For years, the mantra from the industry has been that gas is a bridge between coal and renewable energy. A landmark study has sensationally challenged that idea.
How the Middle East could derail the global economy
A day after oil prices surged, US President Joe Biden warned Israel against military strikes on Iran's oil export facilities for good reason — any attack could ignite another bout of inflation, and possibly plunge the world into recession.
Photo shows The flags of Iran and the United States of America behind a petrol pump.Darwin Port increases 'friendly cooperation' with China in new deal
The Chinese-controlled Port of Darwin has signed a "friendly cooperation" agreement with Shenzhen Port in southern China, citing a wish to establish a closer relationship and examine business opportunities.
Photo shows A truck drives out of the entrance of the Darwin Port on a sunny day.Why the weekly shop for many Australians could be impacted by a US dock worker strike
A US dock workers' strike reaching from New York to Texas is throwing global supply chains into disarray. And Australians' weekly shop will not be immune.
Photo shows A shopping trolley full of essentials items like fruit, water, and eggs75 years of the People's Republic of China and Xi's rule is at a crossroads
The bursting of China's economic bubble has exposed deep vulnerabilities in the Chinese Communist Party — and threatens Xi Jinping's legacy.
Photo shows Xi Jinping gives a little wave next to a Chinese flagFive-star hotel stays detailed in spending records of Tasmania's investment advocate and staff
Staff from a Tasmanian agency charged with "attracting investment" to the state have racked up international hotel stays and other expenses amounting to $289,000 over the past three financial years.
Photo shows Guest facilities at the St Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.He's the first Australian treasurer to visit Beijing in 7 years. So what did Chalmers's trip achieve?
Jim Chalmers meets with his Chinese counterpart to discuss the country's flagging economy and how that may impact Australia, as well as some lingering trade bans and the test-firing of an intercontinental ballistic missile.
Photo shows Jim Chalmers and NDRC Chairman Zheng Shanjie sit at a wide desk in a formal meeting room.In Beijing for historic talks, Chalmers says China's economic growth is in Australia's interest
Mr Chalmers is in Beijing to co-chair the first Australia-China Strategic Economic Dialogue in seven years, as well as to better understand the challenges facing the Chinese economy.
Photo shows Jim Chalmers and Zheng Shanjie shake hands in front of a small table with the Chinese and Australian flags.US economy will suffer regardless of a Trump or Harris win, former treasurer Hockey warns
The former Australian treasurer and ambassador to the United States, Joe Hockey, says the US dollar will grow weaker under either of the platforms of US presidential hopefuls Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. He also warned the Republican that he had made "absurd" spending commitments.
Photo shows Hockey gestures with one hand, sitting on the national press club stage.As India tries to feed the world's largest population, can Australia meet its fertiliser needs?
Australian phosphate miners are looking to boost India's food and manufacturing industries and gain a bigger foothold in the world's fastest-growing large economy.
Photo shows An Indian farmer thrashes paddy to separate the grain after harvest.There was a 'staggeringly quick' rise in sugar prices this week. Here's why
The world sugar price surged by about 15 per cent this week, which was easily the industry's sharpest rally of the year.
Photo shows A plate of donuts and other sugary items.More Aussie meat and vegetables on the table for United Arab Emirates after first Middle Eastern free trade deal
The major deal will boost profits in our largest vegetable export market and with one of our rapidly growing red meat trade partners.
Photo shows A roast lamb meal.Government expecting investment into critical minerals and clean energy after trade pact with UAE
The federal government is predicting a flood of new investment into Australia's critical mineral and clean energy sectors after sealing a free trade pact with the United Arab Emirates.
Photo shows Trade Minister Don Farrell and UAE Trade Minister Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi.Isolated on the world stage, Russia turned to China. Now it's suffering from a power imbalance
The Russian and Chinese economies are lurching into ever more perilous territory, threatening the nations' alliance.
Photo shows Composite image of Vladimir Putin and Xi JinpingSri Lanka supplies most of Australia's tea, but its industry is now at a crossroad
Sri Lanka's tea industry grapples with a steep wage hike, but some estate owners embrace new approaches to balance worker welfare and productivity in a bid to save the sector.
Photo shows A woman wearing a cap holdings a long brown basket on her back while she picks green leaves.Cotton bales set sail from Darwin Port in major milestone for new Katherine gin
Cotton processed near Katherine and exported from Darwin will be a significant cost-saver for Northern Territory producers hoping its proximity to Asia will give it a competitive advantage.
Photo shows Container ship getting loaded at Darwin PortRock lobster industry frustrated after 'battling' four years of China ban
Rock lobster fishers are growing increasingly frustrated about continuing Chinese government trade restrictions, months after the federal government declared they were on the brink of being lifted.
Photo shows A southern rock lobsterBlueScope Steel warns a 'large volume of steel' is leaving China and flooding markets in Australia and overseas
A prolonged downturn in China's property market will have significant flow-on effects for the Australian government's finances and the local steel industry, economists warn.
Photo shows Two Chinese flags flutter in the wind at a shipping port.Weapons export rules removed for trade between Australia and AUKUS partners
The US will remove critical export and arms regulations in order to encourage trade of weapons and military technology between the three AUKUS partners.
Photo shows HIMARS rocket launchAlmost two decades ago, Peter was made redundant at Holden. Now the government wants a future made in Australia
Manufacturing once played a critical role in the Australian economy but now makes up less than 6 per cent of the nation's GDP. So why is the government trying to revive it now?
Photo shows A man standing behind a building.Australia's 'Goldilocks scenario' is over with a $100 billion fall. It's hard to tell what happens now
After experiencing what analysts call a "Goldilocks scenario", Australian stocks just suffered their biggest fall since the pandemic lockdown era and global financial markets are nervous.
Photo shows Four people walk along a footpath in front of the ASX building on a sunny day.