Labor’s next move on euthanasia
Terminally ill people in two parts of Australia have received some huge news from Labor after a 25-year ban on assisted dying.
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US ambassador’s message to Australia
Washington’s new representative in Canberra has outlined her top priority after presenting her credentials to the Governor-General.
Albo’s message to Labor troops
Anthony Albanese has issued a rally cry to his colleagues, telling them to break the “inertia” left by the former government.
Penny Wong explains mystery injury
The Foreign Minister has returned to Parliament House in Canberra with an unusual injury.
‘Never’: Top doc’s claim on PM mask call
Australia’s Chief Medical Officer says he’s “never” given advice to the PM on one crucial element in the mask mandate debate.
ScoMo skips parliament for overseas trip
Former prime minister Scott Morrison has announced he will ditch the first week of parliament in favour of an overseas trip.
Pocock’s wishlist for major new law
The former Wallaby turned independent senator could decide the fate of a major new law that will impact every Australian.
State with strongest economy revealed
Tasmania has lost its crown as the nation’s best performing economy after one state rocketed to the top of the charts.
John Barilaro in scuffle with film crew
Former NSW deputy premier John Barilaro has broken his silence about the political scandal he’s engulfed in after a confrontation with a cameraman.
‘Explain’: Albo urged to shut border
The Prime Minister has been urged to shut the border to Indonesia as fears grow over a virus that could wipe out a key industry.
‘Extreme’: Builders fear big change
Aussie builders have come out swinging against “extreme and unnecessary” changes to the construction industry.
Albo refuses to shut border
Despite rising concerns over a foot and mouth outbreak on Australian shores, Anthony Albanese says closing the border is not the answer.
Government to abolish ‘ridiculous laws’
A senior Minister has promised to strip back the controversial powers of a watchdog, labelling some of its rules as ‘ridiculous’.
PM slams Coalition’s election day actions
The former Morrison government ‘trashed convention’ with its election day boat reveal, the Prime Minister says.
Albo calls for lifting of China sanctions
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has called on China to reverse its sanctions against Australia, saying there was ‘no justification’.
‘Disgraceful’: ScoMo’s government slammed
The Morrison government has been told to ‘hang their heads in shame’ and ‘apologise’ over a major election day issue.
‘Help’: Aussie activist claims arrest in UK
An infamous Aussie human rights activist claims he was arrested in the UK over a fake bomb threat sent by China.
One thing making Covid worse
Health experts have criticised the Albanese government for its handling of the Covid-19 pandemic as cases surge in combination with flu season.
Minister says ScoMo responsible for boat saga
Australia’s former home affairs minister says Scott Morrison told her to issue a statement about the interception of an asylum seeker boat on election day.
$63 gift shop item sparks telling revelation
In a tacky gift shop on the other side of the world, they sell Bibles with a small but unique feature. It carries immense meaning.
Texts revealed in election day ‘stunt’
A report into the interception of a foreign vessel on election day has laid bare the frantic text messages between senior government officials.
‘People are furious’: Bombshell texts exposed
A damning report has shed new light on an election day drama, with an explosive string of text messages being made public.
Ten journo outs himself after slap down
A Ten News reporter has responded after the new US ambassador chastised him for speaking over a female colleague at a press conference.
One thing China has learnt from Russia
A US military veteran has warned Australia that China has spent the last decade learning one “aggressive” tactic from Russia.
Hosts clash over ScoMo’s ‘astonishing’ move
Waleed Aly has come to the defence of former prime minister Scott Morrison after he was blasted for a sermon on the weekend.
‘I’m happy to’: Politician’s bizarre offer
Accusing the government of being “asleep at the wheel” over the threat of foot and mouth disease, Bridget McKenzie made a striking offer.
Frydenberg’s new job after shock loss
Josh Frydenberg has landed himself a new gig after he was sensationally booted from the federal parliament two months ago.
‘Dehumanising’ words spark new mum’s fury
A new mum being offended by two words on an official form has led to swift action from the government.
Why Albo won’t budge on election promise
The Prime Minister has put one group on notice ahead of parliament’s return, insisting he will not back down on one major election promise.
PM blasts ‘astonishing’ ScoMo move
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has shot down “astonishing” claims made by the nation’s former leader in a church sermon.
RBA boss’ vow that sparked uproar
Australia’s Reserve Bank Governor told Australians late last year to go out and borrow. That might have led us up the garden path, writes Samantha Maiden.
No premier has backed mask mandate
Despite doctors urging Aussies to wear face masks amid rising Covid-19 cases, no state premier has backed plans for a mandate.
PM’s warning to RBA on interest rates
Anthony Albanese has told the Reserve bank not to “overreach” with inflation rates as families struggle with rising prices.
‘Astonishing’: PM hits out at ScoMo
Anthony Albanese has hit out at his predecessor for his ”astonishing” claims about government and the United Nations during a sermon.
‘Urgent threat’: Chilling warning on China
Australia is facing another security threat on its doorstep as China increases its presence in the Indo-Pacific.
Major employers advise working from home
Two of Australia’s biggest employers are advising staff to work from home over concerns about rising Covid case numbers.
Job Australia is most desperate to fill
Some vital industries are crying out for workers, with the government making a huge pledge to overseas skilled workers.
Albo’s blunt response to abortion question
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has delivered a point-blank response to a question about abortions in Australia.
Albo’s big call on $750 payment
Days after it was announced the $750 Covid payment would be reinstated, Anthony Albanese has revealed his future plan for the handout.
‘Tough’: PM’s blunt message on wages
Anthony Albanese has delivered a stern message to Australian workers struggling to keep up with the soaring cost of living.
‘Negligent’: Kochie’s rate rise fury
Sunrise host David Koch has laid into the RBA, suggesting the central bank was “negligent” in the timing of its rate increases.
Julie Bishop reveals her risque texts
She may have recently broken up with her long-term partner, but Julie Bishop still knows her way around an eggplant emoji.
Sex workers’ message to Premier
Sex workers in one state are urging their Premier to take immediate action on massage parlours and brothels.
‘Depressing story’ triggers urgent promise
A senior minister has made an urgent promise to every Australian in response to a “depressing story” in a bombshell report.
Sad downfall of famous Aussie icon
A shocking new report has prompted urgent pleas to do more to protect Australia’s unique wildlife, including this unique creature.
Covid crisis triggers urgent change
Australia has recorded more than 50,000 cases of Covid-19 in the past 24 hours, triggering an urgent shift in official health advice.
Top economist calls for new Aussie tax
A Nobel prize-winning economist has called for the Australian Government to introduce a new windfall tax, claiming it is a “no-brainer”.
Five stunning words from former PM
Former prime minister Scott Morrison popped up to give a sermon at a church over the weekend. Five words in his speech said it all.
Push to stop Canberra ‘jobs for mates’
One of the new teal independent MPs has outlined her plan to stamp out the “jobs for mates” culture in Australian politics.
Issue with rising Indigenous population
The steady rise in the number of Australians identifying as Indigenous is, on its face, a good thing. But it comes with a tricky twist for governments.
Hidden cost facing young Aussies
Millions of debt-strapped young Aussies are battling cost of living increases on top of rising costs of going to university.
Fears 17yo Aussie boy killed by ISIS
The “heartbroken” family of an Australian teenager believes he has died in Syria after an Islamic State attack.
Bizarre detail in ScoMo’s church sermon
Scott Morrison has spoken about “God’s plan” during a church sermon, but it was one line about “trust” that really stuck out.
Huge Covid rule change not ruled out
Anthony Albanese has slapped down a call to slash the Covid-19 isolation period, insisting now is not the time for change.
‘Confronting’: Treasurer’s grim warning
Jim Chalmers has issued a chilling message on debt and told Australians to brace for some “confronting” budget figures.
Bishop’s terse response to break-up question
Former foreign minister Julie Bishop had a terse response when asked on the Today show about her break-up with her longtime boyfriend.
Australia’s demand to China
Australia has called on China to end an unofficial ban on a key export in what would be a huge step in repairing international ties.
Julie Bishop’s surprise new job revealed
The former foreign minister has shared her next big career move in a hilarious new video with surprise Hollywood heavyweights.
Political ‘jobs for mates’ culture slammed
The extent of a rising ‘jobs for mates’ culture on boards and tribunals has been revealed in a scathing new report.
PM lashed over major Covid-19 decision
Anthony Albanese has been lashed after he announced several major changes to Covid-19 policies after an emergency national cabinet meeting.
‘Absolutely critical’: Covid peak warning
As Australia braces for an onslaught of Covid cases, the Prime Minister announced the worst is still to come.
Fears as Covid cases surge across Australia
Tough restrictions could soon return in Australia as the country grapples with a spike in Covid-19 cases.
Albo’s major $750 Covid payments U-turn
The Prime Minister has rushed forward an emergency national cabinet meeting on the escalating Covid-19 crisis from Monday to Saturday.
Albo signs off on $750 Covid payments
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will sign off on $750 Covid payments after calling an emergency meeting of national cabinet.
Albo’s first move back in Australia
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has pounced on an “absolute priority” after flying into Australia from overseas this afternoon.
Next step for Australian nuclear subs
Defence Minister Richard Marles has confirmed Australia’s nuclear-powered submarines have taken their next big step.
Harsh reason China may lift Aussie ban
After a two-year ban, China may be ready to buy Aussie coal again — and there’s a brutal reason why it may be ready to back down.
’Makes nothing but sense’: Albo slammed
Anthony Albanese has doubled down on his claim that sick casuals don’t need leave payments as he faces his first major test as Prime Minister.
NSW’s Covid move shames Albo
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is facing considerable backlash after reversing a big Covid decision as cases rise across the country.
Legend gobsmacked by netball reveal
Cash-strapped Netball Australia has been blasted for leaving money on the table after the government floated a handout.
Morrison lays blame for China fight
Scott Morrison has laid blame for tensions between Australia and China in a speech where he spruiked his Covid response as world class.
Porter faces $500k in costs after failed appeal
Former attorney-general Christian Porter has lost an appeal in the Federal Court over the court’s decision to remove his lawyer from his defamation case.
Major new plan to break China’s dominance
The consequences of relying on China for one crucial industry has been exposed as Australia and the US vow to challenge its dominance.
Christian Porter’s massive court loss
The former attorney-general has suffered a devastating court blow that could cost him hundreds of thousands of dollars in legal costs.
One question Albo didn’t want to answer
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese appeared to grow defensive when he was asked this question after the Pacific Islands Forum.
Surprise response to China military deal
The Solomon Islands Prime Minister has made a big guarantee about his country’s controversial security pact with China.
Why Albo could pull massive backflip
Anthony Albanese could perform a major U-turn when he returns from Fiji after he copped severe criticism for a key decision.
True cost of Albo’s promises revealed
A new report has given a fresh analysis of the government’s election commitments, revealing the true cost of Labor’s big promises.
Albo faces revolt over one decision
The Prime Minister is facing a revolt in the ranks over a decision which could have a huge impact for some of Australia’s most vulnerable workers.
‘Freaking out’: Dom ‘murders’ Bon Jovi
NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet has shown off his karaoke skills with a passionate rendition of a Bon Jovi classic on Sydney radio.
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