Cloud over major projects after NSW ministerial scandal
Several projects in the NSW Hunter region are under review following a minister's resignation over his family's property interests.
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Aussies need treaty explained to them, says opposition
Anthony Albanese needs to be up-front and honest about the possibility of a federal treaty with Indigenous people should the voice succeed, the opposition says.
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.
Lehrmann inquiry report to be released after media leak
The ACT government will release the findings of an investigation into Bruce Lehrmann's rape trial after the report was given to various media outlets.
Rich Aussies might have to pay for aged care with super
Wealthy Australians might need to save a portion of their superannuation to pay for their own aged care as the government looks for ways to fund the sector.
Liberal senator sues former staffer Brittany Higgins
Liberal Senator Linda Reynolds is suing former staffer Brittany Higgins over two social media posts.
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.
Qld green light for ‘game-changing’ car immobilisers
Thousands of people have joined an engine immobiliser trial, with the Queensland government hoping the thief-busting devices will be made mandatory nationwide.
Insurance costs, claims under microscope after floods
Insurance affordability and the handling of claims after devastating floods in several states in 2022 will be examined in a parliamentary hearing.
Prosecutors signal they’re aiming for quick Trump trial
Legal scholars says US prosecutors are aiming for a fast trial against former president Donald Trump by not naming or charging six alleged co-conspirators.
Heat on premier to front probe into Games dumping
Victoria's decision to cancel hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games will be put under the microscope after the state government lost a key vote.
Boost for welfare payments as calls grow for more
Welfare recipients will get an increase in their payments after key legislation passed federal parliament.
Calls for child abuse registry after ‘horrific’ case
Better information-sharing between jurisdictions could be introduced after a childcare worker was charged with 1623 child abuse offences.
Minister pledges to take the sting out of fire ants
Out of the pan and into the fire ants, Queensland's agriculture minister is adamant a battle to contain the invasive pests is being won.
NSW minister quits, misconduct claims referred to ICAC
The NSW government has lost its first minister after Tim Crakanthorp failed to disclose his wife and in-laws' substantial property interests.
Wrong trains figure a stuff up, not cover up: minister
A Queensland minister has sought to clear the air over a train contact announcement that led to claims the government was hiding a $2.4 billion cost blowout.
Andrews tried to conceal report findings: ex-IBAC boss
Daniel Andrews' claim that a corruption report made no findings against his government was disingenuous, the former boss of Victoria's integrity watchdog says.
Sudan authorities seek to re-arrest Bashir-era leaders
Sudanese politicians and the Rapid Support Forces have accused leaders who broke out of prison in the early days of the war of trying to regain power.
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.
Push to end driving fear for medicinal cannabis users
Roadside drug laws are particularly harsh on rural and outer suburban people who cannot use public transport, but proposed laws could change that.
National on track to govern in latest New Zealand poll
New Zealand Labour's popularity is sinking, with one pollster saying their result in a Roy Morgan poll is the worst by an incumbent government in 32 years.
‘Light shone so brightly’: chopper victims remembered
The families of four ADF members who died in a helicopter crash during a military exercise in Queensland have delivered moving tributes to their loved-ones.
UN holds off Great Barrier Reef ‘danger’ classification
Australia has declared no one else cares more for its great natural wonder, as the UN gives the government more time to demonstrate reef protection efforts.
Home affairs detention contracts under scrutiny
Offshore detention contracts will be audited under an independent review following recent claims they were mismanaged by the Department of Home Affairs.
Push for lawmakers to weigh up climate impacts on kids
Independent senator David Pocock wants the government to consider the harm additional pollution caused by fossil fuel projects will have on children.
Stubborn inflation hangs over challenging rates call
The end of the interest rate hikes may be in sight but the next cash rate call won't be an easy decision, with high inflation proving hard to knock over.
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.
Liberals won’t stand in the way of welfare rise: Dutton
Despite the opposition saying the money would be better spent on incentivising work, it won't stand against a rise in benefit payments for welfare recipients.
Shakespearean defence launched against corruption probe
A former councillor and property developer being examined by a corruption probe have launched a colourful defence, insisting nothing inappropriate happened.
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.