News

Two workers missing after Queensland mine collapse
February 15, 2023 03:58 PM AEDT| By AAPNEWSTwo workers are missing after a collapse at an underground zinc mine in northern Queensland where emergency services are leading search and rescue efforts.

Australian share market suffers biggest hit in 6 weeks
February 15, 2023 03:55 PM AEDT| By AAPNEWSThe ASX has fallen 1.1 per cent, its biggest drop in six weeks, after higher-than-expected US inflation figures.

Albanese calls out Greens 'fantasy' housing idea
February 15, 2023 03:33 PM AEDT| By AAPNEWSA multi-billion dollar plan for social and affordable housing could be derailed if the federal government is unwilling to work with the Greens on changes.

Business conditions eased in January, survey indicates
February 15, 2023 03:31 PM AEDT| By AAPNEWSThe average value of invoices between businesses in January fell to its lowest level since 2015, while trade payment defaults have been trending upward.

Charlie Teo 'slapped' patient across face after surgery
February 15, 2023 03:31 PM AEDT| By AAPNEWSStar neurosurgeon Charlie Teo slapped an unconscious patient across the face in an attempt to rouse her following brain surgery, a medical inquiry has heard.

Defence to tighten policy after China pilot poach plot
February 15, 2023 03:06 PM AEDT| By AAPNEWSFormer defence force personnel will be left in no doubt of their secrecy obligations after China reportedly tried to poach Western pilots to train its military.

Two-metre diamond python slithers into Sydney home
February 15, 2023 02:59 PM AEDT| By AAPNEWSFirefighters have removed a two-metre long python from a home in Sydney's south after residents spotted the wriggling reptile on their balcony.

Privacy review demands stronger data protection action
February 15, 2023 02:57 PM AEDT| By AAPNEWSA review of the Privacy Act has found Australia's laws are lagging compared to international standards and need a shake up to keep personal data safe.

Air force chief confident spy balloon could be detected
February 15, 2023 02:57 PM AEDT| By AAPNEWSAir Marshal Robert Chipman says Australia is capable of detecting and tracking high-altitude surveillance craft after concerns about spy balloons over the US.

Four Cyclone Gabrielle deaths confirmed in New Zealand
February 15, 2023 02:49 PM AEDT| By AAPNEWSAt least four people has been killed in New Zealand due to Cyclone Gabrielle, with police holding grave fears for several more.

Head coach to expand case against Sydney Flames
February 15, 2023 02:47 PM AEDT| By AAPNEWSHead coach Shane Heal has indicated he will bring further legal claims against the Sydney Flames as he fights his suspension over bullying complaints.

Empire Resources (ASX:ERL) restarts RC drilling at Yuinmery Cu-Au project
February 15, 2023 02:33 PM AEDT| By ManishaHighlights,Empire Resources has announced the recommencement of reverse circulation (RC) drilling at its Yuinmery project.,The company has completed a 924m drill program to test highly prospective copper-gold targets at the project site.,ERL had disc...

Affordable housing plan bound for battle in Senate
February 15, 2023 02:30 PM AEDT| By AAPNEWSA multi-billion dollar plan for social and affordable housing could be derailed if the federal government is unwilling to work with the Greens on changes.

Strong bank profits a 'positive', says RBA boss
February 15, 2023 02:25 PM AEDT| By AAPNEWSThe Reserve Bank governor has defended robust profits made by banks and says higher rates will eventually start eroding their earnings.

'No one is perfect': MP sorry for explicit photos
February 15, 2023 02:22 PM AEDT| By AAPNEWSA female Liberal MP who had intimate modelling photos of her leaked by a male opponent insists the pair are now "great mates".

Mortgage holder rates pain 'disturbs' Reserve Bank boss
February 15, 2023 02:13 PM AEDT| By AAPNEWSThe Reserve Bank governor has acknowledged the pain felt by mortgage holders but says getting on top of inflation will prevent more rate rises and job losses.

Alleged WA bikie killer faces trial over shooting
February 15, 2023 02:12 PM AEDT| By AAPNEWSThe man accused of ordering the assassination of Rebels bikie Nick Martin at Perth Motorplex has pleaded not guilty to his murder and several other charges.

NSW premier and treasurer at odds over 'black hole'
February 15, 2023 01:54 PM AEDT| By AAPNEWSPremier Dominic Perrottet insists the Warragamba Dam wall will be raised in the next four years, despite no funding being allocated in the NSW budget.

Sick of losing: NSW Labor unifies under Minns
February 15, 2023 01:50 PM AEDT| By AAPNEWSThe man who would be premier of NSW says his party colleague had been able to "get serious" after 12 long years in opposition made them "sick of losing".

Unions shape up for fight over paper mill job losses
February 15, 2023 01:44 PM AEDT| By AAPNEWSAustralian unions have leapt to the defence of workers facing the axe over the closure of Australia's last white paper manufacturing plant.

Advertise your brand on Kalkine Media