Environment Minister Murray Watt backed the Treasurer amid reports of tensions with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and suggestions Chalmers should be replaced, saying colleagues should work together.
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Public hearings have opened into integrity in major Victorian infrastructure projects, with evidence focusing on the union’s access to government and a 2022 stop-work.
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The man disappeared in the Broadwater while attempting to reach his sailboat in a small boat. A family member is helping police piece together what happened.
The S&P/ASX 200 finished up 0.1 per cent on Monday, with BHP and Rio Tinto among the miners recovering after last week’s sell-off tied to concerns about AI investment.
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The crash happened during firefighting operations in South Kalimantan, and prompted a search for a third crew member after the helicopter went down in a river.
Seven tries gave England their highest points total against Australia and a strong response to scrutiny of coach Steve Borthwick. The Wallabies’ two late tries could not close the gap.
Stuart Bonds, who leads One Nation’s NSW upper house ticket, told a Sydney rally Australians were being demographically replaced. Premier Chris Minns called the comments racist.
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Australia beat Samoa 44-12 in Sydney, with Reece Walsh scoring three tries as the Kangaroos booked a men’s Rugby League World Cup final against New Zealand in Brisbane.
The company says testing at its Jupiter rare earths project in Western Australia extracted up to 92 per cent gallium and 85 per cent scandium, with the potential to add value.
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Forrestania Resources has increased the British Hill gold resource in Western Australia by 35% to 286,000 ounces. The company has also secured a separate ore purchase deal.
The updated toll follows a crash south of Cairo, where a train travelling to Fayoum hit the rear of a stationary service bound for Aswan. More than 70 injured people were discharged after treatment.
The Jillaroos came from behind to win 30-14 in Sydney, with Abbi Church scoring four tries. They will face New Zealand in Brisbane as they seek a fourth consecutive title.
The Australian bank’s cash profit rose 31 per cent, with cost cuts helping lift its result. ANZ also faced higher provisions amid economic pressures and flat margins.
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The licence secures tenure over Beetaloo Energy’s Carpentaria gas discovery in the NT and supports its pilot project, with a full production licence still ahead.
Managing director Michael Shearer says excise rises and cost-of-living pressures are making drinkers more hesitant, with a carton regularly costing more than A$65.
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Selectors say Marnus Labuschagne will not be considered for the four-Test series, which starts in Perth on 9 December. George Bailey says a return to the side remains possible later.
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Stewart has shared an update on her recovery in Australia after a great white shark attack, following months of uncertainty and two failed skin grafts.
The former opposition leader and defence minister is joining the council after the Albanese government praised his record on national security and military readiness.
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A senior Reserve Bank official says productivity improvements from artificial intelligence are unlikely to make much difference to inflation, despite broader hopes for the technology.
The Air Quality Index exceeded 350 in several parts of India’s capital on Monday morning. Firecrackers added smoke and fine particles to pollution from local sources and seasonal crop burning.
The US president says a strong agreement on Iran’s nuclear programme and the Strait of Hormuz could avert renewed attacks, while keeping open the option of further strikes.
The corporate regulator has threatened the licences of advice firms using telemarketers to attract customers. A review found unqualified marketers influencing decisions about retirement savings.
Saudi Arabia says its air defences intercepted missiles launched by Yemen’s Houthis. The kingdom’s Energy Ministry says falling debris caused minor damage to an Aramco building in Riyadh.
Jensen Huang admitted to an affair with Alice Huang, a businesswoman US intelligence officials reportedly believe passed information to Beijing. Nvidia says its board has no reason to believe secrets were compromised.