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.
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Blind spot in housing funding overlooks regional areas
Regional areas do not receive an equitable share of funding despite feeling the sting of the housing crisis, but a new bill is aimed at changing that.
Labor, Greens strike deal to deliver $10b housing fund
The Greens have struck a deal to pass the Albanese government's $10 billion Housing Australia Future Fund through parliament.
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.
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.
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.
Workplace reforms will stifle mining sector: Dutton
The government's workplace reforms are aimed at ending exploitative labour loopholes but Peter Dutton claims they will damage the crucial resources sector.
Strip search of women ‘context’ for Qatar refusal: King
Catherine King says the mistreatment of a group of Australian women was linked to her decision to block Qatar Airways' request for more flights.
Living costs, workplace reform on parliament agenda
Federal parliamentarians return to Canberra for the next sitting fortnight, when workplace law changes and ongoing cost of living issues will dominate.
Australia’s newest MP pledges small business support
Cameron Caldwell has promised to fight for small business upon entering parliament after retaining the Queensland seat of Fadden for the LNP at a by-election.
Latham and second MP quit One Nation over ‘money grab’
One Nation may as well be known in NSW as One MP after Mark Latham and a long-time colleague quit the party and accused officials of misusing taxpayer funds.
Consultancy giants load up on $3.7b Defence contracts
Australia's biggest four consultancy firms raked in billions of dollars from Defence contracts, new analysis shows, sparking calls for greater transparency.
Procurement system a consultants’ ‘protection racket’
A parliamentary committee has savaged the procurement process for government contracts, saying it is an uncompetitive rort.
Nuclear waste dump King hit, Indigenous owners rejoice
Indigenous owners have welcomed the federal government dumping plans for a nuclear waste facility in regional South Australia.
Renters’ rights and housing supply on leaders’ agenda
Housing talks will be front of mind when state and territory leaders meet with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese for national cabinet next week.
Labor urged to do more to protect women from violence
As Labor brings in domestic and family violence leave entitlements, the opposition has called for further efforts to tackle the scourge.
Andrews to shirk federal and state Comm Games inquiries
Federal and state inquiries into Victoria's decision to cancel the 2026 Commonwealth Games are set to hold public hearings without the premier giving evidence.
Man locks teen outside ‘to treat her like a dog’
A 21-year-old man who has been violent towards two partners has been told to look at turning his life around after spending more than 16 months in custody.
Boost for welfare payments as calls grow for more
Welfare recipients will get an increase in their payments after key legislation passed federal parliament.
Industry groups urge backing for ‘vital’ housing fund
Labor is trying to break a political stand-off over the government's $10 billion fund for social and affordable homes, which has industry support.
New MP Cameron Caldwell sworn in to federal parliament
Former Gold Coast councillor Cameron Caldwell has been officially sworn in as the MP for Fadden, having retained the seat for the Liberals at a by-election.
Morrison rejects robodebt royal commission findings
Ex-Liberal prime minister Scott Morrison has spoken publicly about the robodebt royal commission for the first time and rejected findings he misled cabinet.
Dutton ramps up calls to reject Indigenous voice vote
Peter Dutton has ramped up calls to reject the Indigenous voice and says the public is starved of an opportunity to contest ideas surrounding it.
Ex-NSW premier defends record after corruption finding
Ex-NSW premier Gladys Berejiklian has called in her legal team after a watchdog made findings against her but decided against referring her for prosecution.
Consultant alleges ex-MP Stuart Robert took kickbacks
A consulting company sought ex-Liberal MP Stuart Robert's help to win federal government contracts, evidence released under parliamentary privilege shows.
More pollies good for democracy, electoral experts say
Electoral experts say lifting the number of politicians would improve democracy but remain undecided on whether territories should have more senators.
‘Get on with the program’: PM’s blunt housing message
A stoush over Labor's $10 billion housing fund has boiled over in parliament, with the prime minister sending a direct message to the Greens.
Senate inquiry adds to scrutiny of Perth Mint fumbles
Perth Mint faces a Senate inquiry on top of an audit and compliance overhaul amid longstanding issues and controversies including gold bars alloyed with silver.
‘Juvenile’: PM seeks advice as housing policy stalls
The prime minister says the government is seeking advice on the triggers required for a double dissolution after the Greens delayed a key housing bill.
‘Culture of cover-up’: Lambie refers ADF brass to Hague
Senator Jacqui Lambie has referred senior leaders within the ADF to the International Criminal Court over alleged war crimes in Afghanistan.
‘Tough choices’ for NSW amid per-capita recession worry
NSW families are being warned about tough decisions that must be made on government spending as inflation bites the country's largest employer.