Treasurer warns vaping is hurting health and the budget
The treasurer says the switch to vaping is leaving a hole in the federal budget, but the "incredibly concerning" health crisis is the main priority.
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Dutton says voice will be a ‘new arm of the government’
A voice to parliament will be a new arm of government, cost billions to run and need thousands of new public servants, Opposition Leader Peter Dutton says.
Albanese optimistic on voice despite Liberal ‘no’ push
Anthony Albanese is confident the Indigenous voice will pass the referendum despite the opposition's decision to support the 'no' vote.
Renewable projects promise ‘cheaper, cleaner’ energy
An investment boost in Australia's renewable energy sector has resulted from the federal government's net-zero plan, but rising power prices still loom.
Queensland drivers renewing licences may face new test
Introducing online refresher courses is one of a number of strategies put forward by the Queensland government targeting road safety this year.
Call to put patients before profits in budget measures
Two peak medical bodies are at odds over solutions to soaring medicine expenses and a burdened health system, with patient well-being caught in the crossfire.
Voice would ‘lift quality of life for everybody’
Prominent Indigenous activist Jack Beetson is calling for unity in the voice referendum, saying a 'yes' vote would will bring Australia together.
Ardern’s critics bid adieu to ‘flake emoter’ PM
Jacinda Ardern's critics on the right and left have given brutal judgements on her prime ministership as she leaves New Zealand politics.
Former minister quits Liberals due to voice stance
Ken Wyatt, the first Indigenous person to be Indigenous Australians minister, has quit the Liberals after the party chose to oppose the Indigenous voice.
Marles: Australia can learn from NZ on Voice
Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles has labelled New Zealand "the place of global best practice" on First Nations issues on a visit to Wellington.
Liberals slammed for ‘mean and negative’ voice position
The Liberal Party is being criticised by Labor heavyweights, former Liberal ministers and prominent Indigenous activists over its decision to reject the voice.
AFP investigated over handling of Lehrmann rape case
Australian Federal Police is facing an independent probe due to complaints about its handling of Brittany Higgins' sexual assault allegations.
Trump, newly charged, calls for defunding of the FBI
Donald Trump has lashed out at investigators a day after facing court on criminal charges, demanding funding massive cuts for the FBI and Justice Department.
Australia’s largest solar farm close to operational
With more than one million panels generating enough power for 235,000 homes, Australia's largest solar project is nearly up and running.
Labor family cheer as Minns ministry takes reins in NSW
NSW's 47th premier has welcomed the state's first gender-balanced cabinet at an emotional ceremony in the ballroom of Government House.
Inland Rail project build blows out to $31.4 billion
An independent review into the Inland Rail project has revealed it faces serious problems, but the Albanese government is pushing ahead.
Don’t miss opportunity for reconciliation, PM says
Leading Indigenous academics and the prime minister are confident Australians will support a constitutionally enshrined voice, despite Liberal Party opposition.
NSW, NT, Tassie ban TikTok on government phones
TikTok has been banned from government devices in all states and territories except WA, after the Commonwealth prohibited the app.
Ardern takes conservation, extremism post-PM gigs
Prince William has tapped his friend Jacinda Ardern for a seat on the board of his conservation initiative, the Earthshot Prize.
Trump pleads not guilty to criminal charges in New York
Betraying little emotion, former US President Donald Trump has pleaded not guilty to 34 criminal charges in a Manhattan courthouse.
Ardern exits politics with climate rallying call
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern has finished her parliamentary career with a rousing call for commitment on climate change.
Locals disappointed after mining project given approval
Community members say their concerns have been ignored after a NSW mining project was given the green light despite more than 1000 letters of opposition.
RBA boss eyes more rate hikes, ‘way too early’ for cuts
The Reserve Bank has kept interest rates on hold, but governor Philip Lowe says there's a good chance the central bank will need to fire off more increases.
Trump charged with 34 counts in hush money scheme
Donald Trump has pleaded not guilty in a historic court appearance to allegations he conspired to use hush payments to illegally influence the 2016 US election.
Liberals urged to unite nation after pounding at polls
The Liberals are searching for answers following consecutive election losses, with Peter Dutton denying a key policy decision will lead to further defeat.
Labor ready for work with gender-balanced NSW cabinet
Newly elected premier Chris Minns says his government will pursue a treaty with Indigenous people as he unveils a trimmed-down ministry.
Judge weighs release of former spy’s jailing details
The reason why a former spy was secretly convicted and sentenced could be revealed as the attorney-general and the defence fight over what should remain hidden.
Trans advocate issues call to action: ‘Don’t be silent’
Actress, writer and transgender rights advocate Georgie Stone has urged all Australians to call out bigotry and stand up for LGBTQI rights.
Murdoch, Crikey slammed for ‘scorched earth’ squabbling
A judge has again ordered Lachlan Murdoch and Crikey's publisher into mediation, blaming pride and hubris on their "scorched earth" defamation tactics.
Liberal soul-searching begins after by-election loss
A historic defeat to Labor at the Aston by-election has left moderate Liberals questioning how they can make their party more appealing in modern Australia.
Closer to national gun register after ministers meet
The federal attorney-general and state and territory police ministers have agreed on the next steps to rolling out a national gun register.