat, nuclear power off the climate response menu

Australia must cut emissions more quickly and fairly, environmental and social advocates say, while investors welcome clarity from an official climate review.

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Heavy electric vehicles face roadblocks in Australia

Electric trucks could cut emissions significantly, an inquiry has heard, but inconsistent regulations were making it hard for businesses to invest.

Cost of living puts the brakes on new vehicle sales

Vehicle sales have slowed down in Australia, with passenger and petrol cars taking significant hits, but the industry says it is still a "positive result".

How electric cars could drive renewable energy change

Motorists could support Australia's national electricity grid by using their cars as batteries, a report says, but policies and standards need to change.

End of the road for Qld's electric car rebate scheme

In a move advocates say is premature Australia's most generous electric vehicle rebate scheme will end almost one year early.

Overhaul pledge for 'neglected, underfunded' bus system

The NSW government says it's getting on top of a historically ignored bus system, but a key report has highlighted poor pay for drivers and other major issues.

Red-letter day for AusPost as big rivals dog deliveries

Australia Post expects dog attacks to reduce as a fleet of stealthy electric delivery vehicles grows, but warns of more work to be done to turn a profit.

2032 seems miles away as Olympics plans hit an election

The Queensland premier's plan to upgrade an ageing athletics stadium for the 2032 Games may not come to fruition if Labor loses at the October election.

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