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Largest emitter AGL battles delay, billionaire activist

Largest emitter AGL battles delay, billionaire activist

Australia's biggest emitter AGL has avoided a second strike on executive pay but the largest shareholder is demanding an end to "old thinking" on energy supply.

Reduce car trips and get fitter, happier, study shows

Reduce car trips and get fitter, happier, study shows

Reduce car trips and get fitter, happier, study shows

Reduce car trips and get fitter, happier, study shows

A study challenging Australians to give up the use of one of their cars for a month unearthed surprising results, with many reporting less stress.

NSW won't accept cuts to key infrastructure funding

NSW won't accept cuts to key infrastructure funding

NSW won't accept cuts to key infrastructure funding

NSW won't accept cuts to key infrastructure funding

The NSW premier has vowed to continue pushing the federal government to provide the state with its fair share of money for major road and other projects.

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Roadside electric chargers power up more Sydney suburbs

Roadside electric chargers power up more Sydney suburbs

Electric car drivers will be able to charge up in more places after the City of Sydney mounted more charging stations on power poles.

Riches or rubbish: firms prepare for EV battery surge

Riches or rubbish: firms prepare for EV battery surge

The question of what to do with electric car batteries when they reach the end of their useful lives is being discussed in Australia as a deadline looms.

Battery economy: From 'dig-and-ship' to 'mine-and-make'

Battery economy: From 'dig-and-ship' to 'mine-and-make'

Some $2 billion in capital and other sweeteners could turn Australia from the world's quarry into a "mine-and-make''nation driving the battery supply chain.

'Bitter blow': Geelong to Melbourne fast-rail link axed

'Bitter blow': Geelong to Melbourne fast-rail link axed

A long-awaited federal infrastructure review has killed off plans to build a fast-rail link from Geelong to Melbourne and 11 other Victorian projects.

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SA hits brakes on road projects after feds axe funds

SA hits brakes on road projects after feds axe funds

SA hits brakes on road projects after feds axe funds

SA hits brakes on road projects after feds axe funds

Five SA road projects have been scrapped by the federal government in a national infrastructure review but the $15 billion North-South Corridor will go ahead.

Federal axe falls on NSW road and rail projects

Federal axe falls on NSW road and rail projects

Federal axe falls on NSW road and rail projects

Federal axe falls on NSW road and rail projects

A series of major road upgrades in Sydney and regional areas are in jeopardy after a shake-up of Commonwealth infrastructure spending.

Billions slashed from rail and road projects

Billions slashed from rail and road projects

Billions slashed from rail and road projects

Billions slashed from rail and road projects

Dozens of state projects have had their funding axed as the federal government scrambles to address a multi-billion dollar infrastructure cost blowout.

US brand plans to drive electric car sales Down Under

General Motors is planning an electric return to the Australian market, revealing it will launch a battery-powered Cadillac and two retail stores.

Bikes and e-scooters pumping billions into the economy

Bikes and e-scooters pumping billions into the economy

Bikes and e-scooters pumping billions into the economy

Bikes and e-scooters pumping billions into the economy

The popularity of bikes and e-scooters has triggered a string of benefits, generating billions for the economy, while providing health and environmental gains.

One of Australia's cheapest EVs named Car of the Year

One of Australia's cheapest EVs named Car of the Year

One of Australia's cheapest EVs named Car of the Year

One of Australia's cheapest EVs named Car of the Year

It's one of three electric vehicles to launch in Australia for less than $40,000 and Carsales has named the MG4 as the best new car of 2023.

Aussies urged to get on board an electric ferry future

Aussies urged to get on board an electric ferry future

Aussies urged to get on board an electric ferry future

Aussies urged to get on board an electric ferry future

Battery-powered boats could cut pollution and diesel fuel costs, according to a former Olympian visiting Australia to promote the technology.

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Australia's centre of power to power more electric cars

The first of more than 50 electric vehicle chargers have opened in Canberra's Parliament House as part of an effort to meet growing demand from visitors.

Toyota picks Australia to test hydrogen van prototype

A van powered by three hydrogen tanks will be tested in Australia after Toyota chose the nation as the best place to trial the technology.

Businesses still in the slow lane for electric vehicles

Almost one in three businesses have yet to add an electric car to their fleet and half say they will not make a full move until after 2030, a new study finds.

Fatal level crossing site not up to national standard

An investigation into a driver's fatal collision with a train two years ago has found a Brisbane level crossing did not meet Australian safety standards.

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Hydrogen-powered 'flying car' to be used in emergencies

An Australian company developing a hydrogen-fuelled aircraft capable of flying for up to 1000km has received a $5.4 million boost.

Cash to help WA firms charge ahead with EVs

A WA government scheme to help businesses install electric vehicle chargers could allow more employees to power up during work hours and while the sun shines.

Minns hasn't queried under-fire minister's knowledge

NSW Premier Chris Minns is standing by the state's transport minister despite a staffing scandal within her department.

Report pokes holes in fuel company plans for net zero

An analysis of net-zero plans released by petrol companies have questioned their green claims, including their reliance on 'dirty' hydrogen and carbon offsets.

Boss resigns after public servant's political work

The coalition wants NSW Transport Minister Jo Haylen to follow her chief-of-staff out the door after a scandal in her office.

Aussies buy a million new cars but electric sales stall

New car sales are speeding up despite challenging economic conditions, with figures revealing Australians are buying more and bigger vehicles.

Petrol giant powers more than 100 electric car chargers

Electric vehicle chargers are becoming a more common sight at petrol stations as BP passes its 100-charging point milestone.

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