Beer, petrol and student loans: Nats sharpen poll pitch
Relief for Australians struggling with cost of living and cutting red tape for farmers have dominated a policy discussion within a National Party conference.
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NT land council elects new board after funding freeze
A Northern Territory land council has elected a new board, following concerns over its governance, operations and decision-making.
Melbourne Airport’s $3bn runway cleared for take off
A third runway at Melbourne Airport, aiming to quash flight delays and pump billions into the state's economy, has been approved by the federal government.
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Calls for ‘blinkered’ robodebt officials to face music
The federal public servants involved in the robodebt scheme broke the rules multiple times but some won't face sanctions because they have resigned or retired.
Tech giants who fail to protect scam victims in strife
Tech giants, banks and telcos could soon be fined up to $50 million for failing to protect scam victims.
Australia inks $660 million hydrogen pact with Germany
A hydrogen investment pact with Germany will support new commercial supply and access to the European market for the emerging industry.
Trump says he will end all taxes on overtime if elected
In a pitch to low-income workers in the US, Donald Trump says he'll cut all taxes on overtime, if he is re-elected president in November.
Biden to host Albanese, Quad leaders in his US hometown
US President Joe Biden will host a Quad summit in the state of Delaware with the leaders of Australia, India and Japan.
Higher aged care payments to boost quality, fairness
Reforms that will help older Australians to live at home for longer are also hoped to improve generational fairness and bolster aged care quality.
Diggers go ‘under the bus’ as top brass are unscathed
The general who oversaw Australia's operations in Afghanistan is under the spotlight after keeping his honours will some officers lost theirs.
Activists say ‘NO’ as Vic mulls weapons expo return
Victoria's treasurer has signalled a controversial weapons expo could return to the state despite days of protests some of which which descended into violence.
Miles makes voter pitch as parliament wraps before poll
Queensland's premier has made one last parliamentary pitch to voters ahead of October's election.
Aged care reforms home in on freedom for older Aussies
Aged and home care systems will receive billions of dollars in funding in a bid to improve living conditions for older Australians.
Downsizer tax break not ruled out under housing reform
The Property Council argues stamp duty is a major barrier for downsizers, while Victoria's premier did not rule out a one-off exemption to free up family homes.
Local business fears closure with no govt support
A battling small business owner has called for more Queensland government assistance as talks to provide tax relief for a major casino operator continue.
Commanders stripped of medals after war crimes inquiry
Up to nine Australian military commanders who held senior roles during the war in Afghanistan will be stripped of their distinguished service medals.
Cafe, pub splurge short-lived as consumer pain persists
Higher spending at hospitality venues in August was likely a blip as financial pressure on wallets is expected to stick around until 2025.
US election officials query postal ballot delivery plan
Preliminary estimates suggest 57.5 million US television viewers watched a presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris.
Liberals to double debt, delay budget surplus
The Tasmanian Liberal government's 2024/25 budget has pushed back a projected surplus and forecast net debt to double in four years.
Plan in train to stop violence against Indigenous women
A National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Family Safety Plan will be developed to address rates of violence against Indigenous women and children.
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Social media misinformation to be policed by watchdog
The communications watchdog will be given new powers to crack down on misinformation on digital platforms under proposed federal laws.
Crackdown on doxxing but hate speech law under fire
As the federal government comes under pressure on weakened hate speech laws, fresh penalties will apply for disclosing private information online.
Protesters return as leaders slam ‘disgraceful’ actions
Anti-war activists returned to the streets of Melbourne as political leaders slammed their roles in violent scuffles that broke out with police.
Biden, Harris, Trump and Vance visit September 11 sites
US President Joe Biden, former president Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris have stood together at ground zero to remember the September 11 attacks.
Children held in ‘inadequate’ watch houses for weeks
Watchhouses in Queensland being used to detain children are overcrowded, lack fresh air and privacy, the Inspector of Detention Services says.
Child protection probe promise after pedophile arrest
The Queensland opposition has promised an inquiry into the state's child protection system if it wins government after a man was charged with multiple offences.
Union pours fuel on sexism claims within fire service
Queensland's fire service is being scrutinised over allegations of sexism and bullying within the ranks.
‘Trump-style’ Latham defamed MP with explicit tweet
A tweet by controversial politician Mark Latham suggesting a political rival engages in "disgusting" sex acts has been deemed defamatory by the Federal Court.
Foreign student cap will lower living standards: unis
A higher education heavyweight says the major parties are undermining Australia's future prosperity for short term political gains by capping foreign students.
Children promised a say on social media age ban plans
Some young people will get around an age limit on social media but a ban is still needed to protect children, the prime minister says.
King Charles, Queen plan six-day Australia visit
King Charles and Queen Camilla will spend time in Sydney and Canberra as part of a six-day visit to Australia in October.