Today
Trump picks former wrestling CEO as education secretary
Donald Trump says Linda McMahon will fight “tirelessly” to expand universal school choice; Anthony Albanese agrees to renewable energy partnership with India at G20. How the day unfolded.
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Yesterday
Cbus signs off on new CFMEU directors
The fund said all three directors had passed fit and proper person tests; James Packer backs “friend” Alan Jones amid fresh charges. How the day unfolded.
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This Month
Alan Jones charged with 24 offences against eight victims
NSW Police say media reports helped spur on Alan Jones investigation; Peter Dutton says foreign student caps are chaotic and confusing. How the day unfolded.
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Pro-Palestine activists drop plans to disrupt Myer’s Christmas window
Jacinta Allan accused the protesters of “politicising Christmas”; Former Liberal leader faces court on drug charges. How the day unfolded.
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‘We are far from perfect’: Cbus CEO apologises
Cbus chief executive Kristian Fok apologises for death and disability claim handling; Cbus chairman Wayne Swan pushed to attend inquiry. How the day unfolded.
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Trump picks Musk, Ramaswamy as heads of government efficiency
Donald Trump says Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy will lead the Department of Government Efficiency; “this will send shockwaves through the system,” Musk says. How the day unfolded.
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Flight slot rules ‘need changing’: Sydney Airport
Australia’s busiest airport is backing an overhaul of flight slot rules; Donald Trump tells Anthony Albanese their countries have a “perfect friendship”. How the day unfolded.
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Migration policy hijacked by unis and bureaucrats: McKenzie
Bridget McKenzie says Australia’s debate on migration needs refocusing; Malcolm Turnbull’s former son-in-law James Brown to run against Teal MP. Follow live updates.
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Powell signals readiness to defy Trump as ‘ice maiden’ chief of staff appointed
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell made clear he’s ready to defend the US central bank; Donald Trump names his new chief of staff. How the day unfolded.
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Anthony Pratt’s $469m payday from Trump victory
Pratt was a big winner thanks to a surge in global markets when Donald Trump was elected, but Gina Rinehart and Andrew Forrest took a hit. Follow live updates.
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Trump completes stunning victory as Wisconsin delivers him presidency
“We are going to make you very happy,” Trump says as Republicans take control of the Senate; Benjamin Netanyahu joins Anthony Albanese in congratulations; Iran’s currency slumps, Tesla surges. Follow live updates.
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The day the vibe changed for the Democrats
Joe Biden’s decision to step down changed everything for the election race; Donald Trump and Kamala Harris tie the first result as latest polls show Harris is slightly favoured to win. Follow live updates.
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Secret Service warning makes Harris move major rally
The rally site in Pittsburgh was deemed to be “unsafe”; Gretchen Whitmer lost the battle for vice president to Kamala Harris, now she might help her win the presidency. Follow live updates.
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Wong buys $3.4m Adelaide home
Penny Wong bought the property days before Anthony Albanese’s $4.3 million purchase; Pauline Hanson to appeal “racism” judgment against Muslim senator. Follow live updates.
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October
Dutton admits soliciting Rinehart’s private jet for domestic flight
Peter Dutton concedes his office directly asked Gina Rinehart’s office for jet use; Bridget McKenzie side-steps questions over flight upgrades. How the day unfolded.
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‘On track for a soft landing’: Chalmers cheers inflation drop
Jim Chalmers says headline inflation has returned to RBA’s target band; Biden suggests Trump supporters are “garbage”. How the day unfolded.
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Frustrated PM slams Aston, MPs over Qantas flight upgrades
Anthony Albanese attacked Qantas book author Joe Aston; PM’s upgrades may have breached ministerial code of conduct. How the day unfolded.
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No cost-of-living ‘free-for-all’ on back of Qld rout: Chalmers
Jim Chalmers pushes back against spending calls; Democrats project anti-Trump messages outside rally stadium; Donald Trump tells supporters to never surrender. How the day unfolded.
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Greens loss sends ‘big message’ to Bandt: PM
PM says voters rejected the Greens in Queensland because “they are starting to see through them”. How the day unfolded.
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Obama, Springsteen boost Harris as she warns of Trump consequences
Kamala Harris warns Georgia voters of “brutally serious” consequences if Donald Trump wins; Polls tighten in Queensland making shock Labor win possible. How the day unfolded.
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