The demise of Holden represents more to Australians than just the disappearance of another car company, it signifies the loss of "part of the Australian lifestyle," says Counsel House's Jim Middleton.
Australians who will be rescued from the stricken Diamond Princess cruise ship will undergo "five screenings" before their removal in order to halt the spread of the potentially deadly coronavirus, according to Health Minister Greg Hunt.
China's ambassador to Australia has renewed criticism of Australia's ban on Huawei, after the government barred it from participating from Australia's 5G rollout.
The prime minister has announced the federal government will commit $2 million to the Medical Research Future Fund to develop a vaccine for coronavirus.
Sky News Political Reporter Andrew Clennell says Prime Minister Scott Morrison "never had any intention" of committing to a zero net emissions target, instead opting for a climate technology investment target.
Emission reduction is "flatlining under the Coalition", as the government battles within itself over the future of coal-fire power plants, according to Labor senator Murray Watt.
The Australian government will look at implementing a technology investment target to avoid committing to an internationally imposed net-zero emissions target by 2050.
Mining giant BHP has reported a lift in its half-year profit but warned its outlook ahead may be threatened by the impacts of coronavirus and damage from extreme weather.
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