Crack down on construction union clears final hurdle
The CFMEU has signalled it could challenge new laws forcing it into administration for at least three years, as parliament agreed to pass the reforms.
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Biden hails Harris as the future in emotional farewell
President Joe Biden has delivered a valedictory speech to the Democrats' convention, saying "I gave my best to you" as he passed the torch to Kamala Harris.
Blood, sweat and fears: laws may not protect workers
Changes to Australian privacy laws may not stop employers from requesting invasive medical tests with little explanation, a report has found.
Unlikely allies gather to call full-time on betting ads
A Labor minister and a Liberal backbencher have called for a complete ban on gambling advertising as the government remains tight-lipped on its policy.
Scaffold crumbles on construction union crackdown law
Hopes new laws would put the construction union into administration quickly following allegations of organised crime links have been dashed as talks stall.
Push to stop Lawyer X compensation claims hits skids
A bill stopping compensation claims over the use of lawyers as police informants at the height of Melbourne's gangland war could be doomed to fail.
Murdered Indigenous women, kids ‘got little justice’
An inquiry into missing and murdered Indigenous women and children wants a review into policing practices across the nation, after handing down a final report.
‘Mind-boggling’ nomination failure sparks Liberal upset
The NSW Liberal Party director is defying calls to resign after "incompetence" left more than 130 candidates off upcoming election ballots.
Mutual defence pledge as ‘warfare’ moves to cyberspace
The changing nature of war has led to a revamp of an Australia-New Zealand security pact as the trans-Tasman partners work to bolster each other's defences.
Murdered Indigenous women, kids report ‘demands action’
Parliament is being urged to "put some teeth" into action recommended by an inquiry into missing and murdered Indigenous women and children.
Building costs in the frame for ongoing housing crisis
The Reserve Bank says it is closely monitoring the housing shortage, but dismisses reports a construction union is to blame for escalating costs.
Amazon tests AI for audiobooks but new rules are coming
Amazon is testing AI-generated voices for audiobooks in the absence of guidance, its executives say, as government officials reveal AI rules are in the works.
Trump slams Harris’ record at rambling press conference
Donald Trump has blamed Kamala Harris for the inflation that has caused the price of everyday goods to rise during President Joe Biden's term in office.
Liberal train wreck just the ticket for minor parties
The NSW Liberal Party has wrapped up a calamitous week by appointing a new state director after the predecessor was sacked for not submitting nomination forms.
Cost question remains after Qld deal with Rio Tinto
The Queensland government has struck a deal with mining giant Rio Tinto to keep a major aluminium smelter open but the question of cost remains.
NZ pushes to enter exclusive AUKUS security pact
Australia is open to bringing close partners and allies to a close-knit security pact as it works with the US and UK to build cutting-edge military tech.
Origin Energy eyes gas imports, longer life for Eraring
Electricity and gas giant Origin Energy warns Australia will need to import gas to meet domestic demand and taxpayers may have to pay to burn coal for longer.
PM calls for calm after Dutton urges Gaza visa ban
The prime minister says Opposition Leader Peter Dutton is sowing '"fear and division" after calling for a visa ban on people fleeing Gaza.
Thai court dismisses PM over cabinet appointment
The Thai Constitutional Court has further shaken up the country's politics by removing Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin from office over an ethical violation.
Germany asks Poland to hold Nord Stream ‘diver’ suspect
Media reports say German investigators believe a Ukrainian diver was part of a team that was behind the mysterious Nord Stream pipeline blasts in 2022.
Senator had ‘heated debate’ over Higgins, court told
A senior staffer of Linda Reynolds has told a defamation trial the senator and her then chief of staff disagreed on how to handle Brittany Higgins' situation.
Trump attacks ‘stupid’ Harris, allies want new message
Donald Trump has resumed his personal attacks on Kamala Harris' intellect that many allies and donors had hoped he would ditch.
Coalition eyes wresting back teal seats as polls narrow
The major parties are neck and neck in fresh polling as the Nationals leader claims the coalition can still win government in its own right.
Demand for assisted dying grows, but barriers remain
A growing number of terminally ill Australians are choosing voluntary assisted dying, but legal hurdles have made access difficult.
‘I couldn’t get away’: calls for total gambling ad ban
Constant exposure to advertising is changing Australians' relationship with sport and a former addict has called for a total ban on gambling ads.
Latest AUKUS agreement offers ‘escape’ route for US, UK
Australia will have to legally protect the US and UK from nuclear risks arising from AUKUS, with both countries able to pull out of it under a new agreement.
‘Not who we are’: premier condemns far-right protest
Queensland's premier has labelled "abhorrent" a march through Brisbane in an apparent far-right protest where four men were arrested and one charged.
Ex-PM reveals huge attacks toll cost Reynolds ministry
Ex-prime minister Scott Morrison says Linda Reynolds was removed from the defence portfolio because Labor's prolonged political attack injured her.
FBI investigates alleged hack of Trump campaign by Iran
Iran has denied it hacked the presidential campaign of Donald Trump, as the former president returns to X to be interviewed by Elon Musk.
Backflip on age laws to quell alarm over youth crime
Victoria's axing of a promise to raise the age of criminal responsibility to 14 has been praised by police but rebuked by Indigenous, legal and youth advocates.
If all bet ads are off, give us a break: Free TV
Commercial television networks struggling with revenue will face further financial pain if all gambling advertising is banned, free-to-air channels say.