How would you feel about having a nuclear reactor in your backyard?
Traralgon residents fear the Coalition's proposal to build a nuclear plant nearby will drive down property prices, but some also see it as a chance for an economic boost when the coal power station closes.
Analysis
analysis:When it comes to power, solar could leave nuclear and everything else in the shade — here's why
Energy experts — and even Greenpeace — underestimated solar power's rapid global growth. Now many believe solar is set to become the world's biggest power source within the next decade. But it is falling prices — rather than environmental benefits — that might be driving that change.
How smart meters are changing your power bill
There is a huge change happening in the way we pay for our power and whether you can get the balance right could have big implications for your energy bill.
The final days of a ghost uranium mining town, shuttered and sold for parts
Now a ghost town, the community of Mary Kathleen disappeared after the nearby uranium mine closed in 1982. But in its heyday, it was an oasis in outback Queensland.
CSIRO chief executive says Peter Dutton's comments on energy report 'corrode public trust in science'
CSIRO CEO Dr Doug Hilton is urging politicians not to undermine scientists in the energy debate, after finding himself in the political firing line.
What is nuclear energy and how does it work?
Nuclear power is in the headlines a lot right now. So we ask energy experts to break down exactly what it is.
Hundred-turbine wind farm to be built 55km from proposed Coalition nuclear power plant site
Developers say the proposed 100 turbine farm to be built near Collie, outside the town of Moodiarrup, will produce enough electricity to power the Perth CBD.
The Coalition needs votes from young people, so are they on board with its nuclear plan?
Peter Dutton has pledged to build nuclear power plants in these teenagers' regions if the Coalition wins the next election. Some are excited by the prospect of a new industry but others want to keep the focus on renewables.
Analysis
analysis:Dutton's swing to nuclear power heralds a return to nationalisation
Since the Menzies era, the Liberal Party's mantra has been built on a free market and small government. But Peter Dutton's nuclear power plans mean the opposition's ambitions have turned the party's ideology on its head.
Climate Change and Energy Minister Chris Bowen speaks to 7.30
Chris Bowen is the Climate Change and Energy Minister, and he speaks with Sarah Ferguson about the federal opposition’s plan to building multiple reactors on seven sites.
The energy debate heats up
The 'new climate wars' between the Albanese Government and Dutton Opposition came to Federal parliament today MPs return for a final sitting before the winter break.
Physicist willing to bet 'large amounts of money' against nuclear power being built in Australia in his lifetime
Project management, legal and energy experts have raised serious doubts about the Coalitions ability to construct nuclear power plants in Australia before 2037.
Liberal Matt Kean, long a thorn in his own party's side, has been offered a job by Labor
The Liberal Party's most recognisable climate campaigner has been tapped by Labor to assume Australia's top climate advisory role.
Analysis
analysis:Meme wars around the nuclear debate are masking a real problem: the gender dynamics of elections are shifting
While many in the political debate are focused on Mr Burns, the hapless Homer and three-eyed fish, I'm wondering what Lisa Simpson would make of the nuclear debate. And judging by data on gender from the last election, both major parties may want to consider this too.
Behind the grand plans for nuclear is a potentially fatal flaw. And it's on millions of roofs
The Coalition wants nuclear to be the Yin to rooftop solar's Yang. But some experts say the technologies make terrible bedfellows.
Nuclear power could put these tiny towns in the national spotlight, but residents' opinions are divided
Nuclear reactors, if they are built, will be in the backyards of farmers such as Darren Jensen. He's thrilled by the prospect, but not everyone in town is.
Dutton claims nuclear energy will cost fraction of Labor's renewable energy plan
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has claimed his nuclear energy plan will cost a fraction of Labor's pursuit of renewable energy.
Analysis
analysis:David Crisafulli is on a collision course with federal colleagues over nuclear power
David Crisafulli insists he won't budge on his opposition to nuclear power — a position that's not sitting well with some of his federal colleagues.
Nuclear could fill a niche in Australia's energy, but renewables will need to do the heavy lifting, business leaders say
Energy sector leaders and economists say renewable energy will ultimately generate the vast share of Australia's energy mix, but nuclear could play a small role.
Analysis
analysis:A surge in the polls spurred the Coalition to announce its nuclear plans. Now both parties have a birthday cake problem
A surge in the polls helped spur the Coalition to announce its nuclear policy. Whether it holds on to that lead will come down to which side can persuade voters that such complex issues can magic up any short-term betterment in their lives.
Opposition leader promises more details on nuclear plans
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton says he'll soon release costings for his proposal to build seven nuclear power plants.
'Lighten up': Albanese defends anti-nuclear memes
The Prime Minister says the Coalition's nuclear policy deserves ridicule.
Radioactive waste comes under spotlight as Coalition moves to embrace nuclear future
Australia currently produces a relatively small amount of radioactive waste due to its limited nuclear industry, so what would happen to the waste generated by seven nuclear reactors if they were built under a Coalition government?
Some of the Coalition's proposed nuclear locations are near fault lines — is that a problem?
The Coalition wants to build nuclear reactors at seven locations across the country, with several sites on or near known fault lines. And while nowhere is immune to earthquake risk, the bigger problem could be an increase to engineering costs.
Would you like a nuclear power plant in your backyard?
Would you live near a nuclear power plant? That's the question many are now asking themselves after the Coalition announced its plan to build nuclear reactors across the country if it wins government.