Cash reward proposed for blowing whistle on corruption
Australia's top legal and ethical minds are working outside the box to increase government accountability as the public loses trust in politicians.
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Trump visits cops, military in DC amid crime crackdown
Donald Trump has claimed, without a shred of evidence, that deploying more police and National Guard officers in Washington DC has led to a drop in crime.
Residential care costs could blow out to $7b a year
Unless there is immediate reform, residential care for vulnerable children could cost taxpayers $7 billion a year, the leading safety body warns.
Court clears former Thai PM in royal insult case
A Thai court has acquitted ex-leader Thaksin Shinawatra of insulting the monarchy, the first in a series of key verdicts facing his powerful political dynasty.
Moscow stonewalling on leaders summit: Zelenskiy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has accused Moscow of stalling on plans for a meeting between him and Vladimir Putin.
Childcare reforms count on tech too much to stop abuse
Childcare workers will be placed under greater monitoring and supervision but experts say deeper issues within the sector are enabling predatory behaviour.
Nationals vow to take nuclear policy to next election
David Littleproud has detailed the four key policies that led to the Nationals splitting from the Liberals, as he vows to take nuclear to the next election.
Big ideas to fix housing left untouched at roundtable
Plans to improve housing supply have emerged from the productivity roundtable, but economists say they won't fix the biggest issues affecting affordability.
Why Australian AI regulation could be a legal patchwork
Artificial intelligence may not be governed by a single, dedicated law in Australia but experts say changes to several existing laws could offer protection.
Trump threatens more US cities with federal takeover
Critics have slammed US President Donald Trump's purported claims about crime in America's big cities as "unco-ordinated, uncalled for and unsound".
Massive turnout for Gaza expected despite bridge ban
Hundreds of thousands of demonstrators are gearing up for nationwide rallies calling for action to stop the bombing of Gaza as a court bans a bridge protest.
Japan and South Korea’s leaders promise closer ties
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has held his first full summit with Japanese leader Shigeru Ishiba in Tokyo, where they pledged closer co-operation.
Thousands flood cities demanding action on Palestine
Hundreds of thousands of protesters across Australia have called for greater sanctions against Israel and an end to its bombardment and occupation of Palestine.
Pause on new regulations to fast track building homes
A pause in new regulations on construction standards will aim to have homes built faster under changes stemming from the productivity roundtable.
Zelenskiy celebrates Independence Day with Canadian PM
World leaders have pledged their support for Ukraine on the nation's Independence Day, including Canada's prime minister, who attended a ceremony in Kyiv.
Tax perks on super for retirees ‘deserved’: treasurer
As the government considers tax changes to give younger generations a break, concessions on super for retirees are still fair, Jim Chalmers says.
Clashes as asylum protests take place across the UK
Police have clashed with protesters in multiple cities across the UK amid continued tension around accommodating asylum seekers in hotels.
Child sex offenders to be known in public registry
New laws will allow parents in one state to search for child sex offenders who live nearby but some groups say the changes could do more harm than good.
Kyiv has struck a nuclear power plant: Moscow
Russia has accused Ukraine of drone strikes that sparked a fire at a nuclear power plant in the Kursk region.
‘Sick and tired’: Gaza protests ramp up pressure on PM
Anthony Albanese has downplayed Canberra's ability to influence Israel after hundreds of thousands of Australians rallied for peace in Palestine.
Housing bubble warning as deposit scheme fast-tracked
House prices could surge and mortgage defaults rise when a government scheme to help first home buyers begins ahead of schedule, experts warn.
‘Bizarre’ push to drop net zero sets up coalition clash
An effort to repeal the net zero emissions target has highlighted internal opposition divisions over climate change as Labor is urged to do more.
Youngest senator describes battle with depression
Australia's youngest senator celebrated her 21st birthday on election night, and has laid bare her journey to the nation's federal parliament.
‘Pains me to the heart’: MP fears NDIS autism changes
Anxious parents of autistic children are urging for adequate supports to be in place as proposed changes to the disability scheme take communities off-guard.
Death of journalists in latest Mideast attack condemned
Press freedom organisations and the United Nations have condemned the deaths of five journalists in Gaza following the Israeli strikes.
‘Broken’ nature laws fast-tracked but details up in air
Tougher nature protections are promised as the government tries to steer long-stalled law reforms into the fast lane, but it's not clear how they will pass.
Mail mess as Australia Post stamps out US deliveries
Businesses are counting the cost of Australia Post suddenly suspending many deliveries to the US and Puerto Rico because of import tariff rules changes.
MP jailed for misleading kickback probe, then bailed
The former partner of pandemic-era premier Gladys Berejiklian has walked from court soon after being sentenced to 10 months in prison for misleading ICAC.
Pacific nations make passionate plea amid climate fears
Countries on the climate crisis' frontline have called for investment and partnerships to build resilient infrastructure in a heartfelt plea for help.
Lost trust prompts swift overhaul for childcare checks
A state premier has promised to overhaul childcare safeguards after admitting parents' trust has been shattered by "horrific" allegations of abuse.
Labor axes leader after horror election, power-grab bid
A state Labor opposition leader has been replaced after an election defeat and a limp attempt to take minority power.