No complaint from late senator: Albanese
The Labor opposition leader says he never received a complaint from late senator Kimberley Kitching after bullying claims were denied by three MPs concerned.
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Counting to continue after Labor’s SA win
Counting is set to continue in the South Australian election after Labor's decisive win over the Liberal government.
Leaders make final pitch ahead of SA vote
South Australian Premier Steven Marshall and Opposition Leader Peter Malinauskas have hit the streets on the eve of the state election.
Labor senators deny bullying accusations
Senators Kristina Keneally, Penny Wong and Katy Gallagher have broken their silence on accusations they had bullied and ostracised the late Kimberley Kitching.
Costing row dominates SA election campaign
The South Australian Liberal government and the Labor opposition are at odds over election promises and how the parties will pay for them.
SA Labor reveals election costings
The South Australian opposition has revealed the costings for its election promises ahead of Saturday's poll.
Flood fund systems failed: NSW treasurer
Disaster funding structures have failed many flood-affected communities with a new system required to address the devastation, the NSW Treasurer says.
Star admits ‘misleading’ NAB on gaming
An inquiry into the suitability of Sydney's Star casino to hold a licence is examining due diligence at the venue and claims of links to organised crime.
Labor launches first TV ad ahead of poll
Labor will start rolling out national advertising from Friday ahead of the federal election in its first TV pitch to voters.
Greater jobs growth than G7 countries: PM
Australia's unemployment rate dropped to four per cent in February, with the prime minister lauding "greater growth" than the world's most advanced economies.
SA Labor to unveil election costings
The South Australian Opposition is set to unveil the costings for its election promises ahead of Saturday's poll.
Leaders face final debate as SA poll looms
South Australian Premier Steven Marshall and Opposition Leader Peter Malinauskas have faced off in a final debate before the state election on Saturday.
Queensland jobs and economy can power ahead with climate action: poll
Queenslanders, including voters in traditionally mining-reliant regional areas, believe action on climate change will grow Australia's economy rather than set it back, polling has found.
NT ICAC considering Rolfe investigation
The Northern Territory anti-corruption commissioner is considering launching a probe into the investigation of a policeman who fatally shot an Aboriginal teen.
Albanese attacks PM on cost of living
Anthony Albanese has hit out at the Morrison government over its approach to cost of living issues ahead of the federal election.
Kitching ostracism claims distressing: PM
Prime Minister Scott Morrison says claims late senator Kimberley Kitching had been ostracised within her party should not be dismissed.
Consumers fret over inflation, RBA unsure
The Reserve Bank of Australia minutes from its March 1 board meeting show there is uncertainty how inflation will evolve in the face of the Ukrainian war.
Court reverses climate duty of care ruling
Three Federal Court judges have overturned a finding that the Australian government has a duty of care to protect children from harms caused by climate change.
Inland Rail to cut $200m from freight cost
New modelling reveals a shift from road to the Inland Rail network could slash more than $200 million a year from freight costs.
Risks for Morrison in SA election result
As South Australians go to the polls this weekend, federal political strategists will be scrutinising trends and issues.
MH17 legal bid against Russia ‘has teeth’
Australia has launched legal action alongside the Netherlands against Russia over the downing of flight MH17.
Defence dominates pre-poll announcements
Scott Morrison spruiked his economic and security credentials in Western Australia but remained tight-lipped about any cost of living measures in the budget.
Australia takes legal action over MH17
Australia and the Netherlands will take out legal action against Russia over the downing of MH17.
Cost of living to dominate election cycle
As a new Newspoll showed Anthony Albanese drawing level with Scott Morrison as preferred leader, the cost of living has emerged as a major campaign issue.
Cost of living focus in budget: Morrison
Just over a fortnight out from the federal budget, the prime minister says easing pressures on the family budget will be a key priority.
Cruise ship ban slated to end in April
Trade and Tourism Minister Dan Tehan says a ban on cruise ships will likely end on April 17, with a formal announcement expected on Wednesday.
Emergency head defends flood response
Emergency Management Australia boss Joe Buffone says an earlier disaster declaration would not have had an impact on the ADF rollout to assist flood victims.
New virus cases remain in the thousands
While Australia's governments want to relax isolation requirements, COVID-19 infections remain in the thousands and the number of deaths continues to climb.
Kumanjayi’s family will fight for justice
Kumanjayi Walker's remote community hopes a coronial inquest will bring justice after a Northern Territory policeman was acquitted of his murder.
Two dozen drones in $650m army package
The army will receive 24 new unmanned surveillance drones in 2023 and 2024 under a $650 million defence package.
NT policeman’s murder acquittal stirs rage
Indigenous leaders have reacted with sadness and anger after a jury found a Northern Territory policeman not guilty of murdering teenager Kumanjayi Walker.