Coalition to scrap EV tax break affecting thousands
The Coalition plans to abolish the electric vehicle FBT exemption, potentially increasing transport costs for thousands of Canberra drivers who've embraced the popular subsidy.
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ACT speeding fines earn $23 million, young drivers targeted
ACT set to collect $23 million from speeding fines this year, with drivers aged 18-35 receiving half of all infringements. Police debunk speed camera buffer myths.
Climate Realists Wrong: Clean Energy Progress Revealed
New data shows significant climate progress despite pessimism. Australia leads in renewable adoption with solar and EVs transforming our energy future. Read the facts.
Coalition dumps net zero, pledges cheaper energy
The Liberal-National coalition abandons its 2050 net zero emissions target, prioritising household power bills. Labor attacks the move as a 'clown show' risking investment.
69 ACT schools close due to Kmart asbestos scare
More than 65 ACT public schools forced to close after new asbestos discovery in Kmart sand products. Education officials scramble to conduct safety inspections.
New Canberra Libs Deputy Shaped by Childhood Trauma
Canberra Liberals' new deputy leader Deborah Morris reveals how her childhood in violent Cape Town shaped her tough stance on crime and community values in ACT politics.
Liberals Shut Down Energy Policy Debate
Liberal MPs block debate on Australia's energy crisis as households face soaring power bills. Analysis reveals flaws in government's renewable transition plan.
ACT approves Kaleen Sports Club demolition for apartments
The ACT government has approved demolition of Kaleen Sports Club for 96 apartments, sacrificing community facilities. Residents question lack of consultation and club neglect.
Liberals nominate Jeremy Hanson as Assembly Speaker
Canberra Liberals nominate Jeremy Hanson as Legislative Assembly speaker following Mark Parton's leadership takeover. Vote scheduled for December 2.
QLD's $12k Renewable Energy Social Licence Toolkit
Queensland councils face $12,000 cost for social licence toolkit to navigate community renewable energy projects. Learn how this impacts Australia's green transition.
WA Opposition Leader Criticises Cook Government
Basil Zempilas analyses Roger Cook's leadership struggles, energy policy failures, and controversial decisions hurting West Australians. Read the full breakdown.
Kwinana Waste to Energy Plant Opens After 7 Years
Australia's first major waste-to-energy plant opens in Kwinana, set to burn 460,000 tonnes of waste yearly and power 50,000 homes. Discover the challenges behind this $750m project.
Sussan Ley shifts Coalition climate policy stance
Deputy Liberal leader Sussan Ley announces significant climate policy changes, setting up direct contest on energy with Labor government. Read the full analysis.
Liberals dump net zero in climate policy shift
Mark Riley analyses the Liberal Party's decision to abandon its net zero commitment under Sussan Ley, tracing two decades of climate policy inconsistency. Discover how this impacts Australian households and politics.
Lake Macquarie's $5M solar pool conversion begins
Lake Macquarie City Council begins $5 million conversion of Charlestown Swim Centre to 100% solar power, cutting 420 tonnes of CO2 annually. A test case for the region's green energy future.
Parton's mission to save ACT Liberals from civil war
New Canberra Liberals leader Mark Parton has three years to unite his fractured party or face electoral annihilation. Can he end the internal warfare and rebuild trust with voters?
Liberal Candidate Calls for End to Climate Wars
Canberra Liberals Senate candidate Nick Tyrrell pushes for balanced climate approach amid party divisions. Read about his vision for emissions reduction and energy affordability.
Beach Energy Chair Stokes Slams Safeguard Mechanism
Beach Energy chair Ryan Stokes urges the Federal Government to review the safeguard mechanism, calling it a de facto carbon tax that hikes costs for consumers and deters investment.
Alinta Proposes Giant Battery for WA Wind Farm Project
Alinta Energy plans a massive battery storage system alongside its Marri Wind Farm in Western Australia's southwest, boosting renewable energy capacity and grid stability for the region.
Nationals drop net zero: Economic risks for Australia
The National Party's reversal on net zero targets threatens investment, power prices and Australia's green export opportunities. Experts warn of economic damage.
Police raid uncovers Moncrieff cannabis cultivation operation
ACT Policing's targeted raid in Moncrieff reveals sophisticated indoor cannabis cultivation operation with hundreds of plants seized in ongoing crackdown on drug activity.
Bunnings Powers Up with Major Solar Switch
The iconic hardware giant is transforming its energy strategy with massive solar installations across stores nationwide, leading a retail revolution in renewable power.
Bunnings shifts to solar power in major business transformation
Australia's beloved hardware chain Bunnings is undergoing a massive business transformation, pivoting heavily toward solar energy solutions as households nationwide embrace renewable power.
ACT Public Servants Earn Highest Wages in Australia
Canberra's public servants are now the highest-paid in the nation, with new data showing ACT government wages surging past other states and territories. Discover what's driving this unprecedented salary growth.
Waste-to-Energy Plant Hit with Fresh Legal Claims
The troubled East Rockingham waste-to-energy facility faces fresh legal battles as receivers launch new claims against contractors, raising questions about Australia's renewable energy future.
ACT govt blocks appeals for new northside hospital
The ACT government is seeking to fast-track Canberra's new northside hospital by preventing third-party appeals against its construction, aiming to avoid delays and meet growing healthcare demands.
Why Your Power Bill Isn't Falling With Wholesale Prices
Australian households are getting squeezed as energy retailers pocket savings from falling wholesale electricity prices while consumer bills remain stubbornly high. Discover the real reasons behind this frustrating disconnect in our exclusive investigatio
Why Your Power Bill Isn't Dropping With Energy Prices
Discover why Australian households aren't seeing cheaper electricity bills despite falling wholesale energy costs. We break down the complex factors keeping your power prices high.
Canberra's Sewerage System Gets Green Makeover
The ACT government is revolutionising sewerage charges with a consumption-based model that could save efficient households hundreds annually while promoting sustainable water use across Canberra.
ACT's 30,000 home target at risk as construction lags
The ACT government's ambitious plan to deliver 30,000 new homes by 2030 is under serious threat, with new analysis revealing significant construction delays and infrastructure bottlenecks putting the crucial housing goal at risk.
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