Aussie ute drivers could save money and cut emissions

A new report into Australians' love for utes has found drivers could save $42 million on fuel in a year by choosing the most efficient vehicles.

Clock ticking on use of TikTok on government devices

A potential ban of social media app TikTok on government-issued devices has been supported by the federal opposition and a leading cyber security expe...

Crackdown on 'dark' internet design on the cards

Sneaky web design tricks used by online providers to make it hard to cancel a subscription could be targeted to prevent a "race to the bottom in dodgi...

Jury persevering a week after Hayne trial's end

The jury in Jarryd Hayne's trial received its last evidence over a week ago, but has been told to persevere by a judge after no unanimous verdict.

'Nature prescriptions' improve patient health: study

Researchers are pushing for "nature prescription" programs to encourage people to spend time outdoors to improve their blood pressure and mental healt...

Teen charged with manslaughter over road death

A 16-year-old boy is accused of playing a fatal role in the death of a man who was struck by a car after allegedly being chased onto a north Queenslan...

Bowen launches next phase of community battery funding

Expressions of interest have opened for $120 million in funding to build community batteries to ease pressure on bills and the electricity grid.

Australia helps in seizure of 98 tonnes of cocaine

Australia has taken part in an international mission to crack down on criminals working in the port supply chain, seizing 98 tonnes of cocaine.

International flavour at Sydney's Royal Easter Show

Australia's biggest agricultural festival, the Royal Easter, boasts a large number of international judges and record numbers of cattle.

Door slams on home owners accessing Porter Davis talks

Porter Davis customers trying to join a webinar about what comes next for them were met with a notice saying the meeting was full.

Study looks for toxic chemicals in food packaging

Scientists believe they'll find a family of toxic, so-called "forever chemicals" in next-generation food packaging used in Australia.

Youth gangs banned from Sydney Royal Easter Show

Police are cracking down on "post code gangs" at Sydney's Royal Easter Show, banning more than 30 youths attending the family event after a teen was s...

Mortgage holder confidence cools ahead of RBA decision

Confidence among those paying off a home loan has taken another hit in the lead-up to another cash rate call that could add more to their monthly repa...

Backing grows for TikTok ban on government devices

A potential ban of social media app TikTok on government-issued devices has been supported by the federal opposition and a leading cyber security expe...

AUKUS must seek more collaboration to avoid 'cosy' tag

Australia, the UK and the US must bring more countries into the AUKUS fold to counter authoritarian powers' technological edge, a former UK intelligen...

Trailblazing women on screen at Goddess exhibition

Mae West's platform heels and Madonna's Material Girl on vinyl are part of a world premiere exhibition looking at women in film.

Australia, China officials meet over trade sanctions

A round of trade talks is being held between Australian and Chinese officials as Canberra works to ease diplomatic tensions with Beijing.

Public servants' wages boosted under policy change

An updated wages policy for Victoria's public sector workers will see annual wage increases bumped up to 3 per cent, the government has announced.

Record heroin shipment seized in Queensland drug sting

Authorities have seized Queensland's largest heroin shipment as part of an operation targeting an international drug smuggling operation.

Liberal MP calls for free vote on Indigenous voice

Ahead of a key party room meeting about the Indigenous voice, Peter Dutton faces pressure to allow MPs a free vote on supporting the proposal.