Bus operators targetted in nationwide operation
A nation-wide blitz on bus safety is underway in the wake of a spike in fatal bus crashes over the past five years.
National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) Chief
Read more26 February 2025
Petrol prices drop to a three-year low
Petrol prices across Australia have hit a three-year low, while Brisbane motorists had to tolerate the biggest gap between retail and wholesale prices in the
Read more26 February 2025
Energy rating scheme expanded to existing homes
An energy rating scheme for new houses in Australian is to be expanded to existing homes.
Federal Assistant Minister for Climate Change and Energy Josh Wilson said the
Read more26 February 2025
Queensland rebates’ power over inflation numbers fade
The tailing off of Queensland State Government electricity rebates lifted inflation in a key sector last month, according to Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS).
ABS
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Drier weather drops winter crops by 27 percent
Drier conditions has led to a more than 25 percent dip in Australia’s winter crop production figures.
The latest Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) data shows the
Read more26 February 2025
Eights things to know about the new German Chancellor
By Ed Turner
With the social democrat Olaf Scholz conceding defeat to the centre right in Germany’s election, the man most likely to be named the next chancellor will
Read more25 February 2025
New Alliance as consumers become energy producers
A new consumer group has been formed to support Australians in the transition to cleaner energy.
Formed by the Tech Council of Australia (TCA), the Consumer Energy Tech
Read more25 February 2025
Splendid record for Aussie jumping spider
Australia is renowned for having some of the world’s deadliest animals, but we also have some of the quickest.
Our Splendid peacock spiders, known for their vibrant
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Red tape review open to small business operators
The feedback lines are now open for Queensland small businesses to have their say on the government red tape inhibiting their progress.
State Small and Family Business
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Family consent for organ donation drops in 2024
The number of Australian organ donors increased last year as more than 1300 people received transplants, despite family consent dropping.
The latest Australian Donation
Read more25 February 2025