Albanese's environmental laws face industry criticism
PM Albanese's EPBC reforms, backed by Greens, face industry fury over gas project delays and red tape. Will this deal hamper Australia's productivity?
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Element Zero opens green iron plant after Fortescue legal battle
Element Zero opens its Malaga green iron pilot plant, settles legal dispute with Fortescue, and claims its technology is superior. Read the latest on WA's green steel race.
Business investment boom signals economic recovery
Australian business investment surged 6.4% in September quarter, led by tech sector. Strong growth suggests RBA rate cuts unlikely as economy shows recovery signs. Read more.
Turnbull Condemns Coalition Energy Policy in Parliament
Former PM Malcolm Turnbull returns to Parliament, slamming the Coalition's 'ludicrous' energy debate while supporting Labor's Future Made in Australia bill. Read his sharp critique.
Altech's salt batteries clear final design hurdle
Altech Batteries has locked in the final design for its sodium-nickel-chloride battery systems, with first production slated for next year. Five sites in the Netherlands are ready for installation.
Smart Pool Tech Saves Money During Cost Crisis
Australian households with pools can save significantly using automated cleaning systems that reduce energy, chemical and maintenance costs during the cost-of-living crisis.
Redbank biomass plant heads to court
Verdant Earth Technologies takes legal action after NSW planning commission rejects proposal to convert Redbank power station to biomass energy. Court appeal underway.
Inflation Hits 4.2% After Energy Rebates End
Australia's inflation rate jumps to 4.2% as government energy bill relief expires, putting pressure on household budgets and the Reserve Bank.
88 Energy's Alaskan Oil Production Test Locked In for 2026
Perth-based 88 Energy confirms fully funded horizontal well and 90-day production test at Project Phoenix in Alaska's North Slope, targeting 2026 start. Discover the details.
Fortescue Drops Legal Case Over Ex-Employee's Green Firm
Fortescue Metals Group withdraws Federal Court lawsuit against former executive's green energy company. Discover the details behind this legal reversal.
ACT Private Sector Stagnates as Government Spending Dominates
New analysis reveals Canberra's economy is in a per capita recession with private sector growth of just 0.5% while government spending masks underlying weakness. Read the full breakdown.
Torrens Island Workers Secure Major Redundancy Victory
AGL workers at Torrens Island power station secure enhanced redundancy package after union negotiations. Landmark deal sets precedent for energy transition workers.
Woodside, Timor-Leste sign Sunrise gas deal
Woodside Energy and Timor-Leste sign a cooperation agreement, pushing the multi-billion dollar Greater Sunrise gas fields closer to a 2032 development. Read the latest.
TMK Energy edges closer to commercial gas flow in Mongolia
TMK Energy's Gurvantes XXXV coal seam gas project in Mongolia shows promising pressure decline and gas shows, moving toward commercial production. Read the latest developments.
20 Housing ACT jobs cut before Christmas
Twenty Housing ACT workers face unemployment just before Christmas as contracts end, despite Treasurer Chris Steel's assurance that Canberra's public service will continue growing.
BLUETTI Black Friday Sale Powers Summer Getaways
Get ready for summer adventures! BLUETTI's Black Friday sale offers deals on portable power stations for camping and road trips. Sale ends November 28.
Perth's 2025 Christmas Events Guide
Discover Perth's best Christmas events for 2025 including markets, outdoor movies, Santa photos and the Alinta Energy Christmas Pageant. Get into the festive spirit!
Snowy 2.0 too expensive for Tomago aluminium smelter
New analysis reveals Snowy 2.0's power costs would exceed 28c/kWh, making it unaffordable for Tomago smelter that needs rates below 7c/kWh to remain viable.
ACT youth detention staff underpaid 'systematically': union
ACT government staff at Bimberi Youth Justice Centre have accrued over 400 unpaid hours due to systemic underpayments, the CPSU reveals. Discover the full story.
Hunter clean energy project slammed for biodiversity loss
Key environment group slams Hunter Transmission Project route, warning of irreversible impacts on 66 threatened species. Read the full analysis of this critical NSW energy debate.
Chalmers: Coalition's Net Zero No Vote Economic Insanity
Treasurer Jim Chalmers warns Coalition's rejection of net zero threatens billions in Australian investments. Read why this stance risks economic prosperity.
WA Nationals Challenge State's Coal Shutdown Plan
WA Nationals leader Shane Love calls state government's 2030 coal-fired power station shutdown target unrealistic. Learn why he says it threatens energy security.
Black Smoke Billows from Geelong Refinery
Emergency crews respond to smoke incident at Viva Energy refinery in Corio. Authorities confirm no immediate threat to community as investigation continues.
Infini expands Canadian uranium drilling program
Infini Resources expands drilling at Portland Creek uranium project, hitting high-grade mineralisation across multiple targets. First assays expected before year-end amid growing nuclear demand.
Kalgoorlie Super Pit switches to 70% renewable energy
Northern Star invests in wind and solar for iconic Super Pit gold mine, cutting 5 million tonnes of emissions. Read about WA's green mining revolution.
ACT and Queensland Lead Australian Economic Growth
New ABS data reveals the Australian Capital Territory and Queensland are outpacing other states with 3.5% and 2.2% growth respectively. Discover what's driving this economic surge.
Woodside CEO supports EPBC reforms, east coast gas plan
Woodside Energy CEO Meg O'Neill endorses Federal environmental law reforms while advocating for east coast gas reservation policy. Read the latest energy sector developments.
UOW Science Space opens renewable energy exhibition
The University of Wollongong's Science Space has launched a new $2.5 million renewable energy exhibition featuring 29 interactive exhibits. Discover how this 'pipeline of knowledge' is educating Australians about clean energy.
Coal technology advances challenge doomsday predictions
FutureCoal CEO Michelle Manook argues advanced coal technologies like CCS and HELE are delivering real emissions reductions, challenging pessimistic climate narratives while supporting global energy needs.
Canberra Letters: Richardson Legacy Sparks Debate
Canberra Times readers debate Graham Richardson's legacy, defend Trump's foreign policy, and voice concerns about renewable energy costs. Read diverse community opinions.
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