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Defence public servants lodge record psych claims

Civilian staff at the Department of Defence have lodged a record number of workers' compensation claims, with over half linked to psychological stress. Read the full analysis of the APS mental health crisis.

WA Labor's Budget List Sparks Hypocrisy Claims

Jessica Page accuses Rita Saffioti of hypocrisy over a pre-Christmas budget wishlist. The Opposition slams the government's spending priorities ahead of the 2025 state election.

Viridis jumps 39% on Brazil rare earths approval

Viridis Mining and Minerals shares surged 39% after securing a crucial environmental licence for its Colossus rare earths project in Brazil, a major de-risking milestone. Discover the project's strategic advantages and global implications.

US Sacks Climate Scientists, Dismantles Research Institutes

The Trump administration is firing over 1,100 scientists and dismantling a premier climate research institute, removing references to human-caused climate change from official websites. This analysis explores the political motives behind the attack on sci

Norfolk Metals' Chile copper project advances

Norfolk Metals is progressing environmental permitting for its Carmen copper project in Chile, paving the way for a major 2026 drilling campaign. Key studies and infrastructure are nearing completion.

Govt targets $7.9bn workers' comp cost surge

The Albanese government is investigating a surge in psychological injury claims among public servants, driving a workers' compensation bill to $7.9bn this year. Read the full analysis.

Peabody resists further mining cuts near Woronora Dam

Peabody claims it cannot reduce its Helensburgh mine plans further without making the project uneconomic, despite warnings of 'serious and irreversible' damage to Sydney's drinking water catchment. Read the full standoff.

ASX Runners: Phoslock Soars, Gold Deals Heat Up

Phoslock Environmental rockets 467% on China revival. Black Horse IPO shines, DGR & African Gold surge on major deals. We analyse the week's top ASX movers amid a mixed market.

Environmental Law Reform Passes Parliament

After years of delays, Australia's environmental laws have been reformed through a Labor-Greens compromise deal. Will these changes actually protect nature?

Labor fast-tracks farm clearing crackdown

Federal government accelerates controversial land clearing regulations amid concerns farmers would clear vegetation before new laws take effect. No transition period provided.

Liberals Miss Cue on Environmental Law Reforms

The Albanese government's environmental law reforms face criticism as Liberals appear unprepared. Analysis reveals political missteps and industry concerns about the proposed changes.

PM's Environment Deal with Greens Sparks Political Clash

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese secures environmental reforms through Greens partnership while Opposition Leader Sussan Ley claims her text message was ignored. Get the full story on Australia's new EPBC changes.

COP funds could save CSIRO from scientist exodus

The cancelled Adelaide COP31 conference could redirect $2 billion to CSIRO, addressing feral animal crises and scientific brain drain. Read how this impacts Australia's environmental future.

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