Lambie party gets third seat in Tasmania’s parliament
Senator Jacqui Lambie's party has picked up a third seat in Tasmania's parliament as preference counting following the state election continues.
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Killed aid worker’s family backs war crimes probe
The family of an Australian aid worker killed in Gaza are backing a war crimes investigation, as the government slams claims her death was a product of war.
Indigenous anger as govt rejects justice reform calls
The government's response to recommendations from an inquiry on child protection and criminal justice have been panned by Aboriginal and human rights groups.
Sam Mostyn named as Australia’s 28th governor-general
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced "exceptional leader" Samantha Mostyn AO as the next governor-general of Australia.
US and Chinese presidents discuss Taiwan, Ukraine
US President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping has discussed Taiwan, artificial intelligence and security issues in a phone call.
Higgins, Sharaz ‘planned’ political attack, court told
Senator Linda Reynolds' defamation claims against her ex-staffer Brittany Higgins and now-fiance David Sharaz have edged closer to going to trial in Perth.
Lehrmann case to reopen to test drugs and other claims
Untested allegations that Seven Network reimbursed Bruce Lehrmann for drugs and sex workers will be examined by the judge who will decide his defamation case.
Calls to complete Inland Rail to Queensland
The Queensland Government remains resolute that the 1700km Inland Rail project must reach Brisbane amid delays in approvals and funding.
Further counting to finalise Tasmania’s new parliament
Preference counting is continuing in Tasmania to determine the final make-up of the new parliament which is set to deliver another Liberal minority government.
ADF member recovering after Israel-Lebanon border blast
An ADF member deployed in a peacekeeping operation is recovering after being injured in a blast during a routine patrol of the Israel-Lebanon border.
Rich deal to send Aussie armoured vehicles to Germany
A $1 billion defence deal with Germany is expected to create hundreds of Aussie jobs, with Anthony Albanese touring a military manufacturer to spruik the pact.
Messages of forgiveness as Australia marks Easter
Messages of forgiveness and renewal featured throughout Easter messages and religious services, as volunteers served feasts to those who are doing it tough.
Questions over ALP’s detainee ‘deportation or jail’ law
The Greens are again arguing against Labor's plan for laws aimed at forcing detainees determined not to be refugees back to their home countries.
Wage review should consider tax cuts: retail bosses
The retail sector wants the workplace umpire to be more conservative as it considers the size of the next annual pay rise for millions of low-paid workers.
ADF member injured in blast on Israel-Lebanon border
A serving member of the Australian Defence Force has been injured in an explosion on the Israel-Lebanon border, the Defence Department has confirmed.
Reserve Bank’s shift to neutral likely to be reinforced
The central bank will be in the spotlight this week, when high ranking officials give policy speeches and the minutes of the last rates meeting are released.
Easter is reminder of importance of forgiveness: PM
In his 2024 Easter message, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has underlined the importance of forgiveness, grace and kindness to those in need.
SA uncorks support to bolster wine exports to China
The SA government has unveiled a package to help winemakers return to China's huge market with the lifting of punitive tariffs.
First voice to parliament decided after votes counted
The vote counts have been completed and the 46 members of South Australia's Indigenous community have been elected to the parliamentary advisory body.
Tajikistan detains nine over Russian concert massacre
Nine people detained in Tajikistan are suspected of having links to a massacre at a Russian concert hall and the militant group that claimed responsibility.
No interference in Indonesia elections: Prabowo lawyers
President-elect Prabowo Subianto's lawyers have told a court there was no state interference in last month's election.
China drops heavy tariffs against Australian winemakers
China has abolished heavy tariffs on Australian wine that were imposed at the height of diplomatic tensions in 2020.
Fiji PM orders removal of Chinese police officers
Fiji's Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says he has ordered the repatriation of Chinese police officers.
Swift blip hides weak consumer that bodes well for RBA
Cost-of-living pressures are forcing consumers to rein in their spending across most goods and services to afford one-off cash splashes.
Premier bullish on stadium despite unclear parliament
Tasmania's premier is confident stadium plans attached to the state's AFL licence can progress despite an election delivering a hung parliament.
Fears Alice Springs youth curfew could inflame tensions
Tensions are simmering on Alice Springs' streets as an emergency curfew takes effect, with critics of the response saying it could make the situation worse.
Victorian tobacco licences to smoke out ‘dodgy’ sellers
Victoria will become the last state to adopt a tobacco licensing scheme in a bid to combat dodgy outlets selling under-the-counter cigarettes.
Solar largesse shines on coal industry in sunset
Australia's former fossil fuel hubs could play a significant role in the nation's energy transition as the government makes a major manufacturing commitment.
Sally Capp to stand down as Melbourne lord mayor
Melbourne Lord Mayor Sally Capp, who led the city through the dark days of the COVID-19 pandemic, is quitting after six years in the top job at town hall.
Olympic chiefs play down Brisbane Games progress fears
Time is on the side of organisers for the Brisbane 2032 Games and there is no need to panic over progress, the International Olympic Committee says.
Home builders want training costs reflected in pay call
The minimum wage decision should take into account the cost of training workers to plug skills gaps, a key home building lobby group says.