‘Fix this’: New rules after chauffeur scandal
Tough new rules have been brought in for politicians after a scandalous chauffeured wine trip took down transport minister Jo Haylen.
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Shock resignation rocks NSW government
Jo Haylen has resigned her position over damaging allegations that she repeatedly used her taxpayer-funded government driver for personal trips.
‘Shocker’: Premier admission on MP’s car use
More revelations about the Transport Minister’s liberal use of ministerial cars are a “shocker” and one particular trip is “indefensible”, the NSW Premier says.
Heartbreaking truth behind happy photo
One group of Australians are being tragically failed, with some having taken their own lives before ever being able to receive the support they need.
Cost of keeping bulk-billing clinics open
Bulk-billing GPs have walked away with more $2m in payroll tax rebates in just three months as part of a bold plan to keep clinics open.
Broken promises on Chinese buses: Union
Plans to build more than 100 “flatpack” buses from China in one Australian state has drawn the ire of a powerful transport union.
‘Shocking’: Council moves to hike rates 111pc
Sydney residents are facing an “appalling” rate rise of 111 per cent to help pay off $51 million for a botched project.
Key questions after MPs’ ‘boozy’ lunch
A Liberal opposition leader has been grilled over his use of taxpayer-funded drivers after calling for two Labor MPs to be sacked over a “boozy lunch”.
Minns not to blame for caravan sh*tshow
NSW Premier Chris Minns has copped a lot of flack about the PM being left in the dark about a terror plot – but he’s the wrong person to blame.
‘Unsettling’: Dutton’s call on ‘terror’ caravan
Opposition leader Peter Dutton has called for an independent assessment of a communications breakdown involving the PM over a failed Sydney terror plot.
Premier’s plea as investigation ramps up
The NSW Premier has vowed no stone will be left unturned after a “deeply distressing” spate of alleged hate attacks across Sydney.
Police to start patrolling Jewish schools
In a stark illustration of Australia’s escalating anti-Semitism crisis, police in one state will begin patrolling Jewish schools to keep kids safe.
Huge update after puberty blocker pause
A review of trans healthcare for young Aussies has been announced in the same week one state paused the use of puberty blockers for children.
‘Ethnocide’: Fury erupts over Russian war doc
Ukraine’s ambassador has called for a controversial documentary film depicting Russian soldiers at war to be pulled from an Aussie film festival.
Bloated council exposed by damning pic
A cash-strapped council that says it has to raise rates by 40 per cent to fund a $40 million hole has a long history of “incompetence”, locals say.
Bloated council pays 111 staff $25 million
Eye-watering salaries at a council where the CEO earns nearly as much as the PM have been slammed after a vote to raise rates by 40pc.
Anti-Semitic attack near primary school
A home near a Jewish primary school is among the latest targets in a spate of anti-Semitic attacks sweeping an Australian city.
Aussie politician’s BBQ explodes in his face
A former police and transport minister has revealed he nearly lost his sight in a ‘traumatic’ gas bottle explosion at his home.
Dutton fires brutal shot at Albo’s $4m home
Peter Dutton has mocked the PM’s decision to snap up a $4 million clifftop mansion with a brutal stick figure sketch.
16 charged as ‘Neo-Nazis’ crash protest
A man has been charged with displaying a Nazi symbol as alleged neo-Nazis gathered just a few blocks from an anti-Australia Day rally in Adelaide.
Push to scrap ‘unfair’ $250 parking fee
A new push is underway to scrap “unfair” rules forcing renters to fork out up to $250 just to park near the beach in an affluent Aussie area.
No end in sight to state’s doctor crisis
More specialist doctors have walked out from one state’s troubled public health sector in an industrial relations war. And more look set to quit.
Ousted Liberal’s vow to unseat Bowen
Best known as the ex-Liberal who attempted to sue former prime minister Scott Morrison, Matt Camenzuli will now attempt to unseat Chris Bowen.
Aus Day safe after rail unions’ backdown
Millions of commuters have been saved from further train chaos over the Australia Day long-weekend after the rail unions made a key concession in the latest court stoush.
Unions slash demands ahead of court clash
Details have emerged of a new offer the rail unions have made to the state government to end ongoing commuter chaos affecting millions.
Plea to psychs ahead of walkout threat
Mental Health Minister Rose Jackson called on psychiatrists to remain in their jobs ahead of an expedited arbitration hearing with the independent umpire.
Big change after Hunter Valley bus crash
Sweeping new changes will be implemented for all buses and coaches nationwide after the 2023 fatal Hunter Valley bus crash.
Crucial deal could end NSW rail chaos
After an ongoing pay dispute led to transport chaos across Sydney, a crucial deal that could end the standoff between the unions and transport officials seems closer.
Drastic measure ahead of psych walkout
The workplace umpire has been called in to intervene as one state faces an “unprecedented” mass walkout of key hospital staff.
Dutton backs huge lunch tax break
There’s no such thing as a free lunch, but Aussies could soon enjoy tax deductible ones in an elected Coalition government.
Grim call on spate of anti-Semitic attacks
The NSW Premier has made a grim admission about the spate of anti-Semitic attacks gripping Sydney, flagging possible changes to the law.
$1bn upgrade for major Western Sydney corridor
The federal and New South Wales governments will each fork out $500 million to upgrade to a major transit corridor in Western Sydney.
Gladys’ pick topples Mundine for key seat
The tech executive backed by former NSW premier Gladys Berejiklian has won preselection for a crucial blue ribbon Liberal seat.
Threat holding Australia to ransom
The latest chaos with Sydney’s rail network has exposed a gaping flaw that allows Aussies to be held to ransom as unions pressure governments for better deals.
Racist graffiti targets Arabic community
Racist graffiti has been sprayed in a predominantly Muslim community, with a senior Albanese government minister condemning the act as “horrific”.
‘Evil at work’: Jewish leader’s call
A Jewish community leader whose former home was targeted by anti-Semitic vandalism has shared his fear if Aussies fail to condemn the “terrorists” behind the act.
Breakthrough on train crisis after shock call
Industrial action that has crippled Sydney’s train network has been put on hold under an interim order following a legal showdown between the NSW government and rail unions.
Find another way to get home right now
Commuter chaos gripping Sydney could continue for “at least the rest of the week” after a key issue was left unaddressed amid renewed industrial action.
‘Mass resignation’: State days from ‘disaster’
The health system in one Australian state is on the verge of going “off a cliff” with more than half of this workforce set to quit.
Offer to end rail dispute as chaos looms
An offer to end a long-running pay dispute has been made public as one state’s powerful rail union prepares for further industrial action that will disrupt commuter travel.
‘Offensive’ audio sparks festival walkout
Attendees of a Sydney Festival performance have been issued refunds after an audio recording some deemed “deeply offensive” sparked walkouts.
Plea over ‘devastating’ walkout threat
Federal Health Minister Mark Butler has warned a possible mass walkout of one state’s hospital psychiatrists would risk “devastating consequences”.
Group of Aussies eligible for $140m fund
One state is offering motorists the chance to claim back money on tolls, with $140 million remaining unclaimed in rebates.
Doctors: Health minister’s spat the dummy
Doctors in one state have hit back after the Health Minister pleaded for psychiatrists to not quit in days, saying he’s “spitting the dummy when no one wants to work for them”.
‘Shabby’: Major change coming to schools
More than 800 public schools in one state are set to undergo a suite of changes amid claims of an “unacceptable” backlog of works.
Commuters warned of more train delays
More train delays could be on the cards, as a rail union is set to launch further industrial action, with members “getting frustrated”.
‘Clear the deck’: Wild call on Australia Day
Controversy continues to dog the contested date of Australia Day, and two Aussie historians say there’s only one real solution.
New rules loom after horror road toll
The safety of newly licensed motorcycle riders will be in the spotlight of proposed changes after another horror year on one state’s roads.
David Pocock reveals major life update
It’s the first glimpse fans have been given of the Pocock family’s newest member since their pregnancy announcement earlier this year.
Beloved Sydney reverend’s shock revelation
Reverend Bill Crews says many people who used to donate to his charity are now putting their hands up for help, as thousands sought a free meal on Christmas Day.
Breakthrough behind NYE train deal
A crucial concession by the rail unions paved the way for Sydney’s famed New Year’s Eve fireworks to go ahead, the state’s Transport Minister has revealed.
Major update in state’s rail strike drama
One of NSW’s most powerful unions has issued a major update ahead of a huge proposed rail strike that would threaten New Year’s Eve celebrations.
‘Sort this out’: Union under fire on NYE strike
A senior federal minister has weighed in on the looming New Year’s Eve train strike in Sydney, which authorities warn could endanger hundreds of thousands.
Chaotic scenes as city gripped by rail dispute
Commuters have been ensnared in further chaos as they head to two major Christmas events amid industrial action that resulted in hundreds of train services being cancelled.
Grim warning on busiest travel day
Strikes are threatening to plunge holiday travel plans into chaos, as one major airport braces for possibly record-breaking numbers.
Outrage over Plibersek’s coal mine move
Outrage is building after Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek approved three new coal mine extensions – one fellow MP calling the decision “despicable”.
What Sydney train strike means for you
More than 200 work bans could be reinstated by the rail across Sydney’s sprawling network from Thursday.
‘Save lives’: State’s major drug call
The huge call is set to ‘reduce harm and save lives’ and follows mounting pressure from experts surrounding the state’s drug summit.
Latham calls for details of MP’s sex life
A lawyer for controversial MP Mark Latham has called for an openly gay Sydney MP to reveal details of his sex life after a crushing defamation loss.
Moment politician hit with sprinkler
An Australian politician was caught in the wrong place at the wrong time after getting hit by rogue sprinklers during a hilarious on-air interview.
‘Life support’: Fears of mass exodus of Drs
One state’s public mental health services could soon slip into crisis as more than 150 psychiatrists threaten to quit their jobs over an ongoing pay and staffing dispute.
Aussies warned of Christmas ‘catastrophe’
Aussies in one state are being warned to brace for a “catastrophe” this Christmas after hundreds of rail workers voted to strike.
Iconic Sydney night-life strip disappearing
A barrage of troubles have left irate business owners along one of Sydney’s most famous streets enduring “years of misery and despair”.
Firebrand US pundit scores big visa win
Free speech advocates are celebrating a visa win for controversial right-wing American firebrand Candace Owens.
‘Enough tragedies’: Why state must act
The call comes as experts issue a grim warning that tragedies are “on the table” if one key demand isn’t addressed.
ABC’s bizarre question on anti-Semitic attack
NSW Premier Chris Minns’ statement about the anti-Semitic attack in Sydney has been questioned by an ABC broadcaster.
Wild corruption claim hits Rex Airlines
Australia’s corporate watchdog has announced stunning allegations of corruption against the directors of embattled airline company Rex.
Tears in street after anti-Semitic attack
Emotional scenes have broken out following an anti-Semitic attack where cars were set alight and properties vandalised.
Retiring MP doubles down on Teal ’con job’
After confirming he would not contest his blue-ribbon seat, the veteran Liberal MP doubled down on his rant against the independent outfit.
Showdown set over train strike threat
An injunction barring the combined rail union from further industrial action will remain in place ahead of a showdown in court over the city-shaking strikes.
Albo’s boast after ‘shenanigans’ on new laws
Australia has effectively passed some of the world’s strictest regulations for social media use, which will put teens and social media giants on notice.
Uber driver waves ‘gun’ outside parliament
An Uber driver has learnt his fate for brandishing a water pistol that resembled a Glock firearm near the NSW parliament.
Warning for Sydney train commuters
Despite the Federal Court granting the injunction on Sunday night, commuters can expect some delays and cancellations.
Huge update in Woolies strike drama
Supermarket giant Woolworths has delivered a huge update in the ongoing strike drama that left customers facing empty shelves.
PM visits synagogue in closed-off meeting
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has met privately with Jewish members at a Perth synagogue one day after the firebombing of Adass Israel.
Sydney MP’s bombshell election move
A Federal MP whose seat was axed by the electoral commission has dropped a bombshell about her future in parliament.
Ex-Lib leader’s coke ‘King’ son walks free
The son of NSW’s first Liberal leader has walked free after being sentenced for supplying drugs on the dark web under the name ‘AusCokeKing’ in exchange for crypto.
’Misleading’: Minns blasted on Rosehill deal
A report into the proposed Rosehill Racecourse redevelopment has slammed NSW Premier Chris Minns and cast doubt on the scheme’s viability.
Albo’s $21m bid to create 400 new jobs
The Prime Minister will make the announcement during his 24th visit to Western Australia, with the state crucial to Labor’s hopes at the next election.
Dutton vows to scrap controversial project
The Opposition Leader has pledged to cancel a controversial scheme as the Coalition looks to wrestle a prized NSW seat from Labor.
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