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Liberals Dump Net Zero Policy, Embrace Nuclear

The Liberal Party is set to scrap Australia's net-zero by 2050 target, extending coal power and lifting the nuclear ban. Internal divisions erupt as moderates warn of electoral consequences.

Trump mining nomination sparks safety concerns

Former President Donald Trump's planned nomination of a former mining executive to oversee mine safety has drawn fierce criticism from labour advocates and Appalachian communities.

Queensland creates public sex offender register

Queensland announces Australia's first publicly accessible sex offender register, with Daniel Morcombe's parents championing the reform and pushing for nationwide adoption to enhance child safety.

Brisbane students protest 'impossible' history exam

Year 12 students in Queensland are demanding a marking review after confronting what they describe as an unfairly difficult Ancient History exam that failed to reflect their curriculum studies.

Queensland schools taught wrong Caesar topic

A significant curriculum error has been uncovered in Queensland high schools, where students studied the wrong Roman leader for months due to a major administrative oversight.

Two dead in Cobar mine explosion tragedy

A devastating explosion at an underground zinc and copper mine in regional New South Wales has killed two workers, sparking urgent investigations into mine safety protocols.

Deadly Mine Explosion in Cobar Leaves One Dead

A catastrophic explosion at a gold mine near Cobar has left one worker dead and several critically injured, sparking emergency response and investigation into the tragic incident.

Major Queensland motorway closed after serious triple-vehicle crash

Emergency services rushed to the scene of a devastating three-vehicle collision on the Pacific Motorway between Beenleigh and Yatala, with multiple people trapped and serious injuries reported. The major route to the Gold Coast remains closed as investiga

Australia's Energy Crossroads: Albanese vs Canavan

As Australia navigates its energy future, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese champions renewable investment at ASEAN summit while Senator Matt Canavan defends coal's role, highlighting the nation's deepening political divide over power generation.

Queensland Premier David Crisafulli: One Year On

One year into his premiership, Queensland's David Crisafulli has defied expectations with a pragmatic approach that's winning over critics and reshaping state politics. Discover how this conservative leader is tackling housing, health and economic challen

No Major Banks Stop Funding New Fossil Fuels

New investigation exposes how not a single major global bank has committed to stop funding new oil, gas and coal projects, raising serious questions about the financial sector's climate commitments.

Queensland Indigenous Voice sparks Liberal walkout

Liberal Party members stage dramatic parliamentary walkout over Queensland's proposed Indigenous advisory body, creating political chaos and raising questions about the future of the landmark proposal.

Crocodile invades luxury Queensland resort pool

A terrifying discovery at an exclusive Port Douglas resort has prompted urgent new crocodile warnings for Queensland's tropical north, as a 2.5-metre reptile was found swimming in a luxury pool.

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