The Illawarra-Shoalhaven region's 2025 progress, led by Port Kembla's major rezoning, unlocks thousands of jobs in clean energy and manufacturing. Industry leaders warn the region must act now or risk losing its strongest position in a generation.
A unique Perth industrial property, where liquid cocaine is legally made for surgery, has sold for a multi-million dollar sum. The pharmaceutical tenant remains. Read the exclusive details.
Exclusive: Defence officials secretly considered a European alternative to the highly-touted Henderson shipyard in WA, raising doubts about its future and the promised jobs boom. Read the full investigation.
Wandarra opens a $10 million advanced manufacturing facility in Townsville, creating 50 jobs and positioning the city as a leader in sustainable industry. Discover the future of green manufacturing.
Construction on the $600m Hunter-Central Coast Renewable Energy Zone begins early 2026, creating nearly 600 jobs and connecting 1.8GW of clean power. Read about the region's energy future.
Bob Katter hails the domestic gas reservation scheme for protecting North Queensland manufacturing jobs and slashing energy costs. Discover how this policy is fuelling local industry.
Construction on the $4 billion Hunter-Central Coast Renewable Energy Zone will begin early 2026, creating nearly 600 jobs and connecting 1.8GW of clean power. Read more about this major NSW project.
Australian shipbuilder Austal secures a massive $1.03 billion contract to build landing craft for the Army in Henderson, WA, boosting local manufacturing and jobs. Read the full story.
Anglicare Australia's 2025 Jobs Snapshot reveals a dire shortage of entry-level jobs, with 25 long-term unemployed for every vacancy. The report condemns a privatised system that profits from poverty.
WA Energy Minister Amber-Jade Sanderson heads to South Korea to drive investment in battery manufacturing, green steel and transmission infrastructure. Discover the opportunities for WA's renewable future.
Plans for twin 'Rock' service stations north of Newcastle gain momentum, set to create 100 jobs and revive a site with deep Australian road trip history. Construction approval expected soon.
A critical Santa shortage in Western Australia has agencies issuing an SOS for teachers and coaches. With under three weeks to go, find out how the festive season is at risk and who's stepping up.
A major dual-service centre is set to rise on the Pacific Highway near Tea Gardens, creating 100 jobs and reviving the iconic 'Rock' site destroyed by fire in 2018. Read about the community's excitement and the project's strategic importance for freight.
Townsville City Council is recruiting 30 new staff in a major 'back to basics' drive to improve core services like parks, roads, and waste. Mayor Troy Thompson leads the overhaul.
The Albanese government has rejected crucial recommendations from a damning report on political patronage, choosing a weak framework over legislation to curb 'jobs for mates' culture. Read why trust in politicians remains so low.
A new report reveals systemic 'jobs for mates' appointments in the Australian public service, sparking calls for urgent reform. Read the full investigation.
Australian caravan manufacturer Zone RV has collapsed into administration, resulting in 120 job losses. Administrators are now assessing the future of the business. Read the full story.
The Australian government's tepid response to a damning review into public sector appointments undermines public confidence. Read why stronger action is needed to restore integrity.
The Hunter region's energy future receives a massive $1 billion injection in 24 hours with a new AGL battery and a solar manufacturing plant, as talks continue to save the Tomago Aluminium smelter.
AI tools like Midjourney and Adobe Firefly are transforming digital design in Australia, offering scalability but raising concerns over jobs and creativity. Discover the full impact.
The ACT government's CBR2030 economic framework aims to expand hybrid work, citing major gains in inclusion and productivity. The plan targets 300,000 jobs by 2030.
The Albanese government has finally published the Briggs report into public board appointments, which criticises 'patronage and nepotism'. Discover the findings and the government's new framework.
Officials from Home Affairs, Infrastructure and the APS Commission front Senate estimates. Follow live updates as Minister Gallagher faces questions on the delayed jobs-for-mates review.
Activists in Newcastle launch a week of action, opposing the region's pivot from coal to a defence manufacturing hub, including a new $850m missile factory. Read the full story.
A $171 million solar module factory is set for Black Hill, creating over 100 jobs and boosting Australia's renewable manufacturing under the Solar Sunshot program.
Queensland luxury caravan manufacturer Zone RV enters voluntary administration, jeopardising customer deposits and 250 jobs weeks before Christmas. Full story on the industry crisis.
The Hunter region faces a critical jobs shortage despite low unemployment. Professor Phillip O'Neill reveals why generating 37,000 new positions is essential to avoid becoming another 'place left behind'.
Discover how suburban Perth secretly shaped Holden's iconic vehicles during WWII. Uncover WA's forgotten automotive manufacturing legacy that changed Australian car history.
Qantas CEO Vanessa Hudson announces the airline's largest-ever fleet renewal and pushes for a homegrown sustainable aviation fuel industry, promising 13,000+ jobs for Australia.
Qantas CEO Vanessa Hudson announces the largest fleet renewal in its history and a push for a homegrown sustainable aviation fuel industry, set to create over 13,000 jobs for Australia.