More independents hose down push to toe the party line
A number of independent MPs have closed the door on a push to establish a teal political party in response to voters turning their backs on the establishment.
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Swing to government with by-election neck and neck
Early results in a state by-election indicate a swing towards the ruling LNP government in a race that will go down to the wire.
Hanson refuses to condemn volunteer’s extremist posts
The social media history of a prominent One Nation volunteer has been called into question as the party's victor from Farrer arrives in Canberra.
‘No more tests’: One Nation basks in by-election bliss
A historic by-election win for One Nation has sent shock waves through Australian politics, legitimising the party as a right-wing force.
One Nation claims historic win in litmus test poll
Hoots and cheers have rung out at One Nation headquarters as the party won its first lower house seat at a by-election.
Leader admits lost trust as by-election struggle looms
One Nation and an independent are in the box seat to claim the federal seat of Farrer after more than 70 years of being in coalition hands.
Pauline Hanson is considering a shock political move
Right-wing Senator Pauline Hanson has warned her opponents not to underestimate her as she mulls over making a big call on her political career.
Greens preference decision will backfire, pollster says
A former strategist turned pollster says a Greens decision not to direct preferences in a by-election is likely to inflict brand damage on the party.
Liberals take key by-election win ahead of state poll
The Liberals have claimed victory in a key Victorian by-election seeing off a challenge from one nation and a strong independent candidate.
‘Brand damage’ risk as Liberals preference One Nation
An ex-Liberal prime minister has slammed the party's decision to preference One Nation in the Farrer by-election as a pollster warns of possible brand damage.
Posters at dawn: election day signage rule to end duels
Labor has proposed a ban on polling place signage before 6am to stop an election day "arms race" which it says is dangerous to volunteers, and hated by voters.
By-election sparked by MP’s death ignites fuel debate
A by-election date has been confirmed after an MP's sudden death, triggering debate about a state government's handling of the fuel crisis.
Fourth seat likely, but One Nation faces new challenge
One Nation is on the brink of securing a fourth seat in a state election, but political analysts warn a history of instability is the party's biggest challenge.
Labor clinches second term as One Nation surges at poll
Labor has stormed to a huge win in South Australia, as One Nation hopes its historic second placing translates into seats.
National eyes on election where there is a second prize
Intense political interest is focused on which party can secure second place in a state election in which almost half of voters have already cast their ballots.
Leaders clash but absent One Nation looms large
A state liberal leader has come out guns blazing in the final debate before a state election, despite opinion polls showing her party facing an historic loss.
Keto comeback: Palmer promises another yellow avalanche
Clive Palmer has told Australians to prepare for billboards, banners and junk mail as he is set to make another tilt for parliament in the 2028 election.
‘Hyper-Australia’: Nationals leader targets One Nation
The new leader of the Nationals has outlined his plan to take on One Nation after being elected to the top job following David Littleproud's shock resignation.
‘Buggered’: emotional Nationals leader makes shock exit
David Littleproud says he hasn't got the drive to continue as leader of the Nationals as the first contender to replace him throws his hat in the ring.
‘This is a stunt’: Hanson rebuked after Muslim remark
Firebrand senator Pauline Hanson has dismissed a censure against her by the Senate as an attack on One Nation following her rise in the polls.
Rules questioned as ex-Liberal leader eyes return as MP
A political comeback attempt by a former Liberal leader with a drug conviction faces challenges as both major parties say they will preference him last.
‘Absolute dream’: candidate’s hope for sex abuse reform
As politicians prepare for a hotly contested federal by-election, an independent reveals her hope for big reforms to protect child sexual abuse survivors.
Ley delivers parting shot as hotly contested seat opens
Ousted Liberal leader Sussan Ley has fired a shot at her successor, welcoming the "immediate re-adoption" of her policies as the battle for her old seat begins.
Benched MP flew with Palmer during coalition split
Billionaire Clive Palmer flew a senior Nationals senator on his private jet to discuss electoral support when the regional party had split from the Liberals.
Liberals pin hopes on housing to turn fortunes around
Angus Taylor has put housing front and centre of his priorities as the newest leader of the federal Liberal Party.
Challenger in hot seat as leadership showdown looms
Sussan Ley is rapidly approaching what could be her last day as opposition leader, with Angus Taylor poised to take over the Liberal Party's top job.
Liberal leadership challenge looms after key meeting
Would-be Liberal leader Angus Taylor is being urged to make his ambitions public before a likely challenge.
Japan’s PM on track for vote blizzard in winter poll
Japanese voters have cast their ballots in an election expected to hand the nation's first female leader, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, a resounding win.
Rival leaders dig in as clock ticks on coalition deal
Neither Liberal leader Sussan Ley nor Nationals counterpart David Littleproud are willing to cede ground as prospects of an imminent coalition reunion diminish.
Liberal MP rules himself out of leadership challenge
Andrew Hastie will not contest a potential leadership challenge against Sussan Ley, after saying he does not have the numbers for a move.
‘Not personal’: MP breaks ranks in leadership battle
Liberal frontbenchers are standing behind their leader but one MP has publicly declared his hand ahead of a potential spill in the coming weeks.