Retailer banks on outdoor living to lure people inside Harvey Norman is redoing its Australian store locations and has a big outdoor goods promotion planned after suffering a significant drop in shoppers. AAP · Aug 28
'Must remain open': Labor hails $2.5bn smelter bailout Australia's largest aluminium smelter has been thrown a multibillion-dollar lifeline, saving thousands of jobs in a move hailed as a win for the working class. AAP · Aug 12
Smelter's future secured but cost to taxpayers unclear Australia's largest aluminium smelter has been handed a government lifeline to ensure it keeps running beyond 2028 amid spiralling energy costs. AAP · Dec 12, 2025
'Protestival' set to sail despite big police presence Thousands are expected to gather to blockade Australia's largest coal port as a local council backs the protest message as consistent with its own views. AAP · Nov 28, 2025
'We need energy': leader touts gas to save smelter jobs The fate of 1000 workers hangs in the balance as leaders debate the best way to save Australia's biggest aluminium smelter from closure. AAP · Oct 28, 2025
Largest smelter could close in 'national interest' blow Rising energy costs could force Australia's largest aluminium smelter to shut, but leaders have promised to do everything possible to keep it going. AAP · Oct 27, 2025
'Enough': push to drop charges against 129 protesters Police are reviewing charges against scores of climate protesters who took part in a blockade of the world's largest coal port after allies were acquitted. AAP · Oct 22, 2025
Why coach Adam O'Brien told Knights he was done Adam O'Brien has admitted speculation over his future was becoming a distraction at Newcastle, before approaching the board to finish up as NRL coach. AAP · Aug 28, 2025
O'Brien hits out at booing Knights fans before comeback Newcastle have come back to beat Manly 26-22 after fans vented their frustration at the Knights following another scoreless half at McDonald Jones Stadium. AAP · Jun 5, 2025
Nuclear power could take the shine off Aussie aluminium Three out of Australia's four aluminium smelters could risk closure if Australia adopts nuclear power, reducing energy supplied to industry. AAP · Apr 22, 2025
Tszyu ready for torrid Spencer showdown as barbs fly Tim Tszyu is full of respect for power-punching American Joey Spencer as he bids to restore his international reputation with a first win since 2023. AAP · Apr 4, 2025
Souths set to face scrutiny over pre-season game delay Manly have defeated South Sydney in a high-scoring NRL pre-season match, with questions emerging about why the start of the game was delayed for 100 minutes. AAP · Feb 15, 2025
Jets blow glut of chances in 2-2 ALM draw with Glory The Newcastle Jets have watched three shots bounce off the post during their 2-2 A-League Men draw with Perth Glory. AAP · Jan 25, 2025
Anti-coal protests 'playing into Dutton's hands' Protesters travelling to Canberra after blockading a key coal port have been warned they risk helping the coalition win office. AAP · Nov 25, 2024
AAP · Nov 22, 2024 Three charged after activists disrupt coal ships Protesters have been arrested and charged after allegedly paddling into ship lanes and disrupting coal vessels in the Port of Newcastle.
The Guardian - AU · Aug 13, 2022 Victoria to lift IVF counselling restrictions and loosen donor conception rules Reforms to the state’s assisted reproductive treatment laws are set to come into effect on Monday