Push to flush drug decriminalisation is dead on arrival
The federal Liberals are pushing to overturn ACT drug decriminalisation laws after claiming they would be a Canberra "tourism attraction''.
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Labor’s housing breakthrough after tense negotiations
A deal with the Greens has allowed Labor to pass its signature $10 billion social and affordable housing policy through parliament.
Colonisation had ‘positive impact’: Indigenous senator
Indigenous senator and prominent 'no' campaigner Jacinta Price claims colonisation has not had any ongoing negative consequences for First Nations people.
Union boss issues warning after Qantas court decision
Australian businesses have been warned unions are ready to mobilise against unfair work conditions after a High Court ruling against Qantas.
Indigenous voice critic points to ‘better’ alternative
With the referendum debate growing increasingly spiteful, 'no' campaign leader Jacinta Nampijinpa Price will set out an alternative approach to the voice.
Cost-of-living focus in NSW budget as dam project axed
Stretched households have been told they can expect more help as the NSW government prepares to deliver its first budget since the election.
Accused rapists to be named after state changes old law
Identity protections for people charged with serious sexual offences in Queensland have been scrapped after changes passed state parliament.
Victims call for changes to crime-tackling committees
People affected by youth crime in Queensland want more say in how the state government deals with the ongoing issue.
Defence ‘going through motions’ on veteran suicides
Australia's defence leaders have been accused of failing to sufficiently respond to an unfolding "national crisis" of veteran suicides.
Watchdog seeks law change after court blocks report
Queensland's anti-corruption watchdog is calling for law changes to allow it to continue releasing "vital" reports following a High Court ruling.
Former minister referred to anti-corruption commission
An inquiry into links between ex-minister Stuart Robert and a consulting firm has asked the national anti-corruption commission to take over the investigation.
Corruption watchdog launches first two investigations
The National Anti-Corruption Commission has revealed it has launched two full investigations and five preliminary probes.
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Insurers demand action on risks to stay above water
The financial hit from catastrophes may have dropped over the past 12 months but insurance premiums keep rising, an industry report shows.
‘Yes’ campaign leader calls in lawyers after Insta post
Indigenous leader Marcia Langton says Peter Dutton must remove a post accusing her of branding voice 'no' voters as racist and stupid because it's a lie.
Housing fund to pass as fight for renter rights goes on
A $10 billion fund that will be used to build thousands of social and affordable homes is set to become a reality after garnering support from the Greens.
US House Speaker McCarthy seeks Biden impeachment probe
Republican US House of Representatives Speaker Kevin McCarthy says committees will gather evidence of possible financial misconduct by US President Joe Biden.
Putin and North Korea’s Kim talk Ukraine and satellites
President Vladimir Putin has held a summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un at a new space launch station in Russia's Far East.
Children’s Commissioner resigns after compensation ask
Colleen Gwynne demanded compensation after the NT government spent more than $260,000 trying to prosecute her for abuse of office.
Cosmetic cowboys face fines with new surgeon laws
Strict protections over the title "surgeon" have been passed by Queensland's parliament to crack down on doctors falsely advertising qualified cosmetic surgery
Court challenge to Netanyahu’s judicial overhaul begins
Israel's Supreme Court has opened the first case to look at the legality of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's contentious judicial overhaul.
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.
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.
Crossbenchers fire up over support for first responders
The inclusion of changes to protect first responders and domestic violence survivors in Labor's workplace bill has been labelled a "cynical ploy".
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.
‘Emergency Situation’ declared for major NT bushfire
An anxious wait continues for the 3000 residents of Tenant Creek as a mega-blaze looms on the outskirts of the town.
Defiant Palaszczuk brushes off leadership taunts
Annastacia Palaszczuk insists she can "absolutely" deliver stable government, firing back at opposition attacks on her leadership as parliament resumes.
Businesses trundling along, despite consumer caution
Australian businesses are still faring relatively well but consumers remain fearful, despite the interest rate hiking cycle drawing to a close.
Teaching degrees offered for free to battle shortage
Victoria will make teaching degrees free for the next two years as long as students go on to work at state-run high schools in a bid to stem shortages.
North Korea’s Kim in Russia amid US warnings on arms
Kim Jong-un has arrived in Russia after leaving Pyongyang on his private train, ahead of an expected meeting with President Vladimir Putin.
Woman Liberal MP’s treatment ‘appalling’: minister
As debate continues in the Senate on new laws to improve workplace culture, a former coalition government minister alleges she was harassed in parliament.
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.