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Government earmarks $3.4b for defence tech research

The federal government is putting aside $3.4 billion to accelerate research in areas such as hypersonics, quantum technologies and drones.

Emergency departments first for NSW nurse-patient ratio

NSW will become the third state to mandate a nurse-to-patient ratio in public hospitals, but the government warns the overhaul won't happen quickly.

Power company fined for failing to notify of outage

A Victorian electricity distributor has paid more than $40,000 in penalties for not giving four customers enough notice about a planned power interrup...

GP allowed to continue prescribing drugs despite ban

A GP temporarily banned from prescribing some medication by the medical board has been permitted to continue issuing drugs while the decision is revie...

Defence to expand northern footprint with $3.8b boost

The federal government will put $3.8 billion towards upgrades and refurbishments at defence force bases and barracks across northern Australia.

Boost for after-hours care as national cabinet meets

Health, housing and the transition to net-zero emissions are on the agenda as the prime minister hosts premiers and chief ministers at national cabine...

Princess Mary arrives Down Under after Pacific trip

After shining a light on the impacts of climate change in Fiji and Vanuatu, Crown Princess Mary of Denmark will visit Danish-led design projects in Sy...

Locals, politicians rally against outback silver mine

Hundreds have rallied against a proposed silver and lead mine in central west NSW, claiming community concerns have been brushed aside.

Australia Post CEO rails against stamp and mail rules

The Australia Post boss says laws governing the floundering service must change and is urging the government to put the national interest first.

Raiders' Tom Starling intimidation charge dropped

Canberra Raiders hooker Tom Starling has had a charge of intimidation dropped and his brother Josh has been spared a conviction over a wild brawl.

End of an era for coal-fired Liddell as grid goes green

After years of pressure from governments and investors about Liddell's future, decades of the power station's workers are gathering to farewell "the o...

Bleak picture of Australia's rental crisis laid bare

Australian leaders are under pressure to do something about the national rental crisis after two reports noted a widespread lack of affordability and...

Lehrmann to learn if cases against Ten, News can go on

Bruce Lehrmann will find out if lawsuits against multiple media companies can proceed over reports of Brittany Higgins' claim she was raped in parliam...

Dance is King as RUFUS DU SOL, Flume win at APRA awards

Flume and RUFUS DU SOL are among the winners at the 2023 APRA awards.

Electricity distributor pays $40k penalty after breach

A Victorian electricity distributor has paid more than $40,000 in penalties for not giving four customers enough notice about a planned power interrup...

Jail for doctor who raped patients during examinations

A doctor who raped and sexually assaulted six women during physical examinations at his practice and their home has been jailed for at least 11 years.

Fiducian Group (ASX: FID) reports elevated net inflows for quarter e...

Highlights,ASX-listed Fiducian Group, listed under ticker FID, is a financial services organisation offering financial planning, funds management and...

Unions, business on board with Labor migration overhaul

The government's plan to rebuild Australia's migration system has been labelled critical to ensuring the country remains competitive globally.

Crown cops $30m fine for 'serious' bank cheque breaches

Gambling regulators have again fined Crown after its Melbourne casino accepted uncleared bank cheques made out in gamblers' names instead of the compa...

Byron Airbnbs 'should only operate for 60 days a year'

A commission has recommended heavily reducing how often homes can be let on Airbnb in one of NSW's most popular tourist destinations, as homelessness...