Outspoken MP’s bold statement at ball
Never one to shy away from controversy, Lidia Thorpe arrived in a white gown with a phrase written across it.
Politics
D-Day in Bruce Lehrmann’s rape case
Bruce Lehrmann is expected to learn within hours whether he will stand trial for the alleged rape of a woman in Toowoomba back in 2021.
‘Coming days:’ Albo hints at Payman bombshell
The future of a rebel Senator who crossed the floor on Palestinian statehood will be revealed imminently, the Prime Minister told question time.
MP’s link to Barbie-hating religious TV studio
An “exiled” Labor senator has been linked to a controversial Islamic TV studio that branded the Barbie movie “dangerous” and “feminist propaganda”.
Bondi victim’s mum makes tragic plea
The mother of Jade Young, who was murdered in the Bondi Junction stabbing attack, has made a tragic and desperate plea for mental health reform.
$22.7bn bid to secure Aussie jobs
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has revealed how a $22.7bn policy to ensure Australia leads the renewable energy transition will be delivered.
‘Consistent’: Albo defends NATO no-show
Anthony Albanese has named his replacement and defended his decision not to attend the annual meeting of world leaders.
‘How do you live here?’: US host rips Sydney
Former Fox News host Tucker Carlson has weighed in on one of Australia’s most contentious issues, days after blasting a journalist as “stupid”.
Albo in fiery clash over rogue senator
The Prime Minister has had a fiery on-air clash with a TV presenter over the Labor senator who voted against the party.
‘Act of respect’: Rare honour for Katter
The father of the house Bob Katter will have his image immortalised, in a tribute to the maverick Queensland MP’s 50-year career in politics.
Grim sign fresh rate hike coming
The Reserve Bank has released the minutes from its June board meeting where it considered another rate hike. The discussion shows some storm clouds for homeowners.
Big promise to stop grocery prices rising
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has put major supermarkets on notice, with the Coalition promising harsh penalties and policies which could split up the duopoly.
‘United’: Caucus backs Albo on rogue senator
The federal Labor caucus has backed the indefinite suspension of Fatima Payman who says she’s been “exiled” from the party after crossing the floor.
Fresh blow for international students
Foreign students wanting to study in Australia have been hit with a hefty application fee as “rorts and exploitation” plague the system.
Porn trial targets social media giants
Social media giants will be asked to participate in a trial to prevent children from accessing porn or graphic violence online, it has been revealed.
‘Exiled’: Senator’s huge move after Albo’s ban
Labor Senator Fatima Payman says she is considering her future after she said she had been exiled by the party after being suspended from caucus.
Albo calls for memorial vandals to be unmasked
The Prime Minister and Opposition Leader have united in question time to condemn vandals who “desecrated” war memorials.
Barnaby’s one gripe after getting sober
Barnaby Joyce has revealed his one big gripe with sobriety after revealing he has quit alcohol and cigarettes for good.
Call for rogue senator to repeat act
The Nationals leader has called on a rogue Labor senator to cross the floor again to support her constituents – and Palestine.
Support for Albo, Dutton plunges
Voters are becoming increasingly fed up with both major leaders, the latest Newspoll shows, with Peter Dutton’s nuclear bid failing to garner support.
Aussie mortgages spike by $21,000
Australians are increasingly making a desperate move to try to lower the cost of their mortgage, as it’s revealed how much extra the average owner is paying.
All the big changes starting today
The start of the new financial year is here, and as always there are a raft of big changes kicking in.
Everything changing from today
From tax to minimum wage, the financial landscape for Australians will change dramatically from July 1. Here’s what’s coming.
PM banishes rogue senator from caucus
Anthony Albanese has taken swift action against Labor senator Fatima Payman after she vowed to vote against the government again.
‘Hit the sweet spot’: PM’s pledge on economy
Anthony Albanese says a range of measures coming into effect on Monday will help Australians with the cost of living and help ease inflation.
Why Albo won’t expel rogue senator
The first-time senator became the first federal Labor politician to cross the floor in 18 years; however, she likely won’t be booted from the party.
PM grilled on upcoming pay rise
The Prime Minister has been grilled on his salary ahead of his pay rise on Monday.
‘Broken’: Mum’s ‘worst nightmare’ revealed
A mother whose “brave little girl” died by suicide after being bullied has shared her heartbreak and the damage done by social media.
Iconic MP’s ‘regretful’ way to earn $200k
The iconic MP said he ‘wouldn’t touch’ a career as a politician for the money, after revealing he earns $200k and gets some lucrative perks.
Barnaby’s big claim on booze ban
Federal MP Barnaby Joyce has quit booze and shed 15kg after video of him rolling around in a gutter on a drunken night out in Canberra went viral.
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