Mining magnate Gina Rinehart proposed offering Queensland islands to Elon Musk for satellite launches and microchip manufacturing. The idea received mixed reactions, with tourism groups citing environmental concerns and business groups calling for feasibility studies.
Pauline Hanson addresses her new MP's comments on immigration and Indigenous flags. The Albanese government offers concessions on capital gains tax changes. Iran plans maritime fees in the Strait of Hormuz, Ukraine drones strike Moscow, and Lionel Messi's family requests "humanity" amid health reports.
Gina Rinehart suggested offering free islands near Townsville to Elon Musk for SpaceX satellite construction and launches. She also proposed attracting Taiwan's chip industry with free land and tax holidays, and skilled Israelis for defense manufacturing, advocating for deregulation and tax cuts.
Mining magnate Gina Rinehart proposed Queensland offer islands to Elon Musk for SpaceX satellite construction and launches, citing his need for land in an allied country. She also suggested Townsville as a base for Israelis to develop and manufacture advanced war drones.
Billionaire Gina Rinehart publicly supports Pauline Hanson, gifting her a toy bulldozer and private plane access. Hanson, a One Nation leader, delivered a manifesto at the National Press Club, advocating for a monoculture, scrapping public broadcasters, and slashing migration. Progressive group GetUp! protested Hanson's speech with a banner, to which Hanson responded by changing her social media profile picture to an image of herself wearing sunglasses.
Billionaire Gina Rinehart publicly supports Pauline Hanson, gifting her a toy bulldozer and access to a private plane. Hanson, gaining poll traction, delivered a manifesto at the National Press Club advocating for a monoculture, scrapping public broadcasters, and slashing migration. Her speech was met with a protest banner from GetUp! and criticism from Prime Minister Albanese regarding her immigration rhetoric.
Australian billionaire Gina Rinehart has invested over $1 billion in Elon Musk's SpaceX, marking one of her largest non-mining ventures. The move reflects a growing intersection between natural resources and advanced technology sectors.
Hancock Iron Ore, owned by Gina Rinehart, has confirmed job cuts at its Pilbara operations following a merger of its Roy Hill and Atlas Iron businesses. While the exact number is undisclosed, reports suggest hundreds of positions may be affected.
Australia's richest person, Gina Rinehart, has invested over $1 billion in SpaceX, following the company's recent stock market debut. Rinehart praised Elon Musk's achievements and predicted SpaceX's long-term influence across multiple industries.
Donald Trump announced a deal to end the war on Iran, with a signing expected Friday. He will discuss the deal at the G7 Summit in France. Global oil prices dropped on the news, but details remain scarce.
Gina Rinehart's Hancock Prospecting has made a significant investment in Elon Musk's SpaceX, reportedly at least $1.4bn, as the company began trading on sharemarkets. Rinehart expressed confidence in Musk and excitement about SpaceX's AI prospects, with potential for collaboration on AI infrastructure and critical mineral supply.
One Nation has relocated a fundraising event in Melbourne to an undisclosed location after the original venue, Giorgio Casa, withdrew due to planned protest activity. Police stated they were unaware of specific threats, attributing the decision to the venue.
Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers attributes One Nation's popularity to economic pressures and voter disconnection, contrasting their approach with the government's relief measures. He also defends planned tax reforms against criticism, particularly from Opposition Leader Angus Taylor.
Pauline Hanson revealed she consults with Australia's richest person, Gina Rinehart, on policy, calling her a friend and a significant supporter. Hanson also became emotional discussing her past imprisonment. Meanwhile, WA Premier Roger Cook criticized Hanson's political strategy and voting record.
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson revealed she consults Australian billionaire Gina Rinehart on policy, calling her a friend and "very beneficial." Hanson also became emotional discussing her 2003 imprisonment and alleged domestic violence.
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson billed taxpayers for two trips that included party fundraisers, discussions with disaffected National Barnaby Joyce, a Gina Rinehart event and return flights to connect the senator to her private jet to Florida, sponsored by her major donor, Mrs Rinehart.
One Nation Leader Pauline Hanson banks more than $3 million worth of donations, including a brand new plane gifted by Australia's richest person, Gina Rinehart.
One Nation Leader Pauline Hanson banks more than $3 million worth of donations, including a brand new plane gifted by Australia's richest person, Gina Rinehart.
One Nation Leader Pauline Hanson banks more than $3 million worth of donations, including a brand new plane gifted by Australia's richest person, Gina Rinehart.
A legal wrangle is underway over what costs mining heiress Gina Rinehart is liable for following last week's judgement in her epic court battle with the family of her father's former business partner.
