ACTU push for workplace laws to be fast-tracked
The ACTU is urging the government to fast-track its contentious workplace laws, saying every day that goes by is costing gig workers money they can't afford.
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Tough new migration bill passes parliament
Fast-tracked laws subjecting criminals released from immigration detention to ankle tracking and curfews have passed federal parliament.
Laws flagged to deal with court decision on detention
The government is working on emergency legislation following the High Court's decision that indefinite immigration detention is unlawful.
Disendorsed veteran Liberal MP heads to crossbench
Veteran Liberal MP Russell Broadbent will sit on the crossbench before his retirement at the next election after quitting the party.
Thalidomide survivors to receive formal apology
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will deliver a formal apology in parliament on behalf of the government to survivors of the drug thalidomide and their families.
Easier PTSD compensation, worker protection step closer
First responders with post-traumatic stress disorder and workers facing domestic violence may soon have greater protections, with laws closer to passing.
Fresh staffing scandal linked to NSW transport minister
The office of NSW Minister for Transport Jo Haylen unlawfully directed a department to appoint a specific person to a new position, the opposition says.
‘Political operative’s’ Labor ties raised three times
NSW Transport Minister Jo Haylen won't reveal why her chief of staff has resigned as senior public servants confirm he was warned over a Labor-linked staffer.
Worker protections sooner on the cards as bill split
Further protections and access to support for workers suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder and domestic violence could soon become a reality.
Infrastructure review finds billions in cost pressures
An independent review of the federal government's infrastructure program has found $33 billion in cost pressures to the economy.
Premier admits oversight in Opera House solidarity move
As a Sydney council prepares to fly the Palestinian flag, the NSW premier has apologised over the fallout of lighting the Sydney Opera House in Israeli colours.
DoorDash warns workplace bill will stifle worker choice
Food delivery platform DoorDash has hit out against new workplace laws, saying they will limit the freedom of workers on its platform.
Victorian MPs to dodge scrutiny for past bad behaviour
Victorian MPs accused of inappropriate behaviour and misconduct will be probed by a parliamentary integrity commission, but it won't have retrospective powers.
Parliament integrity overhaul after Vic Labor scandals
Victorian MPs, ministers and parliamentary secretaries accused of workplace misconduct will be investigated through a long-awaited integrity commission.
Australia stands by Israel in wake of Hamas attack
Anthony Albanese has led tributes in parliament to victims of the Hamas attacks against Israel, saying Australians were shocked by the incident.
Labor seeks to move on from voice referendum
Federal parliament returns on Monday for the first time in four weeks, as the government seeks to reset the agenda following the voice referendum.
Reactions to NSW state budget and its surprise surplus
The NSW Labor government has delivered its first state budget since 2010, revealing a surprise surplus and promising to funnel spending into essential services.
NSW budget readies for rainy day with surplus surprise
A surplus will bring little comfort to many people who are not eligible for cost-of-living relief as the NSW government insists on prudent principles.
AI is revolutionising diabetes treatment, inquiry told
Life-changing artificial intelligence technology is being used to treat diabetes patients, although access remains limited, a parliamentary inquiry has heard.
Push to flush drug decriminalisation is dead on arrival
The federal Liberals are pushing to overturn ACT drug decriminalisation laws after claiming they would be a Canberra "tourism attraction''.
Labor’s housing breakthrough after tense negotiations
A deal with the Greens has allowed Labor to pass its signature $10 billion social and affordable housing policy through parliament.
Former minister referred to anti-corruption commission
An inquiry into links between ex-minister Stuart Robert and a consulting firm has asked the national anti-corruption commission to take over the investigation.
‘Yes’ campaign leader calls in lawyers after Insta post
Indigenous leader Marcia Langton says Peter Dutton must remove a post accusing her of branding voice 'no' voters as racist and stupid because it's a lie.
Housing fund to pass as fight for renter rights goes on
A $10 billion fund that will be used to build thousands of social and affordable homes is set to become a reality after garnering support from the Greens.
Court challenge to Netanyahu’s judicial overhaul begins
Israel's Supreme Court has opened the first case to look at the legality of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's contentious judicial overhaul.
Male colleague used to ‘breathe on my neck’: Andrews
As debate continues on new laws to improve the culture of parliament house, a former coalition government minister says she was harassed during question time.
Crossbenchers fire up over support for first responders
The inclusion of changes to protect first responders and domestic violence survivors in Labor's workplace bill has been labelled a "cynical ploy".
Social housing for vulnerable Aussies to become reality
Work should soon start on thousands of social and affordable homes with a $10 billion housing investment fund set to pass federal parliament.
Woman Liberal MP’s treatment ‘appalling’: minister
As debate continues in the Senate on new laws to improve workplace culture, a former coalition government minister alleges she was harassed in parliament.
Protests grip Israel ahead of judicial reform ruling
Anti-government protesters have rallied at the Supreme Court ahead of a hearing on a bid by the governing coalition to curb the court's powers.
Labor, Greens open doors to lock in $10b housing fund
The government's $10 billion housing future fund is set to pass through parliament in a deal with the Greens for more investment in social and affordable homes.