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1. 'Excited' Brumbies get taste of Canberra's potential future in debut match for $630m NZ stadium
2026-04-20 08:17:15
The ACT Brumbies got a taste of what the future could hold for Canberra if it had a modern, state-of-the-art stadium, with a trip across the ditch presenting a potential blueprint for the capital.
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2. Cracks show in One Nation vote as Hanson taunts rivals
2026-04-20 07:11:13
Pauline Hanson believes other parties are copying One Nation's anti-immigration policies. Photo: Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS
Major parties are trying to emulate One Nation policies, its leader says, as two opinion polls show a plateau in voter support for the...score:0.615, 2026-04-20 10:27:28
3. Fire-hit refinery output to reach 90 per cent in weeks
2026-04-20 02:03:46
A fire-ravaged refinery has resumed trading and is expected to return to full capacity within weeks. Photo: PR IMAGE PHOTO
Production at one of Australia's two refineries, which was damaged in a major fire, is expected to almost return to full capacity...score:0.627, 2026-04-20 05:23:37
4. War on illegal tobacco needs more 'boots on the ground'
2026-04-19 19:00:05
Illicit tobacco now comprises an estimated 50 to 60 per cent of Australia's total tobacco trade. Photo: Tony Phillips/AAP PHOTOS
Too many illicit cigarettes are still ending up between Aussie fingers as lawmakers oscillate between cracking down on shady...score:0.602, 2026-04-19 22:17:56
5. Red tape cull and tax tweaks: war-shaped budget nears
2026-04-19 17:31:34
Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers and Finance Minister Katy Gallagher are being urged to cut red tape. Photo: Aap Image/AAP PHOTOS
Cutting red tape will form a key part of the federal budget as businesses and advocates for social services issue competing...score:0.605, 2026-04-19 20:47:05
6. Calls to drop charges as anti-protest laws struck down
2026-04-16 20:00:31
The striking down of protest bans could pave the way for charges to be dropped and people to sue. Photo: James Ross/AAP PHOTOS
Demonstrators who were arrested during a brutal police crackdown could have their charges dropped after a court struck down...score:0.616, 2026-04-16 23:13:50
7. Bolstered Defence APS to be key in 'dangerous and unpredictable era'
2026-04-16 04:47:36
Defence must reduce its reliance on contracted labour further, a new strategy sets out, as the Albanese government prepares the public service for a dangerous decade defined by fracture, rivalry and disorder.
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8. Wife's vow as ex-Top Gun pilot loses extradition fight
2026-04-16 04:09:58
The wife of a former US fighter pilot has vowed to keep fighting to block her husband's extradition. Photo: PR IMAGE PHOTO
The wife of a former US fighter pilot has vowed to keep fighting after her husband lost his bid to block his extradition from...score:0.609, 2026-04-16 07:31:57
9. Global threat increase triggers record spend on defence
2026-04-16 02:29:30
Defence Minister Richard Marles will hand down the 2026 national defence strategy on Thursday. Photo: Susie Dodds/AAP PHOTOS
Growing global threats are prompting Australia to spend the most ever on defence during peacetime, but the opposition has accused...score:0.61, 2026-04-16 06:00:54
10. AI yet to boom with Boomers but young workers trust it
2026-04-15 23:00:07
Older workers have much less trust AI tools' decisions than their younger colleagues, a study says. Photo: Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS
It is not just about the office playlist: artificial intelligence technology could deepen Australia's generation gap in the...score:0.626, 2026-04-16 02:27:29
11. Aussies want electric cars to save cash, not the planet
2026-04-15 22:00:22
Research has found high petrol prices are a key driver for people who may switch to an electric car. Photo: Con Chronis/AAP PHOTOS
More Australians will switch to an electric car if petrol prices continue to rise, a study has found, with two in five...score:0.633, 2026-04-16 01:26:45
12. Australia pledges huge rise in defence spending
2026-04-15 00:30:00
The Albanese government will pour an extra $14 billion into defence over the next four years, set to rise to $53 billion over the coming decade, lifting Australia's military spending to 3 per cent of GDP by the early 2030s.
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13. Election free-for-all looms as donation laws stuck down
2026-04-15 07:18:05
Paul Hopper and Melissa Lowe's High Court win over political donations and funding could backfire. Photo: Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS
An upcoming state election could become a spending free-for-all after political donation and campaign funding laws were...score:0.61, 2026-04-15 10:29:01
14. Labor cabinet rejigged as ministers sworn in to jobs
2026-04-15 04:05:31
Harriet Shing has gained health, ambulance services and water in the Victorian cabinet shakeup. Photo: James Ross/AAP PHOTOS
Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan has swung a raft of ministerial changes after Mary-Anne Thomas, Danny Pearson, Gayle Tierney and...score:0.608, 2026-04-15 07:25:48
15. From deep space to garbage tip: rural town strikes back
2026-04-14 04:09:15
The observatory and its role in the 1969 moon landing was featured in the movie The Dish. Photo: Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS
A rural town celebrated for space exploration, an eccentric Elvis festival and fresh food production fears it will soon be known as...score:0.6, 2026-04-14 07:37:53
16. Unions lobby to unlock fuel cap for workers who drive
2026-04-14 04:18:12
Unions want a vehicle allowance increase for workers struggling to cover spiralling fuel costs. Photo: Darren England/AAP PHOTOS
Workers who drive their own car for their job could soon be paid more for out-of-pocket costs on the road to combat rising...score:0.62, 2026-04-14 07:37:51
17. Kia's electric and hybrid future confirmed
2026-04-13 05:00:58
Kia's electric and hybrid future confirmed
Kia has confirmed its short-term new model plans, with the upcoming EV2 small SUV to be followed up with what appears to be an EV1 and a hybrid/electric ute.
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18. Two more agencies confirm voluntary redundancy processes underway
2026-04-12 19:30:00
The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) and Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (PM&C) have joined the growing list of agencies that have opened the door to staff departure.
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19. 'Not a stunt': recruitment plan targets overseas police
2026-04-12 05:04:02
The Liberals plan to use relocation payments to help Victoria Police recruit officers from overseas. Photo: Diego Fedele/AAP PHOTOS
A plan to recruit thousands of skilled police officers from overseas has been blasted as a "stunt" as Victoria's crime...score:0.631, 2026-04-12 08:34:52
20. Petrol and diesel dinosaurs lost, EVs won
2026-04-10 22:00:00
Petrol and diesel dinosaurs lost, EVs won
You can almost feel the warmth, can't you? You know, as Australia's many thousands of EV owners bask in their collective smugness as fuel prices shoot skyward and the world continues its hell-in-a handbasket...score:0.59, 2026-04-11 01:40:33
21. 'Barbaric': sickening moment man stomps on cop's face
2026-04-10 07:41:59
Koby Weaver, who stomped on an off-duty police officer's head, has been jailed. Photo: Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS
Three men have been slammed for a "barbaric attack" after sickening footage showed one of them stomping on an off-duty police officer's head with...score:0.551, 2026-04-10 10:59:43
22. Nissan's ground-breaking new SUV priced!
2026-04-10 06:42:51
Nissan's ground-breaking new SUV priced!
Nissan's long-awaited NX8 large SUV has gone on sale in China, where it is built as part of a joint-venture with Dongfeng.
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23. Miner's green push to help skip fuel woes rocking firms
2026-04-10 01:38:10
Fortescue has already introduced battery-powered trains in the Pilbara. Photo: Aaron Bunch/AAP PHOTOS
One of Australia's largest iron ore producers is accelerating plans to phase out fossil fuels, as geopolitical tensions continue to drive up oil...score:0.596, 2026-04-10 04:55:54
24. Art controversy in court and on national gallery walls
2026-04-09 21:00:02
The Ngura Pulka - Epic Country exhibition features major works by 52 Indigenous artists. Photo: Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS
Paintings associated with the nation's biggest art controversy in decades are going on display at the National Gallery of...score:0.624, 2026-04-10 00:17:37
25. 'Mixed message': financial hurdle to quitting smoking
2026-04-08 19:00:54
It can be cheaper for Aussies wanting to stop smoking to source illicit cigarettes than quit aids. Photo: Nikki Short/AAP PHOTOS
It can cost more to quit smoking than to continue puffing away on black-market cigarettes.
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26. 'Brutal knockout stage' for EVs: BYD
2026-04-08 06:37:02
'Brutal knockout stage' for EVs: BYD
BYD Chairman and Executive Director Wang Chuan-fu has said competition in the New Energy Vehicle (NEV) industry "has reached a fever pitch" and is entering a "brutal knockout stage".
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27. Electric vehicle fee could throttle record adoption
2026-04-08 03:31:56
Working families in outer suburbs could be hardest hit by an electric vehicle road user fee. Photo: Jono Searle/AAP PHOTOS
An annual fee for driving electric vehicles could put the brakes on their record sales in Australia, with almost one in three...score:0.614, 2026-04-08 06:47:24
28. Eye-popping price for BYD's new Camry rival
2026-04-07 09:00:06
Eye-popping price for BYD's new Camry rival
BYD has confirmed pricing and specifications for its Seal 6 sedan and wagon pair.
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29. More records loom as fuel crunch turbocharges EV sales
2026-04-07 05:39:11
Fuel shortages and costs, along with environmental concerns, are boosting EV sales. Photo: Jono Searle/AAP PHOTOS
Australians have raced to secure electric vehicles during the Middle East war-driven fuel crisis, near-doubling sales to set a national...score:0.619, 2026-04-07 09:01:59
30. Fuel crisis drives record Aussie electric car sales
2026-04-07 01:50:53
Demand for electric vehicles has rocketed the Tesla Model Y into the top five for new car sales. Photo: Steven Markham/AAP PHOTOS
Australians have raced to secure electric vehicles during the Middle East war-driven fuel crisis, near-doubling sales to set...score:0.629, 2026-04-07 04:58:19
31. Climate change department confirms hiring freeze, voluntary redundancies
2026-04-06 03:13:24
The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) has confirmed it will freeze new hiring and offer voluntary redundancies to staff as part of wider belt-tightening across the public service.
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32. Is the fuel crisis threatening ACT's waste collection services?
2026-04-03 18:30:00
The ACT government has assured the territory's rubbish trucks are operating as normal while councils across NSW warn fuel shortages will threaten waste collection services.
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33. Caps on gas, coal costs on the cards if prices soar
2026-04-03 02:59:37
Hundreds of petrol stations are out of fuel as the government considers capping gas and oil prices. Photo: Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS
Australia will consider imposing a cap on gas and coal prices if they skyrocket due to the Iran war, Energy Minister Chris...score:0.616, 2026-04-03 06:22:22
34. Game-changing battery the key to budget EVs
2026-04-02 04:33:33
Game-changing battery the key to budget EVs
A new type of battery technology could be about to take over the budget electric car industry.
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35. Extreme levels of blue-green algae found at Lake Burley Griffin
2026-04-02 04:05:00
Levels of blue-green algae have increased in Lake Burley Griffin after a visible green film appeared at the lake.
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36. Australia joins talks over reopening Strait of Hormuz
2026-04-01 20:50:22
Australia will join a snap virtual summit on how the Strait of Hormuz can be reopened. Photo: Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS
Australia will join leaders for a snap summit on how the Strait of Hormuz can be reopened, as truckies, fuel suppliers and fertiliser...score:0.619, 2026-04-02 00:00:26
37. Labor signed a pact with Anthropic. Here's what it means for the APS
2026-04-01 18:30:00
Australian public servants could access Anthropic's artificial intelligence (AI) tools more widely at work under a memorandum of understanding between the tech giant and the federal government.
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38. PM warned prime-time petrol plea risks stoking panic
2026-04-01 16:31:50
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese urged people to look out for one another in a pre-recorded speech. Photo: Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS
Australians will get through coming bumpy months of the global oil crisis by working together, the prime minister says, but...score:0.631, 2026-04-01 19:57:22
39. Fuel relief may not be enough to help stressed budgets
2026-04-01 01:18:01
Australians can expect to continue handing over more money to keep their vehicles on the road. Photo: Alan Porritt/AAP PHOTOS
Households already under pressure from higher interest rates will still face a cost wall of elevated fuel prices, despite...score:0.618, 2026-04-01 04:46:49
40. XPeng Australia take-over confirmed
2026-04-01 00:00:06
XPeng Australia take-over confirmed
In a dramatic turn of events, a new factory-backed arm of XPeng has taken the reins from previous distributor TrueEV in what appears to be shaping up to be a messy legal saga.
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41. Companies face new rules on gender equality actions
2026-03-31 16:31:17
Construction firm Clough's executive president Marco Assorati wants more women in engineering roles. Photo: PR IMAGE PHOTO
Major Australian employers will be required to set and meet gender equality targets in a push to lift workplace standards for male...score:0.63, 2026-03-31 19:40:41
42. Liberal withdraws candidacy after downing maverick MP
2026-03-30 04:51:28
Liberal MP Moira Deeming lost top spot in preselection but her political career may not be over. Photo: Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS
A state Liberal leader has declared a party member is not welcome on her team after it was revealed he provided a character...score:0.598, 2026-03-30 08:16:02
43. Sub-$10,000 EVs we need now
2026-03-30 01:56:22
Sub-$10,000 EVs we need now
Australia is getting short changed on some of the world's cheapest electric cars.
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44. Free public transport in two states to ease fuel pain
2026-03-28 21:51:59
Victorians will be able to travel free on public transport for a month. Photo: Michael Currie/AAP PHOTOS
Australians in two states will be able to travel on public transport for free to take pressure off household budgets as fuel costs surge.
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45. New fuel security powers to address supply crisis
2026-03-28 00:07:12
New national fuel security measures would see public funds used to underwrite private purchases. Photo: Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS
New fuel security powers allowing the federal government to underwrite private sector purchases have been announced to ensure...score:0.624, 2026-03-28 03:34:43
46. EV loans double as pressured drivers dodge petrol pump
2026-03-27 04:11:11
The start of war in the Middle East has triggered a surge in EV loan applications in Australia. Photo: Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS
US-led attacks on Iran and their subsequent impact on oil prices have turbocharged Australian demand for electric...score:0.606, 2026-03-27 07:22:04
47. Allegations surrounding CIT CEO have 'blown up in a public space': Opposition Leader
2026-03-26 05:16:04
An ACT minister says he is waiting "urgently" for an independent review into the hiring of the CIT chief executive before offering an opinion on the debacle while the opposition leader says the issue has "blown up".
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48. Profiling concerns mount as police plan influx in CBD
2026-03-26 04:14:45
Police numbers will nearly double in Melbourne's CBD in coming days. Photo: James Ross/AAP PHOTOS
A spike in the number of police deployed to a major city centre to combat crime has left civil rights groups fearful it will lead to more profiling, but the...score:0.598, 2026-03-26 07:32:44
49. ABC staff go on strike for first time in decades
2026-03-25 00:04:56
Live radio and TV programming at the ABC will be disrupted by a 24-hour staff strike. Photo: Bianca De Marchi/AAP PHOTOS
ABC staff have downed tools for the first time in 20 years, fighting for an improved pay offer and better working conditions at the...score:0.609, 2026-03-25 03:38:09
50. 'Need to escalate': Libs call for scrutiny as govt pushed on CIT CEO hiring
2026-03-24 18:30:00
The Canberra Liberals have called on the ACT government to provide key documents concerning the hiring of the current CIT chief executive, who was found to have contravened her former employer's code of conduct months after she began in the...score:0.616, 2026-03-24 21:34:12
51. 'Stealth' land claim law parked after Indigenous uproar
2026-03-24 03:55:01
Proposed legal changes that Indigenous leaders and lawyers warned could have affected thousands of undecided land claims have been mothballed.
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52. Unions urge five per cent pay rise as inflation bites
2026-03-24 02:14:18
The ACTU is pushing for a five per cent pay rise for the nation's lowest-paid workers. Photo: Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS
Nearly three million low-paid workers would receive thousands more in annual wages under a union push for a five per cent pay...score:0.616, 2026-03-24 05:23:25
53. Farmers fear EU trade deal will shortchange agriculture
2026-03-23 16:30:42
The National Farmers Federation fears the EU trade deal could increase quotas on beef and lamb. Photo: James Ross/AAP PHOTOS
Farmers are on edge as Australia and the European Union comb through the final details of a long-awaited trade deal they hope...score:0.615, 2026-03-23 19:46:04
54. Gas, property lobbies fire up over proposed tax reform
2026-03-23 07:31:10
Australia's fossil fuel and property industries are gearing up for a fight over tax as the government mulls changes ahead of its May budget.
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55. No welcome mat for thirsty, energy-hungry data centres
2026-03-23 01:06:24
The red carpet will be rolled out for data centres that add to clean energy supply and minimise water use under keenly anticipated national guidelines.
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56. Senior execs sign off on APS-wide mobility and redeployment project
2026-03-22 18:30:00
Public service executives have signed off on a project to make it easier to move staff around the sector's more than 100 agencies in response to changing government priorities.
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57. Lines drawn on data centres' energy and water use
2026-03-22 18:00:00
New data centres will be incentivised to adopt their own clean energy to offset demand on the grid. Photo: Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS
Adding to clean energy supply and minimising water footprints will become national expectations for new data centres...score:0.611, 2026-03-22 21:28:38
58. Labor considers windfall gas tax amid Iran price spike
2026-03-20 05:22:52
Resource companies could be hit with a windfall levy in the upcoming federal budget. Photo: Darren England/AAP PHOTOS
The energy minister has kept the door open to new taxes on gas companies' profits following reports the government is considering a...score:0.56, 2026-03-20 08:41:10
59. Bumpy path predicted for self-driving cars in Australia
2026-03-19 19:00:02
Like most new technologies, self-driving cars are tipped to come with a mixture of pros and cons. Photo: Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson/AAP PHOTOS
Autonomous cars could slash transport pollution by driving more efficiently, avoiding traffic snarls and...score:0.641, 2026-03-19 22:33:14
60. GWM's game-changing EV gamble
2026-03-19 04:53:02
GWM's game-changing EV gamble
Major Chinese carmaker GWM will invest more money into its solid-state battery program over the coming years to better challenge BYD and Chery.
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61. PM flags fuel supply measures, wants nation prepared
2026-03-19 01:41:50
State and territory leaders are in crisis talks as fuel supplies dwindle across regional areas. Photo: Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS
A fuel tsar has been appointed to oversee supply issues triggered by the Middle East conflict, as Anthony Albanese flags new...score:0.614, 2026-03-19 04:49:02
62. PM wants nation 'over prepared' amid fuel supply fears
2026-03-19 00:40:40
State and territory leaders are in crisis talks as fuel supplies dwindle across regional areas. Photo: Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS
A fuel tsar has been appointed to oversee supply issues triggered by the Middle East conflict.
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63. National leaders meet to deal with fuel supply woes
2026-03-18 23:30:47
State and territory leaders are in crisis talks as fuel supplies dwindle across regional areas. Photo: Jay Kogler/AAP PHOTOS
State and territory leaders are expected to appoint a fuel tsar to oversee potential supply issues triggered by the Middle East...score:0.621, 2026-03-19 02:46:59
64. US Fed leaves rates unchanged despite higher inflation
2026-03-18 20:26:30
US stocks pared losses slightly after the release of the Fed's policy statement on rates. Photo: AP PHOTO
The US Federal Reserve has held interest rates steady and projected higher inflation, steady unemployment and only a single reduction in borrowing...score:0.62, 2026-03-18 23:45:09
65. High-power pit stop: quantum batteries could rev up EVs
2026-03-17 19:00:05
Quantum batteries could one day charge electric cars in minutes and phones instantly. Photo: Jono Searle/AAP PHOTOS
Next-generation batteries Australian researchers are developing could potentially recharge electric cars faster than petrol vehicles fill...score:0.635, 2026-03-17 22:26:52
66. Renewable energy project may help blow down power bills
2026-03-17 16:31:16
Australia has six dedicated zones for offshore wind farms, but no projects have yet to materialise. Photo: Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS
Offshore wind farms could deliver significant savings for Australian households, with some consumers seeing $151 cut from...score:0.621, 2026-03-17 19:54:42
67. Tax discount 'skewing' property market to investors
2026-03-17 06:50:18
The federal government is being urged to cut tax discounts which favour property investors. Photo: Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS
Discounts on capital gains tax have been found to skew the housing market in favour of investors at the expense of owner-occupiers,...score:0.612, 2026-03-17 10:17:23
68. Scientists make Parkinson's drug from plastic bottles
2026-03-17 05:25:51
A drug to treat Parkinson's disease has been made from used plastic bottles via a pioneering method. Photo: Tracey Nearmy/AAP PHOTOS
Scientists have discovered a way of making a drug for Parkinson's disease from used plastic bottles, saying it shows how...score:0.621, 2026-03-17 08:46:42
69. Aussie drivers divided over petrol vs electric future
2026-03-16 19:00:42
One in three Aussies are less likely to buy an EV if the fringe benefits tax exemption is removed. Photo: Jason O'BRIEN/AAP PHOTOS
Almost two in five Australians are considering an electric or hybrid vehicle for their next car purchase, but many could...score:0.637, 2026-03-16 22:07:42
70. Aussie firm to roll out AI-in-a-box in regional areas
2026-03-16 04:42:50
An Australian company plans to site modular computing hubs near regional renewable energy projects. Photo: PR IMAGE PHOTO
Artificial intelligence hubs resembling shipping containers will be installed across Australia to boost the nation's tech...score:0.625, 2026-03-16 07:55:52
71. Family kidnap claims as Iranian soccer players return
2026-03-16 04:46:27
Iran's women soccer players face an uncertain future in their homeland after playing in Australia. Photo: EPA PHOTO
The captain of the Iranian women's soccer team followed her players in leaving Australia and withdrawing asylum claims because their...score:0.609, 2026-03-16 07:55:51
72. MOG changes won't fix ADF capability gaps, Paterson says
2026-03-15 18:30:00
Opposition defence spokesman James Paterson says his return to the national security frontbench will be defined by a "methodical" push to restore ADF capability, declaring that a bureaucratic shake-up will not be enough to protect Australians from...score:0.616, 2026-03-15 21:47:49
73. Missing man found alive as flood relief expanded
2026-03-15 06:43:59
Hardship assistance has been extended to flood-hit residents across huge swathes of Queensland. Photo: John Wilson/AAP PHOTOS
A man has been found alive two days after disappearing into a flooded river from a houseboat, as a developing weather system...score:0.609, 2026-03-15 10:09:29
74. Compo in offing for state greyhound racing ban
2026-03-15 02:35:22
Greyhound racing is on track to be phased out in one Australian state by the end of the decade. Photo: Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS
A bone has been thrown to dishlicker owners to curry political favour for a state ban on greyhound racing.
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75. ACT emergency services warning system not tested before 2025-26 bushfire season
2026-03-14 18:30:00
The ACT's emergency service warning system was not tested before the 2025-26 high-risk weather season due to planned upgrades.
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76. Postcode where more drivers plug into electric car cuts
2026-03-13 23:32:07
Drivers in outer suburban areas of NSW, Victoria and Queensland have embraced EV tax exemptions. Photo: Jono Searle/AAP PHOTOS
Ending a tax exemption for electric vehicles could unfairly punish families outside major metropolitan areas who are dealing...score:0.597, 2026-03-14 02:46:30
77. Supercharged inequality: rich investors stifle budget
2026-03-13 02:34:50
Ten of the wealthiest areas of Australia are reaping a third of the capital gains tax discount. Photo: Steve Markham/AAP PHOTOS
Taxpayers could be missing out on almost $200 billion in forgone revenue over the next decade, as a result of property...score:0.605, 2026-03-13 05:59:31
78. Househunting pledge a 'win' for younger voters
2026-03-12 18:00:29
Victorian Labor's inspections policy targets young voters struggling to get into the housing market. Photo: Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS
A push to make vendors responsible for pre-sale property inspections is a promising bid to win over younger voters ahead of...score:0.625, 2026-03-12 21:21:55
79. 'Made me feel ill': relief for househunting headache
2026-03-12 04:37:05
Some prospective buyers are forking out thousands of dollars for home inspection reports. Photo: Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS
Burning thousands of dollars on building and pest inspections could soon become a thing of the past for cash-strapped homebuyers in...score:0.628, 2026-03-12 08:10:24
80. Battery recycling could power a $6.9b industry by 2050
2026-03-11 19:00:07
Recycling batteries from e-bikes and electric vehicles could be a winner for the Australian economy. Photo: Sarah Wilson/AAP PHOTOS
Recycling flat batteries could recharge Australia's economy by $6.9 billion a year and support more than 34,000 jobs with...score:0.632, 2026-03-11 22:34:23
81. New homebuyers using smaller deposits, borrowing more
2026-03-11 16:31:31
Government schemes are allowing first-time homebuyers to borrow more with smaller deposits. Photo: Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS
First-time homebuyers are borrowing more while putting down less money as they take advantage of government schemes to help them buy...score:0.62, 2026-03-11 20:02:04
82. Data centre boom shakes up infrastructure priorities
2026-03-11 07:34:55
Australia's population will hit 30 million within years, putting infrastructure under pressure. Photo: Darren England/AAP PHOTOS
Providing water and energy infrastructure to meet the rapid rise in data centre investment should be among Australia's top...score:0.623, 2026-03-11 10:54:33
83. 'Be bold': Spender urges income tax shake-up in budget
2026-03-11 07:02:37
Young workers are bearing a large share of the tax burden as Australia ages, an independent MP says. Photo: James Ross/AAP PHOTOS
The average Australian worker would receive more than $1600 a year in income tax cuts as part of independent MP Allegra...score:0.606, 2026-03-11 10:23:53
84. Should carpenters have to hold a license? ACT gov opens industry consultation
2026-03-10 19:00:00
Canberrans working in key trades including carpentry, concreting and bricklaying could have to apply for a licence under a new ACT government proposal aimed at improving building quality.
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85. Watch out BYD: Cheap new MG SUV takes shape
2026-03-09 00:57:04
Watch out BYD: Cheap new MG SUV takes shape
MG is seemingly plotting an SUV version of its upcoming MG4 Urban hatchback, with a mystery new crossover SUV spotted in China.
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86. ACIC to be stripped of 'extraordinary' dark web hacking powers
2026-03-07 18:30:00
The Albanese government will strip the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission (ACIC) of "extraordinary" surveillance powers to covertly disrupt serious crime on the dark web ahead of long-awaited national security law changes.
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87. AUKUS issues need clear-eyed debate
2026-03-07 18:30:00
The presence of three Australian submariners aboard the United States Virginia-class submarine that sank an Iranian frigate off the coast of Sri Lanka is deeply problematic.
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88. Government 'doing more' to help bring Australians home
2026-03-07 02:04:38
The federal government is stepping up efforts to bring Australians home from the Middle East. Photo: George Chan/AAP PHOTOS
Australians stranded in Qatar will soon be able to bus to Saudi Arabia as the federal government works to bring citizens home...score:0.621, 2026-03-07 05:10:43
89. Kia and Hyundai EVs could be in trouble
2026-03-06 04:56:44
Kia and Hyundai EVs could be in trouble
New reports out of the US say Hyundai and Kia may be forced to significantly reduce their EV footprint as volatile trade winds bite.
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90. Australia's ban on Islamist group 'comes at a cost'
2026-03-06 03:11:09
Australia has banned an Islamist group under new laws introduced after the Bondi massacre. Photo: Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS
Australia has banned controversial Islamist group Hizb ut-Tahrir under laws introduced after the Bondi massacre, but terrorism...score:0.619, 2026-03-06 06:23:28
91. Half-a-million-dollar V8 coupe lands
2026-03-05 22:00:00
Half-a-million-dollar V8 coupe lands
Mercedes-Benz has released pricing for its Maybach SL680 luxury large convertible coupe.
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92. 'You were only promoted because you were a female': Krissy Barrett speaks on her experience after Broderick review
2026-03-05 18:30:00
Australia's first female Federal Police Commissioner has opened up about the sexist commentary she faced after being promoted to a superintendent position within the force, in the wake of a landmark review into bullying and sexual harassment.
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93. Tax cut could help more drivers dodge petrol price hike
2026-03-05 19:00:00
Automotive groups are calling for EV incentives as a way for motorists to avoid soaring fuel prices. Photo: Dan Peled/AAP PHOTOS
Keeping tax cuts for electric cars and reintroducing state-based rebates could help more Australians avoid rising petrol...score:0.618, 2026-03-05 22:18:28
94. Gender equality 'crossroads' shows growing friction
2026-03-05 16:30:00
Women have made gains in equality but more men feel their advances have gone far enough. Photo: Bianca De Marchi/AAP PHOTOS
Australia has recorded its highest global ranking on equality while still needing major steps to improve health, safety and...score:0.623, 2026-03-05 19:46:02
95. The next-gen self-driving tech is coming
2026-03-05 16:00:00
The next-gen self-driving tech is coming
Tesla and full self-driving are synonymous with each other - even if not always for the right reasons. But China’s IM Motors (which is sold locally by MG) is hoping to squeeze its own name into the conversation as...score:0.621, 2026-03-05 19:15:23
96. Drivers set for cannabis exemption if not impaired
2026-03-05 04:49:19
The NSW government is working on an exemption for drivers with medicinal cannabis in their system. Photo: Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS
Long-awaited changes letting people with medicinal cannabis in their system drive have won the approval of a state...score:0.623, 2026-03-05 08:06:22
97. Airport infrastructure boom could sting travellers
2026-03-05 03:02:28
Airports are set to spend $20 billion on major infrastructure projects over the next decade. Photo: Dave Hunt/AAP PHOTOS
Travellers could face higher airfares as airports pass on the costs of a major nationwide infrastructure building push, the consumer...score:0.607, 2026-03-05 06:35:08
98. Eslake review proves policy failures to blame for the ACT debt crisis
2026-03-04 18:30:00
Chief Minister Andrew Barr has tried to deflect the blame for the ACT's deteriorating fiscal position onto COVID-19. Picture by Karleen Minney
Very little of what Saul Eslake said in his review of the ACT government's finances would have surprised...score:0.596, 2026-03-04 21:59:27
99. Flatlining productivity shows need for budget surgery
2026-03-04 16:31:27
Treasurer Jim Chalmers acknowledges the budget needs to tackle inflation and productivity. Photo: Jono Searle/AAP PHOTOS
Strong economic growth data and conflict in the Middle East has further ramped up pressure on Treasurer Jim Chalmers to pursue...score:0.615, 2026-03-04 19:58:02
100. More electric trucks, motorbikes to deliver carbon cuts
2026-03-03 19:00:03
Australia Post plans to increase the electric trucks and motorbikes in its network. Photo: Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS
Australians can expect more of their letters and parcels to be delivered quietly in the coming years as Australia Post expands its fleet of...score:0.631, 2026-03-03 22:11:42
101. Halting infrastructure projects would be 'catastrophic' despite debt, inquiry hears
2026-03-03 03:33:32
Halting the ACT's infrastructure projects due to a deteriorating financial situation would be "catastrophic", a property industry advocate has warned, while the territory's chief minister blamed the government's fiscal crunch on COVID-19...score:0.618, 2026-03-03 06:58:40
102. Port closes for new homes but majority unaffordable
2026-03-03 01:13:36
Plans are under way to turn a working port into Sydney's newest suburb with 8500 homes. Photo: HANDOUT/NSW GOVERNMENT
A "game-changing, city-shaping" project will turn a working port into prime waterfront housing.
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103. Calls to cut red tape, corporate tax ahead of budget
2026-03-02 16:31:12
The treasurer is being urged to take bold action on cutting red tape to boost Australia's economy. Photo: Alan Porritt/AAP PHOTOS
A new ranking of business investment competitiveness has placed Australia near the bottom for tax and regulation, which...score:0.622, 2026-03-02 19:51:36
104. Pressure to fix gas tax raising less revenue than beer
2026-03-02 16:31:49
A Senate motion will be introduced to examine the share of profits from offshore LNG projects. Photo: Darren England/AAP PHOTOS
Labor faces a push for a parliament inquiry into Australia's underperforming gas tax amid growing calls to make fossil fuel...score:0.628, 2026-03-02 19:51:36
105. Push to list gambling harm as a public health issue
2026-03-02 03:58:46
Reform advocates want the federal government to recognise gambling harm as a public health issue. Photo: Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS
A push to list gambling as a public health risk has been backed by reform advocates, who point to the economic, financial and...score:0.624, 2026-03-02 07:12:27
106. Writer pays for lies that 'humiliated' church leader
2026-02-27 04:23:15
Archbishop Makarios Griniezakis has been awarded $300,000 from a journalist who defamed him. Photo: Dylan Coker/AAP PHOTOS
False accusations about the leader of the Greek Orthodox Church in Australia have cost a journalist more than $300,000.
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107. Virgin leaders join Qantas on airport costs warning
2026-02-27 02:55:22
Back-paying taxes has impacted Virgin Australia's bottom-line interim net profit. Photo: Dave Hunt/AAP PHOTOS
Air travel could be out of reach for ordinary Australians if airlines can't manage rising industry costs such as airport charges, according to...score:0.623, 2026-02-27 06:16:42
108. Extra kangaroo features on new $1 coin to celebrate 60 years of decimal currency
2026-02-27 01:40:49
It's time to check your change, Australia. The one-dollar coin has a subtle, new design - its first update since it was first released more than 40 years ago.
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109. Maggie Beer group back in the black despite tough half
2026-02-27 01:23:07
Renowned celebrity chef Maggie Beer is a director and public face of the company named after her. Photo: Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS
The company named after beloved Australian chef Maggie Beer is still considering the possible sale of its popular hampers...score:0.61, 2026-02-27 04:45:14
110. Trigger pulled for tougher gun reforms after Bondi
2026-02-27 00:12:17
A state's gun ownership reforms being announced on Friday are expected to include a buyback scheme. Photo: Caroline Schelle/AAP PHOTOS
Tough reforms are set to tighten a state's gun laws following Australia's deadliest terror attack, though they will...score:0.616, 2026-02-27 03:44:48
111. Check-out time for Coles on results as focus magnifies
2026-02-26 16:30:38
Coles, which has been accused of misleading customers, is set to announce its half-year results. Photo: Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS
Australian supermarket giant Coles is under the spotlight again as it reveals its next set of profit results after spending...score:0.605, 2026-02-26 19:38:07
112. Fourteen people access voluntary assisted dying in first three months
2026-02-26 01:29:02
Fourteen people have died by voluntary assisted dying (VAD) in the first three months of the ACT scheme.
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113. Lotteries under scrutiny for problem gambling register
2026-02-25 20:00:08
A national self-exclusion register for harmful gamblers is being urged to expand to cover Keno and other rapid, online betting products.
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114. 'Rise on the horizon': inflation fuels rate hike fears
2026-02-25 05:46:00
Mortgage holders might be spared an interest rate rise at the next Reserve Bank meeting, but fresh inflation figures have placed further pressure on the board for future hikes.
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115. 'Change the way we move': works begin on airport rail
2026-02-25 01:45:15
Melbourne's new rail link will connect the airport to the regional and metropolitan train networks. Photo: PR IMAGE PHOTO
Construction has begun on a long-awaited rail link to Australia's second-largest airport after a fresh funding boost for the...score:0.639, 2026-02-25 05:03:45
116. Meet the top three frontrunners for Australia's next CDF
2026-02-25 00:30:00
Air Marshal Robert Chipman, Lieutenant General Susan Coyle, and Vice Admiral Mark Hammond are said to be the frontrunners to succeed Admiral David Johnston when he steps down as chief of the defence force in July.
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117. What you need to know about the changes to mobile phone and seatbelt cameras
2026-02-24 20:15:00
A mobile phone and seatbelt camera on the Illawarra Highway in the Macquarie Pass. File picture by Robert Peet
People caught flouting the law and using their mobile phone while driving or not wearing a seatbelt, be warned, new cameras could catch you...score:0.619, 2026-02-25 03:31:48
118. Inflation figures set to impact federal budget savings
2026-02-24 22:45:48
Headline inflation is tipped to trend down to 3.6 per cent in figures set for release on Wednesday. Photo: Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS
Looming inflation figures could change how the federal budget is prepared, but the numbers are unlikely to ward off future...score:0.625, 2026-02-25 02:00:18
119. Unmanned petrol stations fuelling higher earnings
2026-02-23 06:17:57
Unstaffed fuel-only stations are proving a success, the country's biggest petrol station owner says, in a sign Australians could be seeing more of them.
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120. Dangerous blizzard warnings issued for US East Coast
2026-02-23 04:43:15
New York City has banned non-emergency travel on the streets from Sunday until noon on Monday. Photo: AP PHOTO
New York City and New Jersey have announced travel bans, airlines have cancelled thousands of flights and even Broadway shows have shut down as...score:0.619, 2026-02-23 07:55:52
121. Childcare workers on 'ick' alert after abuse scandals
2026-02-23 01:54:35
A Senate inquiry into safety in the early childhood education and care sector has moved to Brisbane. Photo: Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS
Australia's childcare workers are on "ick" alert as they scramble to rebuild public trust after the sector was engulfed in...score:0.609, 2026-02-23 05:24:08
122. Big trucks and buses drive a heavy healthcare burden
2026-02-22 19:00:00
Pollution from heavy vehicles is costing Australia more than $6.2 billion a year in premature deaths and serious medical conditions such as childhood asthma and strokes.
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123. Year of the fire horse brings Chinese museum to life
2026-02-22 04:27:31
With lion dancers and a visit from the prime minister, a museum dedicated to the stories of some of Australia's earliest migrants has marked a start years in the making.
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124. Public service wages are growing faster than those in the private sector - it's likely good for the government
2026-02-20 00:30:00
Public sector wage growth is outpacing that of the private sector, compelling workers into government jobs.
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125. 'As good as it gets' is not good enough
2026-02-19 18:30:00
Is the way we live now 'as good as it gets'? That is what NAB CEO Andrew Irvine is suggesting. Picture by Keegan Carroll
When the chief executive of a big-four bank says the nation is at "peak Australia" and that how we are living now is "as good as it...score:0.608, 2026-02-19 21:51:47
126. Respected independent economist appointed to review ACT's finances
2026-02-19 18:30:00
The widely respected independent economist whose review of Tasmania's finances said increasing revenue offered a better path to fixing the state's fiscal position than arbitrary spending cuts has been appointed to review the ACT's books.
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127. Findings loom in long-awaited, politically charged corruption probe
2026-02-19 18:30:00
People caught up in a multi-year investigation into alleged political and union interference in an ACT government procurement process are expected to learn what findings the corruption watchdog has made about them at the end of this month.
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128. Popular car brands in trouble on emissions
2026-02-18 23:07:08
Popular car brands in trouble on emissions
The federal government has released the results of the first New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES), with several major manufacturers impacted.
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129. Popular car brand earns $24m debt under pollution rules
2026-02-18 18:00:01
Two out of every three car companies operating in Australia have met the nation's emissions targets in their first year of operation, fuelled by an influx of electric and hybrid vehicles.
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130. Dodgy online items in consumer watchdog's crosshairs
2026-02-18 16:30:01
Shein and Temu are popular with Australian online shoppers but often deliver junk products. Photo: Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS
Subscription traps and dangerous products bought on marketplaces like Shein and Temu are in the crosshairs of a new digital focus...score:0.613, 2026-02-18 19:36:03
131. Push to outlaw spliced Russian 'blood oil' in Australia
2026-02-18 05:49:51
Ukrainians say Russian oil is being used by third nations to make fuel exported to Australia. Photo: Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS
Ukrainian Australians accuse Australia of having blood on its hands over the import of spliced Russian oil, with profits helping...score:0.618, 2026-02-18 09:23:18
132. Private health insurance hike another blow for budgets
2026-02-18 04:19:15
Millions of Australians' budgets will take another hit with the biggest rise in health insurance costs in years, but most are expected to still hang onto their policies.
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133. Rural renewable projects causing `significant unease'
2026-02-18 04:11:51
Renewable projects including wind farms have caused angst in some rural communities. Photo: Stephanie Gardiner/AAP PHOTOS
Farmers say renewable energy projects have left rural roads in ruins, cut connectivity and pitted neighbours against each other, as...score:0.617, 2026-02-18 07:22:14
134. Cyber security report card: Legacy systems exposed to modern hacking threats
2026-02-17 18:30:00
Nearly four in five federal government entities are failing to meet the mandatory baseline for cyber security, as crumbling legacy technology and a lack of dedicated funding leave the Commonwealth's digital architecture exposed to potential...score:0.577, 2026-02-17 22:14:19
135. 'Shrouded in secrecy': watchdogs demand budget shake-up
2026-02-17 19:01:24
Victoria's three key integrity watchdogs want strengthened budget transparency and independence. Photo: Julian Smith/AAP PHOTOS
A trifecta of integrity watchdogs has launched a push for a funding overhaul as a state premier continues to be raked over the...score:0.612, 2026-02-17 22:14:18
136. Triple-zero outages and changes trigger more complaints
2026-02-17 18:00:40
Phone complaints are rising, including the number of people being cut off from triple-zero services. Photo: Bianca De Marchi/AAP PHOTOS
Complaints about being cut off from emergency services have surged in Australia following the Optus triple-zero outage...score:0.623, 2026-02-17 21:13:59
137. Regional housing market booms, outpacing capital cities
2026-02-17 16:30:29
Research shows the regional property market is surging, outpacing the capital cities. Photo: Stephanie Gardiner/AAP PHOTOS
With the prospect of paying at least $1 million for a home in many of Australia's capital cities, buyers are once again looking to...score:0.619, 2026-02-17 19:41:54
138. AI digs deep into future of Australian farming sector
2026-02-17 04:04:35
Artificial intelligence, robot vehicles and drones are transforming Australian farming in a bid to boost efficiency, overcome labour shortages, and improve sustainability.
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139. Illegal ciggies tipped to soon stub out retail sales
2026-02-17 01:43:49
A retailer says tobacco tax cuts would reap the government billions of dollars and hurt crime gangs. Photo: Regi Varghese/AAP PHOTOS
A major Australian retailer forecasts 90 per cent of cigarettes will be illegally sourced within a few years unless the...score:0.61, 2026-02-17 04:59:16
140. Rattenbury stands by 'incompetent' claim against Labor minister
2026-02-17 01:35:21
Greens leader Shane Rattenbury has confirmed he publicly called a Labor minister "frankly close to incompetent" and stood by his "unvarnished" criticisms of the government.
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141. 'Whimsical' store updates deliver for baby stuff seller
2026-02-17 01:12:06
Australia's biggest specialist baby goods retailer lifted sales to December 29 by 6.7 per cent. Photo: David Gray/AAP PHOTOS
Baby Bunting's attempt to re-imagine the way parents shop for their kiddos is paying off, with first-half sales growth exceeding...score:0.619, 2026-02-17 04:28:39
142. 'No validity': top Liberal rejects leaked migrant plan
2026-02-16 22:39:38
Angus Taylor's focus is on migration but he has denied knowledge of a leaked proposal. Photo: Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS
Opposition Leader Angus Taylor has denied being privy to a proposed Liberal policy that would ban immigrants from regions of select...score:0.612, 2026-02-17 01:56:17
143. Annoying new car feature canned
2026-02-16 07:36:36
Annoying new car feature canned
The President of the United States Donald Trump and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin have combined to eliminate the ‘off-cycle credit’ the EPA said was used to implement the start-stop...score:0.615, 2026-02-16 11:15:47
144. Coles points finger at suppliers for price changes
2026-02-16 07:07:36
Coles is facing court accused of disguising price increases as discounts. Photo: Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS
Australian supermarket giant Coles claims an unprecedented number of requests from suppliers to increase costs led to price changes which are being...score:0.609, 2026-02-16 10:45:31
145. Steelmaker pledges dividend bonanza, but shares drop
2026-02-16 06:43:19
BlueScope Steel has fired up both its profits and its dividend to shareholders. Photo: Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS
Australia's biggest steelmaker has promised to shower its shareholders with increased payouts weeks after rejecting a a lucrative takeover...score:0.619, 2026-02-16 10:15:17
146. Annoying new car feature banned
2026-02-16 05:31:08
Annoying new car feature banned
The President of the United States Donald Trump and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin have combined to eliminate the ‘off-cycle credit’ the EPA said was used to implement the start-stop...score:0.615, 2026-02-16 08:43:22
147. Coal industry body denies election 'astroturfing' claim
2026-02-16 04:34:03
Coal Australia was the major backer of a group that ran attack ads against progressive candidates. Photo: Dave Hunt/AAP PHOTOS
A coal industry body denies it engaged in "astroturfing" by funnelling millions into a group campaigning against progressive...score:0.618, 2026-02-16 07:42:39
148. One tax still off the table as treasurer weighs reform
2026-02-16 04:03:17
Jim Chalmers insists he isn't budging on the GST rate, despite the IMF saying it could be increased. Photo: Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS
Treasurer Jim Chalmers won't change the GST despite urging from an influential global economic body to lift the consumption...score:0.604, 2026-02-16 07:12:10
149. Thousands of new brickies, sparkies to bolster housing
2026-02-16 01:57:37
New apprentices are eligible for up to $10,000 in financial support throughout their training. Photo: Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS
Thousands of new apprentices could help bring down the cost of construction, but land has been identified as the biggest hurdle...score:0.627, 2026-02-16 05:10:32
150. Nation's biggest steelmaker pledges shareholder bonanza
2026-02-16 01:54:23
BlueScope's new chief executive Tania Archibald has presented results showing a big jump in profits. Photo: Susie Dodds/AAP PHOTOS
Australia's biggest steelmaker has reported a big jump in profit and is promising to pay more of it to shareholders weeks...score:0.607, 2026-02-16 05:10:31
151. BYD's rise and rise could be set to fall
2026-02-13 02:12:39
BYD's rise and rise could be set to fall
While Australian sales of Chinese vehicles continue to grow at a staggering rate it looks like the country’s car industry, including the world’s largest EV manufacturer BYD, has hit a nasty speed bump due to a...score:0.593, 2026-02-13 05:42:44
152. 'Watch this space': Fortescue bullish on climate target
2026-02-12 04:28:37
Fortescue estimates electric train engines will help cut its diesel use by about one million litres. Photo: AAP PHOTOS
One of Australia's biggest miners could reach its ambitious decarbonisation goals early, the company says, after revealing a pair of...score:0.624, 2026-02-12 07:57:54
153. Aussies ditch copper for fibre to boost download speeds
2026-02-12 03:07:26
New fibre connections are boosting broadband speeds for millions of Australians. Photo: Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS
More than one million households and businesses have swapped old copper for new fibre connections since NBN Co announced plans to ditch the...score:0.623, 2026-02-12 06:26:50
154. Energy seller: network costs key factor in power bills
2026-02-12 00:19:50
Origin Energy's lower earnings for the 2025/26 first half were to be expected for the company. Photo: Jono Searle/AAP PHOTOS
Australia's largest electricity and gas retail business is well aware that cost of living pressures are hurting its energy...score:0.614, 2026-02-12 03:25:10
155. Albanese pushes Israeli president on aid worker's death
2026-02-11 04:18:42
Israeli President Isaac Herzog has visited Government House in Canberra. Photo: Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS
Anthony Albanese has pressed Israeli President Isaac Herzog about the death of an Australian aid worker in Gaza during the head of state's visit to...score:0.618, 2026-02-11 07:40:23
156. Power giant beats estimates despite hit to bottom-line
2026-02-11 01:53:48
AGL shares have soared despite the energy giant posting a drop in first-half profits. Photo: Darren England/AAP PHOTOS
One of Australia's biggest energy generators has delivered a strong earnings result, despite taking a hit across several key...score:0.598, 2026-02-11 05:07:47
157. Superannuation tax changes one step closer to reality
2026-02-11 01:26:39
The super concessions bill will lift the tax rate on balances above $10 million to 40 per cent. Photo: James Ross/AAP PHOTOS
Labor's long-running bid to increase taxes on wealthy superannuation accounts has taken a major step forward, but the Greens...score:0.622, 2026-02-11 04:37:31
158. Pump it up: former PM calls for action on hydropower
2026-02-10 06:35:03
Malcolm Turnbull says hydroelectricity needs more support to help meet Australia's energy needs. Photo: Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS
Australia will fall short of its energy and environmental targets if it fails to support more hydroelectricity projects, a...score:0.619, 2026-02-10 09:52:33
159. Complacency risk as Australia's corruption rank slides
2026-02-10 06:00:05
Integrity groups are calling for the Albanese government to reform lobbying regulations. Photo: Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS
Australia has dipped in an international corruption ranking, but has largely bucked a global trend of nations hitting record...score:0.609, 2026-02-10 09:22:20
160. Review announced of tiny Treasury agency responsible for dealing with government debt
2026-02-10 05:15:34
A tiny Treasury agency responsible for managing the government's nearly $1 trillion debt will be reviewed, following a mass exodus of staff.
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161. Artificial announcers to be outed in radio rule refresh
2026-02-10 03:51:58
Australia's first artificial intelligence regulations for broadcast media have been outlined. Photo: Jason Edwards/AAP PHOTOS
Commercial radio stations will be forced to reveal when they are using computer-generated voices to host regular programs under...score:0.624, 2026-02-10 07:20:50
162. Heartfelt wish comes true: boy battling brain cancer meets his hero
2026-02-10 03:30:00
Ethan Simpson shows off part of his impressive Lego collection at his home and, inset, his meeting with Ryan "Brickman" McNaught, of Lego Masters fame. Main picture by Mark Jesser
When Lego enthusiast Ethan Simpson made a wish to meet TV's the Brickman,...score:0.606, 2026-02-10 06:50:25
163. 'By us, for us': plan to stamp out Indigenous violence
2026-02-10 00:41:18
More funding will allow outreach programs for men and boys to help change behaviour towards women. Photo: AAP: Keira Jenkins/AAP PHOTOS
A standalone plan to help end violence towards Indigenous women and children will bring about "real change", advocates...score:0.629, 2026-02-10 04:17:58
164. Toyota's game-changing EV plan exposed: New patents show Toyota is working on a revolutionary design that could change its future 2026 Tesla Model Y, Zeekr 7X and Geely EX5 rivals
2026-02-09 01:32:09
Toyota's game-changing EV plan exposed: New patents show Toyota is working on a revolutionary design that could change its future 2026 Tesla Model Y, Zeekr 7X and Geely EX5 rivals
The world’s biggest carmaker was slow to release its first electric car,...score:0.599, 2026-02-09 04:56:24
165. An award-winning Airbnb is on the market. But there's a catch
2026-02-08 22:14:31
From a possible city pizza shop to accommodation for a Victorian watering hole, there is no shortage in potential for the future of an award-winning Airbnb train carriage which is up for sale.
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166. Labor rejects proposed veto powers over $15m consultancy contracts
2026-02-08 19:07:23
The Albanese government has rejected a push to give politicians veto power over lucrative consultancy contracts, warning that a proposed oversight committee would create "legal risk" and breach international obligations.
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167. 'Real challenge': Goriss warns of WNBL player exodus
2026-02-07 22:00:00
Capitals coach Paul Goriss says the WNBL needs to consider how it can keep its marquee players. Photo: Richard Wainwright/AAP PHOTOS
The future of the WNBL is under threat unless the league addresses issues clouding its star players, UC Capitals coach...score:0.609, 2026-02-08 07:05:22
168. UK PM faces MP calls to dismiss adviser over Mandelson
2026-02-06 13:30:22
Prime Minister Keir Starmer says Peter Mandelson played down his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Photo: Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS
Pressure continues to mount on UK Prime Minster Keir Starmer to sack his most senior adviser amid the fallout from the Peter Mandelson...score:0.61, 2026-02-06 17:06:31
169. Reserve Bank boss calls on businesses to invest smarter
2026-02-06 01:32:50
RBA boss Michele Bullock has been asked about the government's role in driving up inflation. Photo: Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS
The Reserve Bank governor has called on businesses to help lift Australia's sluggish productivity growth as she tries to bring...score:0.625, 2026-02-06 04:59:10
170. Coalition council of elders mooted amid 11th-hour talks
2026-02-05 22:02:06
Sussan Ley expects a counter-offer from the National Party as the coalition negotiates its future. Photo: Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS
Former prime minister John Howard is being discussed in conservative circles as a potential mediator for the Liberal-National...score:0.616, 2026-02-06 01:26:14
171. Calls to end climate security secrecy as UK fesses up
2026-02-05 18:00:04
Crop failures, water insecurity and disease outbreaks are among the possible global climate risks. Photo: Nsw Drought Stock/AAP PHOTOS
A group of former national security leaders warn the Australian public is being left in the dark on potential...score:0.626, 2026-02-05 21:22:28
172. The NRL opts against controversial rule change
2026-02-04 00:14:59
The NRL has stepped back from introducing its controversial kick-off rule which divided the rugby league world.
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173. Butt it out: cigarettes dominate yearly litter count
2026-02-03 18:00:31
Cigarette butts have unseated soft plastics as the most prevalent item tossed on the ground. Photo: Bianca De Marchi/AAP PHOTOS
More cigarette butts ended up in Australian waterways, bushland, parks and streets than any other litter item in...score:0.634, 2026-02-03 21:20:03
174. Discount loans to drive down the price of electric cars
2026-02-03 02:25:36
Loans for some new electric vehicles will become cheaper through energy subsidies on car loans. Photo: Jono Searle/AAP PHOTOS
Motorists will be offered another incentive to choose electric over petrol through a $60 million program to cut the cost of car...score:0.634, 2026-02-03 05:38:19
175. Unions call for capital gains rethink as approvals fall
2026-02-03 01:50:19
Just over 195,000 new homes were approved in 2025, below what's required to meet national targets. Photo: Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS
The peak union body has urged the Albanese government to push ahead with tax reform to help get more young workers into...score:0.609, 2026-02-03 05:07:46
176. No coalition deal as Liberals push for rebels' benching
2026-02-03 00:54:31
The rift between the former coalition partners shows no signs of being mended. Photo: Sitthixay Ditthavong/AAP PHOTOS
The Liberals want to keep renegade Nationals senators benched for six months as part of a proposal to restore the estranged...score:0.626, 2026-02-03 04:06:59
177. Female head for corporate watchdog in milestone move
2026-02-03 00:14:02
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has appointed Sarah Court as chair of ASIC. Photo: Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS
The appointment of the first female head of Australia's corporate watchdog has been welcomed by the finance industry as a milestone for gender...score:0.63, 2026-02-03 03:36:48
178. Don't blame our spending for interest rates: treasurer
2026-02-02 23:32:39
Treasurer Jim Chalmers says other factors beyond government spending have led to increasing prices. Photo: Dominic Giannini/AAP PHOTOS
A rise in government spending shouldn't be blamed for higher mortgage payments, the treasurer says, as the Reserve Bank...score:0.631, 2026-02-03 03:06:34
179. UK MP Mandelson faces scrutiny over Epstein ties
2026-02-02 22:11:13
Peter Mandelson quit the Labour Party over the "understandable furore surrounding Jeffrey Epstein". Photo: AP PHOTO
Britain's former US ambassador, Peter Mandelson, allegedly received money from Jeffrey Epstein and leaked a confidential government...score:0.619, 2026-02-03 01:34:48
180. Australia's quantum leap: $20m boost for homegrown firm
2026-02-02 18:00:29
Quantum computers can be made in Australia, Diraq founder and chief executive Andrew Dzurak says. Photo: PR IMAGE PHOTO
Drug discoveries and engineering breakthroughs could be a step closer after an Australian start-up secured $20 million to support its...score:0.632, 2026-02-02 22:01:35
181. Rural cops turned blind eye to mate's covert sex videos
2026-02-02 08:42:43
A former regional NSW police officer could face charges over favours carried out for a mate. Photo: Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS
A former rural cop could face charges for giving a motelier advice about importing illegal gun parts, while he and another officer...score:0.621, 2026-02-02 11:55:33
182. Grace Tame abuser unlikely to face cybercrime trial
2026-02-02 02:12:34
Nicolaas Bester's poor health means he's unlikely to stand trial accused of harassing Grace Tame. Photo: Ben McKay/AAP PHOTOS
The notorious pedophile who abused former Australian of the Year Grace Tame when she was a student will likely be declared unfit...score:0.597, 2026-02-02 05:22:08
183. Fresh start? That back-to-school feeling is for adults, too
2026-02-01 18:30:00
The first week of February is also the first week of the school year.
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189. Rugged 4WD's Aussie-tuned special boost: 2026 Ineos Grenadier Black Edition unveiled in Australia as revamped rival to Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series and Land Rover Defender
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score:0.576, 2026-01-29 10:03:13
190. The empire strikes back at China! 2026 BMW iX3 electric SUV almost sold out as demand explodes for Xiaomi YU7, Volvo EX60 and Mercedes-Benz GLC EV rival, but a production increase will help shorten wait times
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score:0.587, 2026-01-29 06:30:43
193. Car brands to give us what we want! Fewer screens and more physical buttons in future cars from Volkswagen and Audi as push back against cars such as the 2026 Tesla Model 3, Zeekr 7X and Geely EX5
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score:0.604, 2026-01-28 04:43:12
194. Chinese brand XPeng has big Australian plans and this is how it would alter its Australia set-up to bring new models like the 2026 Kia EV9 and Hyundai Ioniq 9-rivalling G9 and Zeekr 009-rivalling X9 sooner as growing pains mount
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score:0.602, 2026-01-28 02:10:38
195. 'Drowning': Experts warn Home Affairs lacks resources for effective hate-listing regime
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score:0.607, 2026-01-27 21:36:50
196. ‘Blatant scaremongering’: Electric car maker Polestar slams industry lobby group’s stance on EVs and claims it won’t rejoin until it changes its tune on government emissions regulations and low-emission vehicles
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score:0.597, 2026-01-27 19:36:03
197. Wine bottles to join ACT's expanded 10c container refund scheme
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score:0.631, 2026-01-26 22:19:42
202. Real Tesla Cybercab spotted in the wild with tweaks as Tesla forges ahead with driverless taxi plans in 2026
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score:0.599, 2026-01-23 04:00:26
203. 'I'll take that': High-performance electric cars in Australia from Polestar on the wish list to go up against the 2026 Tesla Model 3 Performance, BYD Seal Performance, Porsche Taycan, Audi RS e-tron GT and Hyundai Ioniq 5 N
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score:0.591, 2026-01-23 01:28:46
206. Your next Toyota could be up to 30 per cent garbage: Why your 2026 Toyota RAV4, Camry or Corolla will be made of old cars
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score:0.563, 2026-01-21 08:58:40
209. How much senior bureaucrats are earning this financial year
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score:0.606, 2026-01-19 21:33:13
215. 'Not feasible': ACT pushes on with border move despite council opposition
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score:0.609, 2026-01-16 04:15:03
227. Digital access key to student participation as back to school costs add up
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score:0.621, 2026-01-10 21:49:26
243. Defence public servants lodge record number of psych claims
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score:0.623, 2025-12-28 21:39:30
248. 'Starts at the top': Pocock says 'toxic workplaces' a factor in surge in psych claims
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score:0.623, 2025-12-26 22:09:23
259. Why there is little information available about year 12 results in 2025
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score:0.612, 2025-12-17 04:00:09
281. ANU future on standby: university will prepare for all outcomes of regulator's review
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score:0.606, 2025-12-09 21:51:42
282. Two-month manhunt for wanted fugitive ended in fatal crash
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score:0.612, 2025-12-09 21:51:40
303. Department of Agriculture under fire in Senate estimates for travel expense documentation
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score:0.609, 2025-12-02 21:44:08
316. Defence Minister Richard Marles announces sweeping overhaul of his department
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score:0.611, 2025-12-01 06:26:43
318. Conservatives win back Libs positions as power couple emerges
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score:0.614, 2025-11-29 08:38:53
332. Volvo drops safety tech it said could reduce serious crashes by up to 20 per cent
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score:0.583, 2025-11-24 03:44:25
337. The ACT and Queensland's economies are beating the rest of the nation
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score:0.608, 2025-11-21 03:46:04
340. Global firms EY and JLL to move into new City Hill office development
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score:0.617, 2025-11-20 05:47:56
341. First residents expected to move into new Geocon development within weeks
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score:0.598, 2025-11-19 06:53:49
364. Meta to face millions of dollars in higher taxes if it refuses to pay for news in Australia
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score:0.614, 2025-11-13 04:20:22
365. 'Reliant on persuasion': ANU denies ignoring regulator's 'strong' request
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score:0.623, 2025-11-13 03:59:48
371. Triple the interest expenses, $4 million in admin fees, and a 23 per cent fee hike
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score:0.602, 2025-11-12 03:49:28
377. Community housing joins development fast-track under Greens' changes
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score:0.619, 2025-11-09 21:47:45
380. The unwritten contract Radford College just tore up with its parents
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score:0.61, 2025-11-07 21:46:08
389. Work starts on biggest changes to ACT sewerage charges in 20 years
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score:0.611, 2025-11-06 06:00:50
390. Tea, biscuits and life-saving moments: Driver Reviver program marks milestone
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score:0.609, 2025-11-05 23:14:36
394. Australian emissions loophole sees BYD import excess stock to get credits – report
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score:0.615, 2025-11-05 04:52:40
400. Do you have big ideas for Acton? Now is your chance to share them
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score:0.618, 2025-11-04 04:19:28
401. Toyota targeting 40-year lifespan for its solid-state batteries
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score:0.623, 2025-11-04 00:13:22