$800 rip-off: Households slugged by ‘smart meters’
Smart meters being rapidly rolled out in the push to slash carbon emissions could be “enabling a rip-off”. See what this means for you.
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Croc spotted a long way from ‘home’
Queenslanders have filmed a crocodile well over 100km south of traditional croc country.
Hot and sunny for Aussie Day weekend: BoM
Despite a scorcher for Melbourne on Monday, most capital cities will be spared from major heatwaves across the country on the Australia Day long weekend.
Why Twiggy still invests in Australia’s hard yakka
There is a growing pride in Australia’s ability to do anything it turns its mind to, and rightly so, writes Andrew ‘Twiggy’ Forrest.
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Major warning for Aussie beachgoers
One of Australia’s most venomous creatures has arrived early this year, with authorities warning beachgoers to be alert.
Iconic beach unrecognisable after storm
Sydney has been hammered by days of grim weather, with one of the most iconic beaches in the world unrecognisable.
Church smashed by tree in strong winds
Wild winds have caused havoc in Sydney, with a church smashed, cars trapped and rail services disrupted during an afternoon of wild weather that could worsen over the weekend.
What wild storms say about possible La Niña
Deadly storms that lashed parts of Australia this week could be just a taste of what is to come this summer, according to the latest predictions.
Update after gross find shut nine beaches
After beachgoers ignored warnings of ‘polluted water’, council workers have cleaned up and reopened most affected beaches in northern Sydney.
Nine Sydney beaches shut after gross find
The beaches will be closed “until further notice” as the EPA works to identify the cause of bizarre debris that has washed ashore.
Budget retailer to make huge change
Bargain Chinese retailer Temu is working with the Australian consumer watchdog to make changes to its product lines.
Aussies warned to avoid iconic beaches
Warnings have been issued for more than 50 popular beaches across one state as ongoing rainfall and thunderstorms cause harmful bacteria levels to spike.
‘Gone’: Aussie actor’s home obliterated
The actor who has appeared in Hollywood blockbusters said his heart is “completely broken” after finding his LA home in ruins.
Iconic cars in legal crosshairs
Iconic cars of yesteryear and some of the most common work cars on Australian roads today are the target of a new lawsuit, levelled against Holden owner General Motors.
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