Scott Morrison first ex-PM to be censured
Scott Morrison has become the first former prime minister to be censured by federal parliament over his secret appointments to multiple ministerial portfolios.
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India free trade gets new year green light
The Australia-India free trade agreement has got the thumbs up from India, clearing the way for the removal of taxes on 90 per cent of Australian goods exports.
How Dan Andrews won a third term
As the 2022 Victorian election campaign moved into its final days late last week, the consensus within the major parties, various community independent candidates, new little parties furious about lockdowns, and the mainstream media was that the election was a referendum on the premier, Daniel Andrews.
PM backs NBL’s Indigenous player rule
The NBL's Indigenous player rule has drawn praise from the prime minister, who says they're leading the way in promoting First Nations within their sport.
Life monitoring for some Qld sex offenders
Recidivist child sex offenders will be subject to monitoring and reporting for the rest of their lives under new laws in Queensland.
Ex-MP Maguire charged over visa scheme
Gladys Berejiklian's former boyfriend Daryl Maguire has been charged with criminal conspiracy over an alleged visa fraud committed while he was an MP.
No Aust trip or summer wedding for Ardern
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has eschewed her regular holiday in Australia this summer, deciding to holiday at home.
SA releases industrial manslaughter laws
South Australia's Labor government has released draft legislation to make industrial manslaughter a criminal offence paving the way for jail sentences.
Morrison to face rare parliamentary action
Federal parliament is set to invoke a rare censure motion against former PM Scott Morrison over the way he secretly appointed himself to ministerial portfolios.
Nationals MPs break ranks to support voice
An outspoken Nationals MP and the WA party have reaffirmed support for the Indigenous voice to parliament, despite the federal party opposing the referendum.
Consumer sentiment lifts for third week
Consumers are heading into the festive season a little more confident, but almost a quarter of families will be going into debt to fund festivities.
Rail strikes to end as NSW govt makes deal
The NSW government has finally cut a deal with the rail union to modify a fleet of trains after months of bitter negotiation and strikes.
Vic’s Daniel Andrews three times a winner
Daniel Andrews and Labor have won a third term in government in Victoria, with the premier welcomed to cheers of "four more years" as he claimed victory.
Scott Morrison defends secret ministries
Scott Morrison has defended his multiple secret ministries following the release of a report on the scandal.
Labor wins third term in Vic election
Labor will govern in Victoria for a third term, with Premier Daniel Andrews leading his party to victory at the state election.
Guy optimistic in face of Vic poll defeat
Opposition Leader Matthew Guy has conceded defeat in the Victorian election, his second loss to Labor Premier Daniel Andrews.
History for Andrews, exit for Guy in Vic
A victorious Daniel Andrews has vowed to govern for all Victorians as his opponent Matthew Guy prepares to stand down as Liberal leader.
Labor seals Senate deal for workplace laws
The Albanese government says stagnant wages will rise after it reached a deal with crossbench senator David Pocock to pass its signature workplace laws.
PM lashes anti-Andrews ‘scare campaign’
Anthony Albanese says Daniel Andrews survived a scare campaign against him to win in Victoria as federal Liberals pledge to learn from their party's defeat.
Vic Lib leader contenders yet to commit
Victorian Liberal Leader Matthew Guy will step down after a second crushing election loss, paving the way for a clean transition once seats are finalised.
Workplace laws set to pass parliament
The government's industrial relations laws look set to pass parliament following a deal with crossbench senator David Pocock.
Challengers emerge in Vic Lib leadership
Warrandyte's Ryan Smith and Berwick's Brad Battin have put themselves forward for the Liberal leadership as will John Pesutto if he wins Hawthorn.
Workplace laws will be ‘win-win’: Albanese
The federal government's industrial relations laws look set to pass parliament following a deal with crossbench senator David Pocock.
RBA sorry for interest rate predictions
Reserve Bank boss Philip Lowe has admitted language around the 2024 interest rate forecast was not clear enough and apologised for the miscommunication.
Censure motion against Morrison
Anthony Albanese says parliament will move to censure former prime minister Scott Morrison, but the motion will not be supported by the opposition.
Community sport on a losing streak in NSW
Young people wanting to play sport in NSW are turned away or forced to drive for hours because there are not enough playing fields, pools and sports courts.
Nationals to oppose Indigenous voice
The Nationals will not support efforts to enshrine an Indigenous voice to parliament in the constitution, threatening the chances of a referendum passing.
Millions to go into debt to fund Christmas
Christmas is always an expensive period and this year households are feeling the pinch, with one in four going into debt to fund festivities.
Nationals opposition not voice ‘deathblow’
Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus says he doesn't believe the Nationals opposing an Indigenous voice to parliament will kill off the proposal.
Pensioner concessions to free up housing
New laws encouraging pensioners and welfare recipients to downsize their homes and free up stock for younger families have been passed by parliament.
DV inquiry impacts Qld police recruitment
The Queensland government admits reporting sexism, racism and misogyny in the police force has impacted the ongoing recruitment drive.