COP30 Fossil Fuel Debate: Australia's Critical Role
As COP30 climate summit approaches, Australia faces pressure to lead fossil fuel phase-out. Will global talks deliver binding commitments? Analysis inside.
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Woodside, Timor-Leste sign Sunrise gas deal
Woodside Energy and Timor-Leste sign a cooperation agreement, pushing the multi-billion dollar Greater Sunrise gas fields closer to a 2032 development. Read the latest.
Newcastle students protest climate inaction during HSC
Newcastle students walk out of school to demand climate action from government. 17-year-old organizer explains why fossil fuel approvals threaten their future.
Australia's defence debate misses real threat: supply chains
Expert analysis reveals Australia's defence vulnerability lies not in invasion but supply chain disruption. Learn why fuel security and national resilience matter more than traditional defence spending.
Palm Island gets $30M cyclone shelter after 30-year wait
After three decades of advocacy, Palm Island Aboriginal Shire Council secures $30 million for a long-awaited cyclone shelter, providing safety for 4,000 residents during extreme weather events.
Students plan climate walkout over fossil fuels
Hunter students are walking out of school to protest new coal and gas projects. They demand climate action from a government they accuse of greenwashing.
$15.4B South Road Upgrade and Parklands Plan
Federal government pledges $15.4 billion for South Road upgrades and new Adelaide parklands. Historic investment to transform transport and green spaces.
Hunter's high-speed rail boost: jobs and housing growth
Federal government advances high-speed rail connecting Newcastle to Sydney, promising 90,000 jobs and 40,000 new homes. Transformative infrastructure project set to reshape regional economies.
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.
Free WA Day Bucket Hat with Newspaper Coupon
West Australians can score a free limited edition Hancock Iron Ore WA Day bucket hat with The West Australian newspaper coupon. Redeem at AMPOL stations and wear with pride at the Burswood Park festival.
Big Four Banks Profiting from Fossil Fuels
Australia's Big Four banks face scrutiny as report reveals $7.5 billion fossil fuel profits. Climate activists demand immediate action on climate commitments.
Climate Inaction Threatens Australian Security
Former defence chief Chris Barrie warns Australia's fossil fuel approvals undermine regional stability, creating unprecedented climate migration and security threats.
Wollongong CBD tower gains 6 storeys in new plan
Developer Blaq Projects seeks to add six storeys to its Kenny Street complex, delivering 41 affordable homes and 33 extra hotel rooms to Wollongong's CBD under new state policies.
Planning Delays Frustrate Australian Business Leaders
Exclusive roundtable reveals mounting frustration among business leaders and local government over bureaucratic red tape stalling vital projects across Australia.
Perth's $1B+ Riverside Revamp Axed Over Budget
WA Premier Roger Cook's ambitious plan to transform Perth's riverside precinct has been officially scrapped after costs ballooned beyond $1 billion, dealing a major blow to the city's urban renewal hopes.
ACT may adjust property tax to help housing projects
Chief Minister Andrew Barr signals willingness to adjust Lease Variation Charges to make housing projects financially viable amid Canberra's affordability crisis.
Belconnen Transit Hub Transformation with New Homes
A landmark redevelopment is planned for Canberra's Belconnen transit hub, featuring residential apartments, commercial spaces, and significant public transport upgrades that will reshape the northern suburb.
Kiama Depot Site to Become 450 New Homes
Kiama's former council depot is poised for a dramatic makeover with plans for 450 new homes, promising to address the housing crisis while revitalising prime coastal land.
WA Labor's risky pet projects waste taxpayer millions
The WA Labor government faces fierce criticism for pouring millions into questionable local projects while treating taxpayers with contempt. Are your rates being wasted on political vanity?
Police Dog Duke tracks down alleged car thief in Cairns
A Queensland police dog named Duke has tracked down an alleged car thief following a series of fuel and liquor thefts across Cairns suburbs in a dramatic overnight operation.
Austal rescues troubled $2B Army vessel project
Western Australian shipbuilder Austal takes control of design work for the Australian Army's troubled Landing Craft project, aiming to get the critical $2 billion defence program back on track after significant delays and budget concerns.
Ertech's Record Year & Defence Contract Ambitions
Perth-based civil contractor Ertech celebrates unprecedented growth with $450 million in new projects while positioning for crucial defence infrastructure work across Australia.
Canberra Light Rail Costs Taxpayers Millions Over Budget
New analysis reveals Canberra's light rail network is costing taxpayers significantly more than projected, with Stage 2A facing major budget blowouts and operational challenges.
Newcastle's future threatened by road funding cuts
Newcastle business leaders warn that federal funding cuts to critical road infrastructure could stall the city's growth and development, putting key projects at risk.
$28m Huntlee motel and tavern expansion proposed
A major $28 million development proposal for Huntlee could bring a 60-room motel, family-friendly tavern, and bottle shop to the growing Lower Hunter community, creating jobs and boosting tourism.
Geelong's $26.5M Tennis Centre Masterplan Begins Construction
Geelong is set to become Victoria's premier tennis destination as construction begins on the $26.5 million Regional Tennis Centre masterplan, featuring 22 new courts and world-class facilities.
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