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Australia has achieved its first free trade agreement with a Middle Eastern nation.
AUKUS expansion coming
Australia's $300-billion-plus AUKUS pact is inviting new allies - and fresh doubts - into the fold.
Sydney faces train actions
Sydney's train system teeters on chaos, as unions and government clash over fares and pay.
Scheme aimed at sea wages
The Albanese government says it is standing up for seafarers with a $2.7 million pilot program to tackle wage theft.
Manslaughter laws for last state
Tasmania has joined the rest of Australia in passing industrial manslaughter laws.
Bones drive better concrete
Inspired by human bones, Princeton engineers have toughened concrete to resist catastrophic failure.
Asbestos effect quantified
New stats show the increased risk of cancer for people living in a 'Mr Fluffy' home.
Infrastructure heads appointed
The Australian government has announced the appointment of three commissioners to lead Infrastructure Australia for the next five years.
Melbourne set for airport expansion
Melbourne Airport is set to undergo a significant transformation following the Australian Government’s approval of a third runway.
German links enhanced
Australia and Germany have agreed to expand their collaboration on energy and climate initiatives through a joint $660 million investment in green hydrogen.
ACT signs green deal
ACT has secured a new federal agreement to accelerate its renewable energy transformation.
Big plan for battery builds
The Australian Government has launched public consultations on its $523 million Battery Breakthrough Initiative.
Beetaloo facing water review
An independent review will decide if federal intervention halts Beetaloo Basin fracking projects.
Gas influence revealed
The Australian Government appears to have been influenced by gas producers to prioritise their profits and foreign customers over reducing domestic energy prices.
PM slammed at mining night
Anthony Albanese received a cold welcome at the annual parliamentary dinner for the mining industry.
New site for missile builds
Australia is buying new missiles to boost its long-range strike capability.