Treasurer allays recession fears as economy slows
While key government bodies don't expect the economy to go backwards, Australians have been warned to prepare for a global slowdown.
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‘Axis of evil’: Housing bill delayed amid fiery debate
Debate on the $10 billion Housing Australia Future Fund has been pushed back until October in a major blow to the government.
Voice referendum cleared with fiery debate and applause
Australians will vote in a referendum later this year to recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and enshrine an Indigenous voice in the constitution.
NSW financial woes to be laid bare as budget looms
NSW Treasurer Daniel Mookhey will deliver an economic statement to parliament, updating the state's finances after deferring the budget until September.
Vaccine ‘game changer’ to use needle-free skin patches
A Queensland biotech firm will lead efforts to create a needle-free skin patch allowing people in remote areas to be vaccinated without medical staff.
Liberals down but not out as Dutton rallies troops
Peter Dutton has acknowledged the Liberal Party is facing "dark times" but promises to lead it to success at the next federal election.
Labor pledges $2b extra housing support as bill stalls
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese upped the ante on public housing spending, announcing a $2 billion fund as the Greens block a key election promise.
Russia summons Australian envoy over Canberra lease
Russia has summoned the Australian ambassador to protest the scrapping of a land lease in Canberra for an embassy and says relations are "at an all-time low".
Victorian senator David Van resigns from Liberal Party
Victorian senator David Van has resigned from the Liberal Party, claiming he has not been afforded procedural fairness over misconduct claims.
Action against Senator David Van was ‘decisive’
Victorian senator David Van has resigned from the Liberal Party following allegations of misconduct towards female colleagues but he will remain a senator.
Labor details state breakdown of its housing fund pie
The federal government has revealed how it will distribute its $2 billion Social Housing Fund Accelerator payment to Australia's states and territories.
Country will ‘rise to the occasion’ on voice: Burney
Ahead of the final parliamentary vote to set up the Indigenous voice referendum, Linda Burney says she's confident Australia will get around the 'yes' vote.
Blinken in China for rare trip amid frosty ties
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has started two days of high-stakes diplomatic talks in Beijing aimed at trying to cool exploding US-China tensions.
Retiring MP sets stage for Stoker political return
Queensland opposition MP Mark Robinson won't contest the next state election, potentially paving the way for former senator Amanda Stoker to stand for the LNP.
No negotiations on Hobart stadium deal: new AFL boss
Incoming AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon says Tasmania's slated entry into the league in 2028 could be pushed back if stadium construction is delayed.
Push to stop ‘arms race’ in federal election spending
Addressing record high election spending, donor transparency and introducing donation caps are among a wishlist of reforms to improve integrity in politics.
Councils to plug into $100m energy efficiency fund
A $100 million fund will be set aside for the nation's local councils in a bid to make key community facilities more energy efficient.
Casino tax claims and cover-up land Crown $20m fine
Crown Melbourne has been fined $20 million for wrongly claiming tax deductions and trying to conceal their nature in another blow for the casino giant.
Father’s Port Arthur grief shaped Australian history
Letters between a grieving father and the prime minister that proved pivotal in Australia's modern history will go on display at the national museum.
LNP attacks consultants, vows public service changes
Queensland's opposition leader has vowed to empower the public service and end the government's "obsession" with consultants as he made the LNP's budget reply.
Indigenous senators speak out as referendum takes shape
Parliament has all but passed laws setting up the Indigenous voice referendum, as senators debate the final form the public vote will take.
Dutton urges Van to quit parliament over allegations
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has confirmed further allegations have been brought against Liberal senator David Van, calling on him to quit parliament.
Premier admits concern for health of Queensland Speaker
Labor powerbrokers were so concerned for the health and wellbeing of Queensland Speaker Curtis Pitt they were forced to intervene.
Former senator accuses Van of inappropriate touching
Former senator Amanda Stoker has accused Senator David Van of inappropriately touching her during a parliamentary gathering.
Truck drivers protest at Aldi over safety standards
Transport workers are protesting at Aldi stores as the union says the German supermarket giant is putting drivers under pressure.
Floods, cyclone put New Zealand in slender recession
New Zealand experienced a shallow recession after two quarters of negative GDP growth to March 2023, according to data released by Stats NZ.
Security fears leave Russian embassy plans in ruins
Russia will not be allowed to build an embassy near Canberra's Parliament House over security concerns, with parliament quickly approving the ban.
Italy farewells Berlusconi on contested day of mourning
The Italian government's decision to honour former prime minister Silvio Berlusconi with a national day of mourning has sparked controversy.
Voice would be nothing but window dressing: Thorpe
Independent senator Lidia Thorpe has hit out against the voice referendum, saying the body would be a powerless advisory group.
‘Well and truly time’ to make symbols of hate a crime
People who display Nazi insignia or the Islamic State flag could face prison time as part of proposed reforms to Australia's criminal code.
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Gas code promises secure supply at ‘reasonable’ prices
A code of conduct will be imposed on gas producers to avert future price shocks for consumers but the industry fears it could stymie investment in new supply.