Middle East conflict ends plan for PM’s key Trump talk
Anthony Albanese will no longer meet with Donald Trump after the US president revealed he will leave the G7 summit before their highly anticipated encounter.
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PM coy on whether Canadian leader gave him Trump tips
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has held discussions with Canada's leader as both countries reckon with the impact of the US president's tariff regime.
Hundreds of Aussies try to flee Israel-Iran conflict
Australia is considering assisted departures for citizens in Israel and Iran but the timeline is dictated by safety, with airspace closed due to air strikes.
Minister plays down American review of AUKUS deal
There are calls for a defence contingency plan to be put in place after the government played down a US administration review of the AUKUS submarine pact.
Low pharmacy vaping uptake fuels black market fears
Only about 40,000 vapes have been sold via the federal government's pharmacy model, which critics say shows black market sales are still thriving.
Police feature in complaints to territory ombudsman
The use of spit hoods has been defended by a crime-troubled territory's chief minister, amid a soaring number of complaints about police to the ombudsman.
Average home prices hit $1m with more growth to come
The average price of a home in Australia has hit $1 million after a decade of growth, though experts say a return to the explosive COVID-era boom is unlikely.
Embattled premier’s request for early election granted
Tasmanian voters are heading to the polls for the fourth time in seven years after the beleaguered Liberal premier was granted an early election.
Sanctions backlash adds to ‘uncertainty’ with US
Australia could question its future co-operation with the US after a decision to sanction Israeli government ministers was condemned by an American official.
Industrial disputes drop to lowest level in two years
The number of employees involved in industrial disputes has fallen by more than half during the first three months of 2025.
Heartbroken mum urges free vaccines for deadly disease
After watching her son die in a few hours, a grieving parent is lobbying a state government to help prevent the disease that killed him.
Public pepper spray trial triggers stinging backlash
A 12-month trial allowing the public to carry pepper spray in a crime-hit territory has been slammed by critics who say it is an "admission of failure".
Parties in full swing, tough path to election majority
Tasmania's major parties face an uphill battle to get the swings required to rule in majority after the upcoming election, polling suggests.
Australia to go all in for AUKUS despite US review
Australian officials will not rethink the AUKUS partnership or look at a back-up plan despite the US launching an "American First"-inspired review of the deal.
‘Bite the bullet’: call for a deep dive on subs deal
A US review of its nuclear submarine pact with Australia is being labelled an opportunity for Canberra to re-evaluate the deal's costs and benefits.
PM leans on friends in uncertain world ahead of talks
As the world becomes a more uncertain place, Australia needs friends it can rely on, the prime minister has said during a visit to a key Pacific partner.
Australia calls for calm as Iran-Israel conflict erupts
Anthony Albanese is urging talks to de-escalate exploding tensions in the Middle East, but says Iran's pursuit of nuclear weapons threatens peace and security.
Liberals turn to ex-federal politicians for snap poll
Several former federal politicians are running for the Liberals at an early state election caused by a no-confidence motion and a premier's refusal to resign.
‘Parliament tower’ approval a tall order for opponents
Approval for a capital city's tallest commercial building, just metres from its heritage-listed parliament, disrespects history and heritage, opponents say.
Essential workers falling into housing ‘missing middle’
Essential workers are sleeping in their cars because they cannot afford homes while advocates urge tourism to be placed second behind basic services.
A season for busking: children’s book inspires song
First Nations culture, language and knowledge will be brought into classrooms across the country through song, as part of the Busking for Change initiative.
Liberals prescribe plan to expand role of chemists
The Liberals have opened the first weekend of Tasmania's election campaign focused on health as Labor vows to improve the way major infrastructure is delivered.
Concerns over US AUKUS review dismissed by deputy PM
Australia's deputy Prime Minister has dismissed concerns about the nation's US submarine deal as the Trump administration reviews the AUKUS pact.
Australian diplomats in Middle East safe, accounted for
Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles has assured Australia's embassy staff stationed in Iran and Israel are safe and accounted for amid hostilities.
Archer fires an early shot amid state political turmoil
Ousted federal Liberal MP Bridget Archer will attempt a return to politics as embattled state premier Jeremy Rockliff prepares to call an early election.
Probe into Indigenous man’s death after airport custody
A coroner will investigate the death of an Aboriginal man in custody after Australian Federal Police apprehended him allegedly intoxicated at an airport.
‘Miracle’ PM gets top gong in the name of the King
A controversial ex-prime minister, an Oscar winner and several academics are receiving one of Australia's top merits on the King's Birthday Honours List.
Liberals back embattled premier, election call looms
All roads lead to a fourth election in seven years for Tasmania after the island state's Liberal minority premier lost the support of parliament.
PM commits to ‘lasting change’ in second-term agenda
In his first major speech since Labor's election triumph, Anthony Albanese says he will build on his first term to deliver reforms across the nation.
‘Options considered’: state’s snap election call on ice
A state has been left in political limbo, with a Liberal minority premier's request for an early election being considered by the governor.
‘Shame on you’: united call for death-in-custody action
Hundreds of people have gathered to demand justice over the death of a young Aboriginal man in custody, marking the beginning of events planned nationwide.