When $3bn cost-of-living relief will end
A $3 billion measure designed to ease pressure on Australian households is set to expire despite mounting cost-of-living stress.
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$1000 cash payment for flood victims
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced $1000 relief payments for every adult impacted by the NSW flood disaster, and $400 per child.
Tony Abbott’s next career move
Former prime minister Tony Abbott has been linked to a major position that could pit him against a friend and former colleague.
State’s solution to $25m flag furore
NSW will spend $25 million to put the Aboriginal flag permanently on the Sydney Harbour Bridge, but Victoria is doing the same for nothing.
Wong hopes G20 sends ‘message to Russia’
Foreign Minister Penny Wong will visit Singapore ahead of the G20 foreign ministers’ meeting in Bali on Thursday.
Albo’s plan for flood victims
Anthony Albanese has revealed his next steps as he sets his sights on tackling the flood crisis.
‘Trapped’: ‘Unfit’ pilots pressured to fly
A new Australian survey has revealed many aviation workers are concerned “unfit” and fatigued pilots have been pressured to fly planes.
Map shows Albo’s crazy 40 day trip
Within six weeks of ascending into the country’s top job, Anthony Albanese has flown around the world to shore up international relations.
‘Not good enough’: Albanese blasted
Anthony Albanese has been accused of being more concerned about his “reputation on the global stage” than the current NSW flood crisis.
Liberals’ one ‘systemic issue’ revealed
A senior Liberal politician has revealed the party has “systemic issues” to do with one major thing.
Why Ardern is returning to Australia
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern is about to return to Australia for her second visit since the federal election.
Fears for Australian TikTok users
TikTok has been asked to address user privacy concerns after an alarming report that should strike fear into millions of Australian users.
Big changes to Australia’s border
The government has made a big change to Australia’s border policy, removing the requirement for international traveller to prove their vaccination status.
Council endorses new name after slave link
An Australian council has endorsed a new name for itself after the current name was found to have links to slavery. But not everyone is happy.
Surprise reason for Assange rally
Supporters of Julian Assange marched through Melbourne as the WikiLeaks founder spent yet another important date in prison.
‘Shameful’ history to be investigated
Defence Minister Richard Marles has urged patience as federal police investigate alleged war crimes by Australian troops in Afghanistan.
Cost of lifesaving device slashed
Life is about to get much easier for 130,000 Australians as the government follows through on an election promise.
Sailors found clinging to boat
Two sailors have spent 15 hours in the freezing ocean clinging to their yacht, after it flipped during rough seas.
Rugby star throws Albo a lifeline
Former Wallaby turned Senator David Pocock could be the key for Anthony Albanese to pass one major bill later this month.
Victorian MP dies, aged 49
Daniel Andrews has offered the family of Jane Garrett a state funeral after she lost her battle with cancer.
Julie stuns in $1390 Aussie dress
Former foreign minister Julie Bishop has been given the royal treatment at a dinner alongside Prince Charles as she dazzled in a $1390 dress.
Albo’s warm welcome in Paris
Anthony Albanese has been given a warm welcome by his French counterpart as the two met to repair ties between the countries.
Protesters surround minister’s office
Protesters gathered outside a ministers office to oppose changes to Centrelink that include a new points-based payment system.
Controversial disaster relief boss dumped
Labor has followed through on plans to dump Australia’s disaster relief boss after his controversial comments about flood victims.
‘Deeply concerned’: Wong’s message to China
Australian foreign minister Penny Wong has delivered a clear statement to China on the anniversary of the Hong Kong handover.
Urgent probe into vaccine program
Health Minister Mark Butler has announced an urgent inquiry into Australia’s Covid-19 vaccine arrangements.
The big winners in $70b funding shuffle
Under a major change, up to $14b will be spent on helping small and medium businesses struggling with mounting costs to bounce back from Covid-19.
Protester’s odd cheese sandwich complaint
A climate activist has taken to social media to vent about her treatment in police custody, including a bizarre complaint about a cheese sandwich.
Head of state’s ‘mistake’ remains online
The Governor-General’s image is still being used to flog the wares of a builder more than 24 hours after he apologised and vowed to have the material removed.
What ‘shocked’ Anna about damning report
Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said she was “shocked and surprised” by parts of a damning report on her government.
Millions to get a wage rise this week
Millions of Australians are in line for a pay increase from Friday. Here’s which occupations will be hit with the rise.
‘Barbaric’: Albo’s strong China warning
The Prime Minister had urged NATO leaders to work with Australia to prevent a situation similar to that in Ukraine from unfolding within the region.
Locals seethe over ‘monument of stupidity’
A coastal resident has built a wind turbine towering almost 11 metres on his property, but his project has won few fans.
Shocking stat affecting young people
The latest census data has revealed a key insight into young people and how they have been living.
Albo’s gift to Bojo in Madrid
Anthony Albanese has given a present to his UK counterpart Boris Johnson during their first meeting since the election.
Big change to Australia’s climate targets
The Albanese government has made a bold call on its climate targets. But will the parliament call their bluff?
Report ScoMo didn’t want you to see
An “alarming” report card is set to be released next month after the Morrison government sat on it for five months.
‘Not surprised’: Ambo boss falls on sword
The chief of the West Australian ambulance service has resigned after two deaths were linked to the service in the past two months.
ScoMo’s submarine ‘mess’ lashed
Scott Morrison signed a major security deal but there’s now fresh doubts over the promise.
‘Safety net’: Uber’s new ‘proactive’ move
Uber has signed a landmark deal and it has the possibility of shaking up the gig economy for good.
Albo’s jab over EU trade freeze out
Anthony Albanese has pointed the finger of blame for stalling Australia’s trade relationship with Europe.
Penny Wong moves to allay China concerns
Penny Wong has been questioned in Malaysia about Australia’s submarines and has moved to allay concerns by that country’s prime minister.
Greens respond to internal ‘bickering’
The new Greens MPs have responded to recent division within their party as they arrive at Parliament for ‘school’.
Albo’s stern message for Russia
Anthony Albanese has joined with his world counterparts to denounce Russia for a deadly attack that has killed at least 18 people.
Glaring detail missing from this picture
Anthony Albanese has taken an unusual step to bolster Australia’s defence, but one thing was missing from the announcement.
Albo’s plan for new dad bonus
New fathers could be paid to spend time at home with their newborn babies under plans flagged by the new government.
One million empty homes in Australia
Australia’s population has grown, but the number of available homes is falling behind according to the 2021 Census.
Albo’s message to China at NATO summit
Anthony Albanese has fired off a warning shot to China after touching down in Madrid for a key NATO summit.
Albo’s olive branch after China furore
Anthony Albanese is attempting to thaw frosty relations between Solomon Islands and Australia in the wake of the Chinese security deal.
MP’s surprise abortion call
The new Nationals leader says while he doesn’t want to see Australia import “unhealthy” US talking points, he wants people to consider adoption.
‘Best he could’: Barnaby under fire
Barnaby Joyce’s actions have been defended after he was forewarned about the impending chaos at Australia’s airports.
Chaos over ‘misleading’ Labor call
Independent MPs and senators like David Pocock say they can’t do their job properly thanks to a massive rule change from the new Prime Minister.
Albo sparks crossbench war
The government has been forced to defend itself after a major decision sparked a war with the independents.
Dan’s Covid jab ‘dilemma’
A decision on when Australians could become eligible for a fourth Covid jab has become a ‘real dilemma’ for health professionals.
Treasurer’s grim warning for Aussies
Australians hoping for an end to the price pinch have been issued a grim warning from the Treasurer.
Flag photo exposes idiotic worldview
The most outrageous thing about this week’s facile flag stunt isn’t some insult to patriotism – it’s that it exposes something far worse.
Penny Wong confirms her next move
Foreign Minister Penny Wong has confirmed her next diplomatic trip which will include one sweet detail.
Anthony Albanese accused of ‘dog act’
Anthony Albanese has been slammed after sending an email to MPs warning them of an imminent change.
China ambassador’s olive branch to Albo
Beijing’s top man in Canberra has extended an olive branch to Australia at an event which took a surprising turn.
New reason for lettuce price hike
Nationals Senator Bridget McKenzie has revealed a new reason behind inflating lettuce prices, suggesting the Labor government has the solution at its fingertips.
’Absolute drivel’: Women definition slammed
Australia’s top health bureaucrat has taken nearly three months to come up with a 78-word definition for a common term.
Albo’s next big move overseas
Anthony Albanese has confirmed his plans for his next overseas trip, which include critical talks with an old ally.
‘Kissed and made up’: Mark’s new BFF
Mark McGowan has a new best friend. And you’ll be surprised to learn it’s the man who compared his rule to North Korea.
The danger in a third of Aussie homes
A new campaign has been launched to make Australians aware of a danger that is lurking in a third of our homes.
Operator ends unprecedented action
The Energy Minister has confirmed a major intervention into the electricity market will end at 2pm on Friday.
The real ‘teal’ voters revealed
New analysis has revealed who really voted for the teal independent candidates that toppled six Liberals at the election.
New details on Centrelink ‘Hunger Games’
A major shake-up to Centrelink is set to come into force by July 1, but the new minister has flagged some further changes.
‘Suffering’: Senator’s whinge on $200k pay
A shock win has catapulted a real estate agent into the Senate under Clive Palmer’s banner. And it seems he’d rather be somewhere else.
‘Simple and sensible’ childcare move
Emergency measures due to expire next week will be extended to keep childcare costs low for families amid rising costs.
What Leigh Sales really thinks of ScoMo
Outgoing ABC host Leigh Sales has lifted the lid on what it was like dealing with a host of former PMs.
The words you can’t say at work anymore
The new language is one of a raft of changes to the industrial relations act in response to an independent five-year review of the state’s workplace legislation.
Albo takes a sly dig at Scott Morrison
New Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has vowed to repair damaged relations with a European power – and took a swipe at his predecessor.
Why banks are ditching ATMs
Hundreds of ATMs are disappearing from bank branches across Australia. Here’s why.
War hero slams Greens after flag stunt
An Australian Military Cross officer has torn into Adam Bandt after his highly publicised press conference stunt this week.
‘Ham-fisted’: Dutton fires up over key issue
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has blasted Labor for taking a “ham-fisted” approach to one security issue.
‘The Australian flag does not represent me’
Greens senator Lidia Thorpe said Australia’s flag does not represent her and it only represents the “colonisation” of the country.
‘Sick, violated’: Shocking FIFO sex attacks
A damning report into sexual assaults and harassment at mine sites has exposed shocking acts involving sex dolls and stalking.
‘Boomer fantasy’: Reserve Bank boss blasted
Reserve Bank boss Philip Lowe has been sensationally slammed over a claim about whether wages should rise.
‘Craving’: Dutton blasts Aussie flag stunt
Peter Dutton has blasted Greens leader Adam Bandt over a controversial stunt with the Australian flag.
Fresh warning on Julian Assange
A prominent Australian critic of Julian Assange has issued a fresh warning about the detained WikiLeaks founder.
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