‘No justification’: minister seeks tariff breakthrough
Ahead of a possible meeting between Anthony Albanese and Donald Trump at the G7, the trade minister says he's still optimistic of tariffs being removed.
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Republicans laugh off Musk attack on Trump’s tax bill
Republicans are backing Donald Trump's signature tax bill after stinging criticism from Elon Musk and an analysis showing it will blow out US debt.
Nurses warn pink protest for better pay could escalate
Nurses have begun industrial action calling on a state government to come to the table with a better pay deal.
NRL goes for gold, kicks off 2032 Games inclusion bid
The NRL is punting on talks with Brisbane Olympic organisers to include a rugby league format in the 2032 Games sport program.
Australia, Indonesia agree to joint military exercises
Australia and Indonesia have agreed to conduct joint air force and naval drills following talks in Jakarta.
Trump, Xi agree to more talks to settle trade disputes
US President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping have spoken at a time when stalled tariff negotiations have roiled global trade.
Ex-premier tips Liberal leadership change to avoid poll
Rather than face a fourth election in seven years, a former premier believes a state Liberal party will change leaders in a bid to retain power.
Trump not interested in Musk talks after bill feud
A rumoured call between US President Donald Trump and Elon Musk hasn't happened, with Trump saying he's "not even thinking about" the billionaire.
Trump not interested in Musk talks after bill feud
A rumoured call between US President Donald Trump and Elon Musk hasn't happened, with Trump saying he's "not even thinking about" the billionaire.
Steelworks sale on track despite hit on state budget
The sale of a steelworks is tracking better than expected after a state government handed down its no frills budget.
‘A new path’: independent turns tables in recount scrap
A teal independent has been declared the winner in the electorate of Bradfield by a tiny margin after a recount, but her Liberal rival is yet to concede defeat.
Productivity pickle a top priority for upbeat treasurer
Falling interest rates and Australia's competitive advantages are reasons for optimism, says the treasurer as he sets his sights on improving productivity.
‘Sad day’ as state faces fourth election in seven years
Ousted in a no-confidence vote, Tasmania's premier will seek re-election amid a backlash over budget debt, bungled new ferries and a contentious stadium plan.
Voters forgo sugar-hit as law and order tops budget
A pre-election budget has few sweeteners for voters as a state government focuses on boosting its law and order credentials with a $395 million package.
Putin warns ‘Russia has to respond’ to Ukraine attack
US President Donald Trump says he has spoken to Russian President Vladimir Putin in a call that lasted an hour and 15 minutes.
So assertive: Liberal women rebuke party elder for jibe
A former party president's crack about Liberal women now being "so assertive" has sparked a wave of rebuke from within coalition ranks.
Liberal premier in crosshairs, fresh election possible
A Liberal state could be heading for a fresh election, with its minority premier vowing to fight on in the face of a no-confidence motion he is set to lose.
Higher US tariffs on steel and aluminium kick in
In a move that has reignited trade tensions with key allies, United States President Donald Trump has doubled tariffs on steel and aluminium imports.
Animal advocates shoot down bill for enabling ‘yahoos’
Environmentally-minded MPs have savaged a bill to establish a bounty program to kill feral animals and expand hunters' rights as empowering a "fringe minority".
‘Go back to drawing board’: 2032 planning laws slammed
The clock is ticking for the 2032 Olympics but critics say laws that will help ensure Brisbane Games projects are built on time will set a dangerous precedent.
Economy stalls as private sector fails to pick up slack
More rate cuts might be needed to boost Australia's fragile economy with soft household consumption figures contributing to stalled growth.
Wage rise not enough for lowest-paid workers: union
Australia's lowest-paid workers still won't have a liveable income despite an upcoming annualised 3.5 per cent boost in the minimum wage, trade unions say.
South Korea’s new president vows economic revival
Lee Jae-myung has triumphed in South Korea's election, ending months of turmoil triggered when impeached president Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law.
Bombshell defection boosts Labor’s majority in Senate
Greens senator Dorinda Cox has defected to Labor, saying her values better aligned with the government despite having heavily criticised its policies.
Unions hail pay boost for millions of low-paid workers
Workers on minimum award rates will be given one of the highest above-inflation pay increases in history to help redress falling living standards.
US gives countries deadline for trade offers: report
A letter suggests the US government will evaluate responses of trading partners and offer "a possible landing zone" that could include a reciprocal tariff rate.
Lee Jae-myung projected to win South Korea presidency
Opposition leader Lee Jae-myung is being projected as the winner of South Korea's presidential election with around 50 per cent of the vote.
‘Serious test’ for Greens as senator defects to Labor
The Greens will need to decide what they stand for, as the minor party is accused of having lost its way after a second Indigenous senator quits its ranks.
Tobacco tax queried as high prices drive black market
Experts are backing a premier's call to rethink a tobacco tax that has driven Australia's cigarette prices to world-leading levels and created a black market.
Supermarket giant acts on ‘appalling’ worker conditions
Migrant workers fear deportation if they speak up about their poor workplace, with Woolworths uncovering 'unliveable' housing conditions in its supply chain.
‘Strong campaign’: One Nation doubles in size in Senate
Pauline Hanson's One Nation has picked up a surprise fourth seat in the Senate, equalling the party's best result in parliament.