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Increased oversight in Sydney Metro amid alleged fraud

Increased oversight in Sydney Metro amid alleged fraud

The results of investigations into bullying and fraud allegations at Australia's largest transport project won't be made public for some time.

Minister, 97, off the hook after port blockade arrest

Minister, 97, off the hook after port blockade arrest

Minister, 97, off the hook after port blockade arrest

Minister, 97, off the hook after port blockade arrest

A 97-year-old minister arrested alongside more than 100 activists is resolute in his fight for climate justice after blockading Newcastle Port for 30 hours.

Big change to Australian cars remains stuck in traffic

Big change to Australian cars remains stuck in traffic

Big change to Australian cars remains stuck in traffic

Big change to Australian cars remains stuck in traffic

The law that will change what cars are sold in Australia is facing delays in a development some experts say is hurting buyers' wallets.

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Truckies rally and call for transport reform

Truckies rally and call for transport reform

Truck drivers and unionists have staged rallies across the nation, calling on the Senate to pass workplace reforms in full.

'Doesn't stack up': Govt, airport bicker over rail plan

'Doesn't stack up': Govt, airport bicker over rail plan

Victoria's deputy premier has pushed back on Melbourne Airport's suggestion it could be more cost-effective to build a rail tunnel to Tullamarine underground.

Hydrogen cars next cab off the rank as demo servo opens

Hydrogen cars next cab off the rank as demo servo opens

The national science agency has achieved a key milestone in the development of a local hydrogen industry with the opening of a refuelling and research station.

End of the road trip: Aussies drive less to save fuel

End of the road trip: Aussies drive less to save fuel

Seven in every 10 Australian motorists are driving less to avoid rising fuel prices, a new survey shows, amid widespread support for new standards.

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Aussie firm joins quest to build ultimate green machine

Aussie firm joins quest to build ultimate green machine

Aussie firm joins quest to build ultimate green machine

Aussie firm joins quest to build ultimate green machine

Polestar's bid to create the world's first completely climate neutral vehicle will get a boost from an Australian green battery company.

Largest emitter AGL battles delay, billionaire activist

Largest emitter AGL battles delay, billionaire activist

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.

Roadside electric chargers power up more Sydney suburbs

Roadside electric chargers power up more Sydney suburbs

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

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'

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.

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'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.

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

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

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

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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

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

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

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

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.

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