Sydney buses incentivised to cut thousands of services

Bus operators across NSW have a financial incentive to cancel services rather than allow them to run late, the new transport minister says.

Hopes for conservatives voting 'yes' to voice bolstered

Campaigners for a constitutionally-enshrined Indigenous voice hope the defection of a senior Liberal conservative will help get others over the line.

Research gaps in Australian sex trafficking prevalence

Anti-slavery advocates warn more research and education is needed to prevent sex trafficking and protect vulnerable people at risk of exploitation.

Liberal leaders maintain voice stance after MP resigns

Deputy Liberal Leader Sussan Ley has defended the decision to bind frontbenchers in opposition to the voice despite Julian Leeser quitting the shadow...

Australia 'not immune' from global economic malaise

Despite a downbeat economic forecast, Australia should weather the worst of a weak international outlook due to low unemployment and high commodity pr...

Lib leaders maintain voice stance after MP resignation

Deputy Liberal Leader Sussan Ley has defended the decision to bind frontbenchers in opposition to the voice despite Julian Leeser quitting shadow cabi...

Former Liberal minister hits out at Dutton voice claims

Ken Wyatt, who resigned from the Liberals due to the party's voice stance, says the body would not be elitist.

NSW Labor urges seat recount after 50-vote final margin

The tightest individual contest in the NSW election could head for a recount after the Labor candidate fell 50 votes short of her Liberal opponent.

Businesses report price pressure relief in March

Business conditions remain in good shape and prices are coming off recent highs, suggesting the pace of rising inflation is losing steam.

Aussie schools among the worst for discipline: OECD

Disengagement amongst Australian school students is increasing and a high number of teachers continue to leave the profession, an OECD education repor...

Low-income tax offset to wind down as planned

The treasurer has defended the government's decision to push ahead with the phase-out of the tax offset for low- and middle-income earners.

Energy bill relief 'centrepiece' despite budget trims

The Albanese government's second budget will attempt to strike a balance between cost-of-living relief and taming inflation amid a grim global outlook...

Treasurers flies out for Washington for key talks

Jim Chalmers will head to the US for a three-day trip where he'll hold talks with other world finance ministers.

Renewable projects promise 'cheaper, cleaner' energy

An investment boost in Australia's renewable energy sector has resulted from the federal government's net-zero plan, but rising power prices still loo...

'Challenges' for NSW grid as Hunter coal station closes

Future energy supply challenges could be on the horizon for NSW as one of the state's major coal-fired electricity producers prepares to wind down ope...

Promise of 'cheaper, cleaner' energy from new projects

Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek says the government's net-zero emissions plan has led to a boost in investment in Australia's renewable energy se...

Minister condemns escalating Middle East violence

Penny Wong has called for a halt to escalating violence in the Middle East following several terror attacks and rocket strikes.

AUKUS to be strong regardless of US election result: PM

Anthony Albanese says AUKUS will be a strong alliance even if Donald Trump returns to the US presidency.

Albanese optimistic on voice despite Liberal 'no' push

Anthony Albanese is confident the Indigenous voice will pass the referendum despite the opposition's decision to support the 'no' vote.

Disability advocates condemn 'nasty, vile' Hanson video

Advocates from the disabled community say a One Nation video is "insensitive cruelty" and have called for an apology from leader Pauline Hanson.