DoorDash warns workplace bill will stifle worker choice
Food delivery platform DoorDash has hit out against new workplace laws, saying they will limit the freedom of workers on its platform.
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Human rights complaint made over detainee of 11 years
An official complaint to Queensland's human rights watchdog has been made over the "inhumane" treatment of a disabled man detained at a facility for 11 years.
The donor you know: Fiji PM rejects money with strings
Fijian Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says he won't accept funding with strings attached and will work with Australia as China flexes its muscle in the Pacific.
Big backyards could hold key to solve housing crisis
The humble granny flat could help deliver much-needed housing supply as shortages continue to push rents skyward.
Major spending cuts for country’s biggest council
Brisbane City Council has announced $400 million-plus spending cuts until June 30, with green bridge construction one of the major projects affected.
US judge bars Trump from criticising prosecutors
A federal US judge overseeing the 2020 election subversion case against Donald Trump has imposed a narrow gag order on him.
Voice failure won’t end progress on Indigenous issues
Progress on closing the gap for Indigenous people won't be impaired by the voice referendum failure, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says.
Regional council suspended over ‘serious deficiencies’
A regional Northern Territory council has been suspended for allegedly misusing funds and not providing adequate services to remote communities.
Ex-attorney-general lodges complaint against premier
Tasmania's former attorney-general has lodged a complaint against the premier, asking for him to be investigated for potential criminal breaches.
Hipkins to stay as NZ Labour leader, as Little resigns
Defeated Prime Minister Chris Hipkins says he is "not done with politics" and will stay as Labour leader - at least for the meantime.
Distrust, inequity, prejudice behind ‘no’ from the bush
Traditional conservatism and cost of living pressures played into the overwhelming 'no' vote from country Australia, political analysts say.
Victorian MPs to dodge scrutiny for past bad behaviour
Victorian MPs accused of inappropriate behaviour and misconduct will be probed by a parliamentary integrity commission, but it won't have retrospective powers.
Parliament integrity overhaul after Vic Labor scandals
Victorian MPs, ministers and parliamentary secretaries accused of workplace misconduct will be investigated through a long-awaited integrity commission.
Hipkins set to stay as NZ Labour leader, Little resigns
Defeated leader Chris Hipkins says he is "not done with politics" on his return to New Zealand's parliament after Labour's election loss.
Big cities have room for 655,000 extra granny flats
The humble granny flat could help deliver much-needed housing supply as shortages continue to push rents skyward.
Small hope for Aussies in Gaza as envoy seeks restraint
Australians in Gaza are being told to make their way to a border crossing in the hopes of a diplomatic breakthrough that would enable a humanitarian corridor.
Hipkins poised to stay on as NZ Labour leader
Defeated leader Chris Hipkins says he is "not done with politics" as he returns to New Zealand's parliament after Labour's election loss.
Gold Coast unveils bold bid to salvage 2026 Comm Games
Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate has revealed a bold bid to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games, three months after Victoria stunned organisers by pulling out.
Indigenous progress the focus after voice fails
Both sides of politics are pledging to focus on closing the Indigenous disadvantage gap after a referendum to constitutionally enshrine an advisory body failed.
Indigenous areas heavily backed the voice to parliament
Indigenous Australians Minister Linda Burney says the high Indigenous vote for the voice is a positive sign they want constitutional change.
Ex-WA MP James Hayward jailed for sexually abusing girl
Former WA MP James Hayward will spend at least 16 and a half months behind bars for sexually abusing a girl aged between six and eight.
Referendum defeat no obstacle to state-based bodies
State governments will continue down the path of enshrining their own Indigenous voice and treaty processes despite the emphatic defeat of the voice referendum.
Indigenous areas heavily backed voice, data shows
Figures have revealed ordinary polling booths with the highest proportion of Indigenous people voted largely in favour of the voice to parliament.
Post-election coalition intrigue in New Zealand
New Zealand prime minister-in-waiting Chris Luxon says he will wait until election results are final on November 3 before confirming his coalition government.
Australia stands by Israel in wake of Hamas attack
Anthony Albanese has led tributes in parliament to victims of the Hamas attacks against Israel, saying Australians were shocked by the incident.
Gold Coast launch bold bid to host 2026 Com Games
The Gold Coast has launched a bold bid to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games, just three months after Victoria stunned organisers by pulling out.
Palestinian envoy seeks help to broker Israel restraint
A Palestinian envoy is seeking help to urge restraint from Israel to prevent the death of innocent civilians in Gaza as Australia tries to get its citizens out.
NSW needs to ‘catch up’ on mental health services
NSW has fallen behind other states on mental health care and will take a significant funding boost to meet the needs of patients, a parliamentary inquiry heard.
Better protection for Australians’ online crypto assets
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has unveiled a proposal for legislation to better protect Australians using digital currencies.
More evacuation flights for stranded Aussies in Israel
More repatriation flights for Australians stranded in Israel have been secured as people are being warned the security situation could prevent future efforts.
Qld to continue on treaty path after referendum defeat
The Queensland government will continue working towards a treaty, with reconciliation and justice for Indigenous people after the Voice referendum was defeated.