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Katter MP Says It’s High Time the Government ‘Had a Crack’ at Saving Smelter
Robbie Katter says billions of dollars could be poured into the state if negotiations became more ‘fierce.’
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‘Colours to the Mast’: Hastie Says He Will Quit Frontbench Over Net Zero
Hastie also took aim at the recently released National Climate Risk Assessment, which predicts substantial economic and societal risks for Australia.
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3 Earthquakes Rattle Regional NSW in 9 Hours
Residents across NSW woke to an unsettling night as three separate earthquakes rippled through communities.
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Anti-Social Public Housing Tenants on Notice With New ‘Good Neighbour’ Rules
A man with a disability was killed in his own home at a South Australian public housing property in June.
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Victorian Opposition Pledges Extra Police Powers to Search for Weapons, Here’s Why
The announcement on the weekend comes after the alleged murder of two children in Melbourne by a machete-wielding gang.
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Big Four Banks Regain Public Trust While the ABC Loses It: Trust Survey
The latest survey of Australians’ trust in businesses holds a few surprises, though Woolworths and Coles remain the most distrusted brands in Australia.
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Rooftop Solar Now Powering 12.8 Percent of Australia’s Electricity: Clean Energy Body
Battery sales surge 191 percent on back of federal rebates, though researchers warn waste and reliability challenges must be addressed.
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Defence Focusing on PFAS Clean-Up at 28 Contaminated Sites
Amid its efforts to tackle PFAS contamination at defence bases, the department said it’s not realistic to completely remove the chemicals.
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Victorian Liberals Latest to Vote Against Net Zero
During the Victoria Liberal conference, party leaders re-emphasised their focus on crime.
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Albanese to Shut Sydney Office After Years of Protests, Disruptions
The office closes after years of pro-Palestinian protests, graffiti and blockades, with nearby church attendees also affected.
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Queensland Man Charged Over Nazi Salute at Football Match
The 39-year-old was arrested at the Lions-Suns semi-final clash and also handed a lifetime AFL ban.
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‘Vanishing Race’: Katter’s Plan to Boost Birth Rate Amid Mass Migration Concerns
Katter’s comments come as thousands took to the streets once again against migration policy.
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NSW Liberal Leader Remains Secure From Leadership Challenge After By-election Loss
Kellie Sloane was touted as a potential leadership candidate in the future.
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1.5 Million at Risk From Rising Seas: Climate Report Warns Economy Will Bleed Billions
Disasters may cost $40 billion a year and wipe $770 billion in property value.
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‘This Planet Needs to Heal’: Why Aussies Mourned Charlie Kirk’s Death
‘That shot that took out Charlie Kirk has ensured that his message is going to go from one corner of the planet to the other,’ said an attendee.
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2 Australians Charged With Firearms Trafficking Linked to Kidnapping of New Zealand Pilot
A two-year investigation has led to the arrest of two Australians accused of arming West Papuan militants who kidnapped Phillip Mehrtens in 2023.
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Sussan Ley Reveals New Shadow Ministry After Jacinta Price Exit
Ley made a broader than expected reshuffle after Senator Jacinta Price was cut from the Liberal frontbench.
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What to Expect From Australia’s Potential Defence Pact With Papua New Guinea
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese travels to the Pacific nation today, hoping to return with one of the region’s strongest security deals.
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ANZ to Pay Record $240 Million Fine After Bond and Retail Banking Misconduct
Cases cover false bond data, misled savers, ignored hardship notices, and fees on deceased estates.
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New Zealand Looks to Supercritical Geothermal as a New Energy Source
The government has selected a site in the Taupō geothermal region, in the middle of the North Island, as the site for the first exploratory well.
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Katter MP Says It’s High Time the Government ‘Had a Crack’ at Saving Smelter
Robbie Katter says billions of dollars could be poured into the state if negotiations became more ‘fierce.’
|
‘Colours to the Mast’: Hastie Says He Will Quit Frontbench Over Net Zero
Hastie also took aim at the recently released National Climate Risk Assessment, which predicts substantial economic and societal risks for Australia.
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3 Earthquakes Rattle Regional NSW in 9 Hours
Residents across NSW woke to an unsettling night as three separate earthquakes rippled through communities.
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Anti-Social Public Housing Tenants on Notice With New ‘Good Neighbour’ Rules
A man with a disability was killed in his own home at a South Australian public housing property in June.
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Victorian Opposition Pledges Extra Police Powers to Search for Weapons, Here’s Why
The announcement on the weekend comes after the alleged murder of two children in Melbourne by a machete-wielding gang.
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Big Four Banks Regain Public Trust While the ABC Loses It: Trust Survey
The latest survey of Australians’ trust in businesses holds a few surprises, though Woolworths and Coles remain the most distrusted brands in Australia.
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Rooftop Solar Now Powering 12.8 Percent of Australia’s Electricity: Clean Energy Body
Battery sales surge 191 percent on back of federal rebates, though researchers warn waste and reliability challenges must be addressed.
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Defence Focusing on PFAS Clean-Up at 28 Contaminated Sites
Amid its efforts to tackle PFAS contamination at defence bases, the department said it’s not realistic to completely remove the chemicals.
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Victorian Liberals Latest to Vote Against Net Zero
During the Victoria Liberal conference, party leaders re-emphasised their focus on crime.
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Albanese to Shut Sydney Office After Years of Protests, Disruptions
The office closes after years of pro-Palestinian protests, graffiti and blockades, with nearby church attendees also affected.
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Queensland Man Charged Over Nazi Salute at Football Match
The 39-year-old was arrested at the Lions-Suns semi-final clash and also handed a lifetime AFL ban.
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‘Vanishing Race’: Katter’s Plan to Boost Birth Rate Amid Mass Migration Concerns
Katter’s comments come as thousands took to the streets once again against migration policy.
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NSW Liberal Leader Remains Secure From Leadership Challenge After By-election Loss
Kellie Sloane was touted as a potential leadership candidate in the future.
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1.5 Million at Risk From Rising Seas: Climate Report Warns Economy Will Bleed Billions
Disasters may cost $40 billion a year and wipe $770 billion in property value.
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‘This Planet Needs to Heal’: Why Aussies Mourned Charlie Kirk’s Death
‘That shot that took out Charlie Kirk has ensured that his message is going to go from one corner of the planet to the other,’ said an attendee.
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2 Australians Charged With Firearms Trafficking Linked to Kidnapping of New Zealand Pilot
A two-year investigation has led to the arrest of two Australians accused of arming West Papuan militants who kidnapped Phillip Mehrtens in 2023.
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Sussan Ley Reveals New Shadow Ministry After Jacinta Price Exit
Ley made a broader than expected reshuffle after Senator Jacinta Price was cut from the Liberal frontbench.
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What to Expect From Australia’s Potential Defence Pact With Papua New Guinea
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese travels to the Pacific nation today, hoping to return with one of the region’s strongest security deals.
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ANZ to Pay Record $240 Million Fine After Bond and Retail Banking Misconduct
Cases cover false bond data, misled savers, ignored hardship notices, and fees on deceased estates.
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New Zealand Looks to Supercritical Geothermal as a New Energy Source
The government has selected a site in the Taupō geothermal region, in the middle of the North Island, as the site for the first exploratory well.
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