Polls close in telling Fadden by-election
A Queensland by-election is shaping up to be the coalition's to lose as polling closes in Fadden, with Liberal candidate Cameron Caldwell the firm favourite.
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Coalition expected to hold Fadden in key by-election
The Liberal National Party will hold the federal seat of Fadden vacated by Stuart Robert after candidate Cameron Caldwell swept ahead in a by-election.
LNP’s Cameron Caldwell takes out Fadden by-election
Liberal National Party candidate Cameron Caldwell has won the by-election for the federal seat of Fadden in the northern Gold Coast.
Coalition holds seat of Fadden in federal by-election
The Liberal National Party will hold the federal seat of Fadden vacated by Stuart Robert after candidate Cameron Caldwell swept ahead in a by-election.
‘No comfort’ for Peter Dutton after Fadden by-election
Labor has described the Liberal National Party's win in the Fadden by-election as "pretty lethargic", as cost of living issues bite.
Australia told to call out China corruption in Pacific
Western nations need to boost intelligence gathering in the Pacific and expose Chinese corruption to protect democracy in the region, a leading academic says.
‘I have a mountain of respect’ for Lowe: Treasurer
Treasurer Jim Chalmers is unable to say if inflation can come back down without a rise in unemployment but declined to comment on the RBA's July rate decision.
Change in carbon calculations could help manage buffalo
Pest species cause environmental damage across the Top End but new research is looking at ways to protect country and create investment in Aboriginal projects.
State LNP continue crime, health push after Fadden win
A federal by-election with no major surprises gave the major parties latitude to make meaning of the result ahead of next year's Queensland state election.
Farmers urged to always ‘stay on the safe side’ of life
Some 55 farm workers died on Australian farms last year, sparking a new campaign to encourage agricultural workers to 'stay on the safe side'.
LNP pushes back on ALP attempt to rain on Fadden parade
Labor has attempted to position the Liberal National Party's win in the Fadden by-election as "lethargic" by using a little-known metric.
Deloitte under the spotlight at consultancy inquiry
Deloitte executives are scheduled to face a Senate committee which is looking at problems with the federal government's use of consultants.
Consultancy firm issue worse than expected: Gallagher
Deloitte executives are scheduled to face a Senate committee which is looking at problems with the federal government's use of consultants.
Calls for big consultant firms to be broken up
Large consultancy firms should be broken up to reduce conflicts of interest, the former head of the consumer watchdog has told an inquiry.
Poll indicates voter backlash against major parties
The latest Newspoll shows Labor's primary vote is at its lowest level since the election, with the Coalition also losing ground.
Treasurer keen to progress global tax deal at G20
An overhaul of global taxation, climate change and the energy transition will be raised by Treasurer Jim Chalmers at the G20 finance ministers meeting in India.
WA to stand alone in keeping no-fault evictions
WA Premier Roger Cook has suggested banning no-fault evictions would put an unnecessary burden on landlords as a fifth state promises to outlaw the practice.
Deloitte employee sacked over information breach
Consultancy firm Deloitte has confirmed an employee who shared confidential government information has been stood down.
Time short for voice ‘yes’ campaign to find right pitch
The 'yes' campaign for an Indigenous voice needs to step up its game if it wants a successful referendum later this year, a leading marketing expert warns.
Easing global inflation story takes pressure off rates
Moderating inflation around the world could help the Reserve Bank build the case for an extended pause on interest rates.
By-election, polling show federal Labor under pressure
Newspoll shows Labor's primary vote is at its lowest level since the election, with the coalition also losing ground but quietly confident.
Former partner calls for consultancy royal commission
The big four consultancy firms should not enjoy legal protections offered to the industry, an ex-partner for one of the companies has told an inquiry.
PM to hold his tongue on date for voice referendum
Anthony Albanese says he won't make an early announcement about the date for a voice referendum because voters don't like long campaigns.
Risk versus dreams in rival voice referendum messages
Sporting stars and former judges weigh in on constitutional recognition as formal arguments are published for the voice referendum 'yes' and 'no' campaigns.
RBA governor stresses slow productivity at G20 talks
Reserve Bank of Australia governor Philip Lowe says weak productivity growth could be a bigger but less immediate problem than inflation.
‘No’ vote would endorse failed policies: Albanese
As the 'yes' and 'no' cases are made public, the prime minister says the clearest argument in favour is to improve policies for Indigenous Australians.
States push back at calls to step into Comm Games void
Perth's mayor and Sydney business groups have called for the 2026 Commonwealth Games to be hosted in their cities, but those who'd foot the bill are reluctant.
‘Yes’ and ‘no’ cases in full voice as pitches revealed
Backers and opponents of the Indigenous voice to parliament have revealed their cases ahead of a referendum by the end of the year.
Australia-US talks as AUKUS rankles Labor rank and file
Two of Australia's most senior ministers will meet with their US counterparts next week, as Labor members call on the federal government to withdraw from AUKUS.
‘Do not let them divide us’ – Burney’s impassioned plea
An emotional argument by the Minister for Indigenous Australians for people to back the voice included a withering attack on sections of the 'no' vote campaign.
Pause in interest rate hikes no salve for mortgage pain
More mortgage holders are likely to miss repayments despite the RBA pausing rates, yet analysts say robust lending rules should keep a lid on delinquencies.