‘Sense of urgency’: Minister’s pay rise plea
The government is racing to pass a contentious Bill before Christmas, arguing Australians can’t afford senators denying them a pay rise.
Politics
AusPost ‘confident’ about Xmas boom
Tens of millions of parcels will be sent across Australia over the next month, and Australia Post claims it is in good shape to get them to you by Christmas.
Confusion over millions paid to executives
The government has issued a “please explain” over massive bonuses paid to AusPost and NBN, but one politician has claimed it acted too late.
Moment Kochie explodes on live TV
David Koch was speaking to Assistant Treasurer Stephen Jones on Sunrise when he lost it.
Whopping pollie power bill revealed
Aussie taxpayers have foot the bill for eye-watering charges to power Parliament House, and there are fears the costs will only grow higher.
Fresh twist in war crime trial
Fresh details about why a war crimes whistleblower had his legal quashed have been revealed.
Why Medibank hack is ‘wake-up call’
The Medibank hack has sparked calls for tougher penalties for criminals involved in the cyber extortion of Australians.
PM’s sex harassment pledge clears hurdle
PM Anthony Albanese’s promised reforms of Australia’s sexual harassment laws have cleared their first hurdle.
McGowan’s captain pick to stand down
An outspoken Labor stalwart has announced the end of their 34-year career, which has included time as a local, state and federal politician.
PM defends new law after strike warning
Anthony Albanese has defended Labor’s industrial relations reforms amid a fight over multi-employer bargaining.
ScoMo issued warning over bombshell book
The Attorney-General has given Scott Morrison a strict warning against future cabinet disclosures that may “undermine national security”.
Insane cost to take out Liberal MP
Thousands of people spent millions of dollars unseating Liberals from once-safe seats – with the biggest spender’s bill in excess of $2m, new figures have revealed.
’Gobsmacking’ detail in Albo festival reveal
A draft question asked by the Prime Minister has come under fire over the lack of legal advice sought before it was announced at a major annual event.
‘Inevitable’: Bank’s grim warning on rates
One of the big four banks has warned it’s inevitable some borrowers coming off fixed rate mortgages will be hit hard over the coming months.
‘Absolute low’: MP slammed over dinner pic
Bob Brown slammed a minister for a “low” act in a Tassie restaurant — but new details of the controversial incident have sparked a war of words.
ScoMo ’undermined’ national security
The former prime minister has been accused of threatening national security and told to stop leaking confidential information.
Overhaul to who can move to Australia
Australia needs to become a more attractive candidate for overseas workers, prompting an overhaul of a “cumbersome” system.
Ex-PM pushes mandatory service for teens
Former prime minister Tony Abbott is pushing for Aussie school-leavers to spend a “significant period of time” giving back to their country.
Pay increases for one group may climb higher
Plans to push through a major pay rise for workers in one industry could be just the starting point for substantial wage increases.
‘Rapid’: Vax-resistant covid strain spreads
Health experts across Australia have warned against complacency with Covid-19, as a new wave of the disease resistant to vaccines looms.
Treasurer’s response to woman with just $20
A pensioner with $20 to her name has asked the Treasurer whether she should go without food or medicine.
RBA’s horror two year warning to Aussies
The Reserve Bank of Australia has conceded there are many uncertainties in its forecasts as the nation strives to bring inflation down.
Albo’s fresh threat to gas companies
Gas companies who don’t meet the government at the table in order to help tackle the pricing crisis will face consequences, the PM has warned.
‘Rank hypocrisy’ over repatriated ISIS brides
Accusations of playing politics with national security and “rank hypocrisy” are rife after ISIS brides were repatriated this week.
‘Screaming’: Horror stories in Aussie disaster
A human rights probe into deadly floods has heard stories of those who weren’t rescued by authorities including the elderly and pregnant women.
‘Going to war’: Mum slams ‘horrible process’
Family members and support people of Australia’s most vulnerable citizens have slammed a service as “neglective and abusive”.
Kyle’s surprising take on ISIS brides in Aus
Kyle Sandilands has reacted to criticism of the ISIS brides and their children who have been returned to Australia from a Syrian refugee camp.
Why fat cats are getting $6m from taxpayers
Australia Post and NBN Co have defended the eye-watering sums paid out to senior executives at the companies.
PM ‘playing politics’ with ISIS brides
Anthony Albanese has been accused of playing politics with national security over a decision regarding the repatriated “ISIS brides”.
‘Chilling’: Influencers’ political posts reviewed
Influencers taking to TikTok and Instagram to discuss their political views have come under the microscope at an inquiry.
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