Record renewables share in grid as power demand climbs
Emissions fell to record lows in the three months to December as renewables notched a record share and coal's contribution dipped below half for the first time.
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Moscow might keep Australian war prisoner Oscar Jenkins for a future high-profile swap with Russians held in jail in the West, an expert says.
Police have the owner of a caravan packed with explosives for a potential anti-Semitic attack in custody amid a major counter-terrorism investigation.
As part of its fleet renewal program, Qantas is renewing the look of staff with a major uniform redesign, but not until 2027.
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‘Year of the unit’: cost squeeze drives homebuyer shift
Rising unaffordability and changing lifestyles are driving an unusual turnaround in real estate dynamics as unit prices grow faster than houses in some areas.
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Murder accused ‘did not know’ child faced likely death
A father and a church leader who killed an eight-year-old girl after withholding medical care have been found guilty of manslaughter but acquitted of murder.
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Energy giant fined $1.6m for DV breaches
One of the Australia's largest energy retailers has apologised after racking up $1.6 million in fines for their treatment of family violence-affected customers.
The nation's new chief scientist is on a collision course with a possible coalition government over its contentious pre-election pledge for nuclear energy.
A main building, cabins and farmhouses in a national park have been destroyed as the threat of a massive bushfire eases.
Increases in Australia's road toll over the past four years have been at a level not recorded since 1966, before the introduction of seatbelts.
New research indicates 17 per cent of drivers involved in road crashes have drugs or alcohol in their system.
Vanessa Brettell and Hannah Costello have been both named Australian Local Hero for their social enterprise cafes helping migrant women gain jobs.
More than 450 people have been recognised for their achievements in the 2025 Australia Day Honours List.
Australia Day celebration and protests are set to kick off early as police say they are prepared for major crowds amid a heatwave alert for much of the nation.
AFL legend Neale Daniher has been awarded the 2025 Australian of the Year for his tireless advocacy for a cure for motor neurone disease.
There are mixed emotions surrounding January 26, with many Australians planning to celebrate as others prepare to shun the national holiday.
Former Australian of the Year Grace Tame has stolen the limelight – again – with a provocative act at an awards event with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.
A think tank that wants laws to protect peaceful protest has called out the contrast in the treatment of environmental protesters and political lobbyists.
Australians must be prepared to listen to each other if they want to have a serious conversation about the country's national day, Indigenous leaders say.
