Hate speech laws could be ‘salvaged’ after backdown
Despite criticising Labor's proposed hate speech laws as unsalvageable, the coalition is looking to get elements passed in an emergency session.
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Labor issues ultimatum on hate speech laws
Changes to hate speech laws remain up in the air as Anthony Albanese issues a take it or leave it offer to the coalition on the contentious laws.
Great escape to the country squeezing communities
Housing, planning and jobs remain key challenges as country Australia continues to grow six years after the population shift to the regions began.
Anti-hate laws pass parliament in late-night sitting
Contentious reforms aimed at better protecting the Jewish community have passed parliament, but not without fierce political debate.
‘A lot of work to do’: expats weigh return to Venezuela
Venezuelans in Australia are considering their future as they seek to rebuild their nation, hoping the removal of its leader will open the door to democracy.
Rising A-League star embroiled in racism probe
A-League Men club Melbourne City look set to be embroiled in a race row after one of their brightest prospects was accused of using discriminatory language.
Bondi royal commission will bring ‘momentum for change’
Australia's envoy to combat anti-Semitism has welcomed a federal inquiry into the Bondi attacks, saying the Jewish community will be able to air concerns.
Cheaper child care to ease pressures on working parents
More than 120,000 Australian children will have access to early childhood education under a change guaranteeing subsidised care three days a week.
Gillespie says Khawaja golf scrutiny wasn’t racial
Former Test quick Jason Gillespie says former players were right to hold Usman Khawaja to account over his pre-Ashes golf, and it was not racial stereotyping.
Admin failures blamed for woman’s unlawful detention
Documents show the Howard government accepted a scathing report that highlighted failures in immigration after a citizen was unlawfully detained for 10 months.
Refugees escape to regions marred by racism
Half of the refugees living in regional towns and centres experience racism and discrimination, a new report has found.
Ex-TV star must shadow Jewish leader over Nazi gesture
A magistrate has condemned those who target Australia's Jewish community while sentencing a former Neighbours actor for performing a Nazi gesture.
‘Proud Jew’: victim lauded as Bondi tributes preserved
Political leaders are reassuring a shattered Jewish community that Australia is their home as a young victim of the Bondi massacre is remembered.
‘Keep people safe’: guns, rallies reined in after Bondi
Guns and protests are in the crosshairs as politicians rush to pass laws before Christmas to ensure public safety in response to the Bondi Beach massacre.
Driver could be freed in 15 months after girl’s death
A 25-year-old driver has been jailed after pleading guilty to dangerous driving causing the death of a little girl after she was thrown metres into the air.
Fierce defence of police as nation mourns Bondi dead
Police officers who responded to the Bondi terror attack have been strongly backed by their premier as further details emerge about the perpetrators.
‘Obscene’ rates of Indigenous child removals persist
Indigenous children continue to be removed from family at 'obscene' rates, as advocates urge an overhaul of how child protection is approached.
PM brands social media ban a success before it starts
The rollout of Australia's landmark social media ban will be untidy, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese admits, but he says it is already a success.
Rape-accused intruder argues elderly woman attacked him
A would-be thief accused of an aged care centre rape has testified his alleged victim said "you're not getting away with this" before he was able to escape.
Author horrified toddler taboo book seen as pedophilic
A Christian charity executive was shocked her book Daddy's Little Toy about an adult role-playing as a toddler was seen as pedophilic, a court has been told.
Positive male roles highlighted in push to end violence
Men have important and influential roles in promoting healthy attitudes towards women to help prevent violence against them, AFL captains and male leaders say.
Barriers hinder Indigenous dementia support on Country
Indigenous people are at higher risk of developing dementia, but getting a diagnosis and support can be fraught with barriers, especially in remote regions.
Law change for ‘horror’ car thefts with kids inside
Stealing a car with a young child inside will be classified as a carjacking under state "adult time for violent crime" laws set to be rammed through parliament.
One Nation senator slapped down over sharia law rant
A senator has been accused of driving Islamophobia by spreading false information about sharia law during a hearing probing efforts to tackle anti-Muslim hate.
State moves to ban unnecessary intersex child surgery
Unnecessary procedures on intersex children will be prohibited under laws to be introduced by one Australian state in a move hailed by advocates.
Fresh charges for bikie over Iran-linked arson attacks
A bikie accused of directing two others to firebomb a Jewish deli amidst a spate of anti-Semitic attacks has had further charges brought against him.
Tears in court as killer driver faces toddler’s family
There were emotional scenes in a packed courtroom as Kamal Ghali admitted dangerous driving causing three-year-old Mila Wang's death when he ran a red light.
Mass migration claims debunked as the far right gathers
False claims about "out-of-control" immigration have been disputed by experts as police surround protests and counter-rallies in Australia's biggest city.
More care for utes than health: rural men’s harsh truth
Long distances are not the only thing stopping young rural men seeing their doctor, with social stigma and loneliness also hindering care.
Hanson defiant after Senate ban for ‘despicable’ stunt
Banned from parliament and facing condemnation after she wore a burqa in the Senate, One Nation leader Pauline Hanson claims she's been treated unfairly.
Neo-Nazi taken into detention and awaiting deportation
A South African man who attended a neo-Nazi rally in Australia is being compared to a guest who turns up just to wreck the place, with his visa torn up.