Social housing for vulnerable Aussies to become reality
Work should soon start on thousands of social and affordable homes with a $10 billion housing investment fund set to pass federal parliament.
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Boys’ mistreatment prompts action on disability report
Five recommendations put forward by the disability royal commission will be adopted fully or in principle by the Queensland government.
Male colleague used to ‘breathe on my neck’: Andrews
As debate continues on new laws to improve the culture of parliament house, a former coalition government minister says she was harassed during question time.
Murder-accused councillor accepts suspension from job
A Queensland councillor accused of murder has accepted a suspension with pay after he was told to show cause why he should continue in his job.
Comm Games could be pushed to 2027 to find new host
Commonwealth Games organisers are considering delaying the event into 2027 to help a potential Australian host prepare, an inquiry has been told.
Nationals’ net-zero survives Barnaby-backed challenge
An attempt to strike the target of net-zero emissions from the Nationals policy has effectively been defeated as eyes turn to Barnaby Joyce's outspokenness.
G20 leaders agree on Ukraine, climate change statement
World leaders have reached an agreement in a declaration issued at the G20 summit following concerns they might not arrive at a consensus on the war in Ukraine.
Time for some sunlight through the clouds of aviation
The debate over Qantas' behaviour and the decision to reject extra flights for Qatar Airways have highlighted the need for greater scrutiny of aviation.
‘Historic’ deal to make NSW teachers nation’s best paid
NSW teachers have agreed to a deal with the government which will see them become the best paid in Australia for those in the top and starting pay brackets.
G20 ‘consensus’ on leaders’ declaration as summit opens
"It is time for all of us to move together," Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said as he opens the Group of 20 (G20) summit in New Delhi.
PM seeks swift resolution on EU free-trade agreement
Anthony Albanese has held talks on the sidelines of the G20 summit seeking to finalise a free-trade deal with the European Union by the end of the year.
PM says G20 stance on Ukraine invasion ‘strongest yet’
Anthony Albanese says the G20 had issued its strongest statement yet in denouncing Russia's invasion of Ukraine, following a new leaders' declaration.
Indigenous leaders keep faith amid slide in voice polls
More dire polling on the voice to parliament for the 'yes' campaign has not shaken Indigenous leaders, less than five weeks out from referendum day.
Labour force resilience to be tested as market softens
Fresh labour force numbers and a peek inside the business sector will dominate the economic agenda amid indications the jobs market is starting to cool.
Albanese to address regional stability at G20 summit
Anthony Albanese is expected to discuss regional stability and efforts to accelerate reaching net-zero emissions in an address to the G20 summit.
Postal voting for Indigenous voice referendum to open
Australians will be a step closer to the Indigenous voice to parliament referendum next month as postal vote applications open.
World stability at ‘critical juncture’, PM tells G20
Anthony Albanese has urged countries to come together to uphold the rules-based order during his final speech at the G20 summit in New Delhi.
All states but Tasmania set to vote ‘no’ on voice
Support for the voice to parliament have slumped to new lows on the day postal vote applications are expected to open for the referendum.
Blind spot in housing funding overlooks regional areas
Regional areas do not receive an equitable share of funding despite feeling the sting of the housing crisis, but a new bill is aimed at changing that.
Labor, Greens strike deal to deliver $10b housing fund
The Greens have struck a deal to pass the Albanese government's $10 billion Housing Australia Future Fund through parliament.
All states except Tasmania set to reject voice proposal
Support for the voice to parliament have slumped to new lows on the day postal vote applications are expected to open for the referendum.
‘Refreshed’ Palaszczuk returns, reveals medical episode
Queensland's premier believes she's the right person for the job following leadership speculation and says she's fine after revealing a medical episode.
Labor, Greens open doors to lock in $10b housing fund
The government's $10 billion housing future fund is set to pass through parliament in a deal with the Greens for more investment in social and affordable homes.
Foreign minister lauds Australia’s role in Russia flak
Debate is raging over the strength of international statements condemning Russia issued over a series of summits, including the G20.
Polling day locked in despite voice support slipping
Voting day has been locked in for the Indigenous voice referendum despite last-minute opposition pleas to scrap it as polls show falling support for the change.
Palaszczuk back to work and stamping her authority
Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has quashed leadership speculation about Queensland's Labor party, insisting she's the best person for the job.
Nationals net-zero row splits party, draws condemnation
Despite an unsuccessful bid to abolish the Nationals' commitment to net-zero emissions, the party's conservative elements have vowed to force a partyroom vote.
Spotlight on Palaszczuk as Qld parliament returns
The resumption of Queensland parliament is likely to signal more questions for the Labor government after recent leadership speculation.
Deal unlocks door to housing investment fund passing
A $10 billion housing investment fund is set to be debated in the Senate and passed by the end of the week after the government struck a deal with the Greens.
Protests grip Israel ahead of judicial reform ruling
Anti-government protesters have rallied at the Supreme Court ahead of a hearing on a bid by the governing coalition to curb the court's powers.
Consumers still cautious following RBA pause
Consumer confidence is still hovering well below long-run averages even with interest rates holding steady and a soft landing starting to materialise.