US could demand thousands in bonds for tourist visas
The US could require thousands of dollars-worth of bonds for some tourist and business visas under a pilot program launching in two weeks, a government notice said, an effort that…
Airbnb hosts say caps won’t shift them to rental market
Imposing further booking limits on short-stay properties would have little impact on rental supply and affordability in Australia’s biggest cities, Airbnb says. Capping or lowering the number of nights a…
Nationwide protests planned after Harbour Bridge march
Protest laws could be repealed or expanded following a march across an iconic national landmark, as activists plan for more demonstrations. The pro-Palestine movement, boosted by a march across the…
Tesla approves shares worth $US29 billion to Elon Musk
Tesla has granted CEO Elon Musk 96 million shares worth about $US29 billion ($A45 billion), a move aimed at keeping the billionaire entrepreneur at the helm as he fights a…
Rivers of gold pour into Kalgoorlie for mining forum
Mining has always been an industry of boom and bust. The fickle fortunes of Australia’s biggest export sector were clear to see on opening day of the annual Diggers and…
Meet the first woman to lead Australia’s federal police
Krissy Barrett joined the Australian Federal Police as a young administrative assistant and will now make history as the first woman to lead the agency. Ms Barrett has been appointed…
Female ‘safe space’ app defends booting trans woman
A social media app has defended the ejection of a transgender woman, claiming the platform was needed as a safe space against “deplorable” behaviour from men. The Giggle for Girls…
Climate ratings could spare buyers from risky homes
Australian homes could be rated on their vulnerability to bushfires, floods and other climate risks in a move that would keep buyers from uninsurable properties. A resilience rating is among…
Women’s app makes case to ‘disadvantage’ for equality
A social media app has defended ejecting a transgender woman, claiming that certain groups could be lawfully disadvantaged by efforts to advance women’s rights. The Giggle for Girls app is…
Superpower potential: advocates urge uranium rule redo
Australia is sinking billions of dollars into an uncertain bid to become the world’s leading green hydrogen exporter, but it already has the ingredients to become a renewable energy superpower,…