‘Fault all around’: Bold claim on crisis
Despite being at the helm of Australia’s energy market for a decade, the former government says the current crisis is not entirely their fault.
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Albo’s ‘superpower’ vow to world leaders
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has vowed to turn Australia into a “clean energy superpower” during a late night global economic forum.
Albo urged to stop Assange ‘madness’
Anthony Albanese has been urged to call up Joe Biden and sort out the “madness” of the US’ plans to extradite Julian Assange.
‘Bang for buck’: Big spending cuts ahead
As Australians struggle with a cost of living crisis, the Treasurer has flagged bigger cuts are on the way.
Penny Wong’s big statement on China
The Foreign Minister has responded to a controversial China security pact during a visit to the Solomon Islands.
Big change to controversial school program
The federal Education Minister is moving to dump one key component of a scheme in place at schools across the country.
‘Completely committed’: Dom’s energy plan
The NSW Premier has made a bold commitment to help steer Australia through its current energy crisis.
‘Contested’: Grim sign for the Pacific
A grim sign for the Pacific has been issued as Australia and New Zealand made a decision following China’s security deal with the Solomon Islands.
States secure big deal with Albo
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has agreed to a huge request from several states, but he’s revealed there is one big catch.
Comment that made Albo end presser
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese called an abrupt end to Friday’s press conference following his first National Cabinet as the country’s leader.
Premier ‘grateful’ to be on Putin’s hit list
The South Australian Premier says he isn’t phased by his inclusion on a Russian hit list, saying Vladimir Putin “needs to be called out”.
Australia makes bold promise to UN
Australia’s new government submitted more ambitious emissions targets to the United Nations, seeking to end a decade of footdragging on climate.
Moment reporter surprised on air
An unsuspecting reporter was caught in an awkward run-in with a camera that was broadcast live to the nation.
Alternative plan to stop electricity crisis
Greens leader Adam Bandt has declared Australia’s embarrassing energy crisis is a failure of privatisation, calling for huge changes for the future.
Albo’s awkward selfie with premiers
Anthony Albanese hosted dinner at The Lodge and tried to snap a few selfies with Australia’s most powerful politicians.
Penny Wong’s next step on China
The Foreign Minister is making a significant visit to reset diplomatic relations and calm tensions in the Pacific.
Unemployment remains at historic low
Australia’s unemployment rate has remained steady as the jobs market continues to grow in the post-pandemic economy.
One question makes Energy Minister explode
Energy Minister Chris Bowen has fired up at a journalist for suggesting one thing was the answer to the electricity crisis.
States introduce extra year of school
Two states have announced the biggest educational reform in Australia in a generation, changing the way kids will learn.
‘Significant pressure’: Warning to NSW
Millions of Aussies are advised to only use what they need on Thursday night amid warnings the energy market crisis may drag on for ‘months’.
Bilo family to stay in Aus ‘with certainty’
A Sri Lankan asylum seeker family’s bid to make Australia their permanent home seems a formality, with a key minister lending his support.
Huge move to solve national energy crisis
Australian energy operators have launched unprecedented action to try to solve an electricity crisis gripping the country.
Real reason ScoMo lost the election
The man responsible for Anthony Albanese’s big victory on May 21 has revealed the real reason Labor won the election.
Labor boss responds to election ‘big lie’
Labor’s campaign boss has responded to accusations of using paid advertising to mislead one group of voters at the election.
Albo responds to huge decision on wages
The Prime Minister has welcomed a “common sense” decision on wages that will impact almost three million Aussie workers.
Massive pollie payrise as Aussies struggle
As wages stagnate for the rest of us, Aussie politicians have pocketed a major pay rise, with the PM now taking home $564,364 a year.
Former senator’s ‘disgusting’ sex allegations
A court has heard explosive claims a former One Nation senator was “infatuated” with his staffer and “repeatedly” sexually harassed her.
Treasurer shares unfortunate news
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has revealed some unfortunate news ahead of a key meeting.
Minister’s message to shivering Aussies
Aussies have been told to keep their heaters on despite fears the energy crisis could cause major blackouts.
One thing China must do for Australia
Anthony Albanese says a good first step has been made in building a stronger relationship with China – but now it’s Beijing’s turn.
Lambie lashes ‘disgusting’ backlog
A fired up Jacqui Lambie has called on the new government to fix a two-year backlog left by the Coalition.
Refugee mum’s incredible message to ScoMo
In their first TV interview since being released from four years of detention, the Biloela refugee family sent one powerful message to the former PM.
Dom’s blunt warning to feuding ministers
NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet has issued a serious warning to two Liberal ministers fighting over leaked text messages.
‘Belligerent’: Former PM flames Dutton
Malcolm Turnbull has launched a blistering attack against Peter Dutton over his handling of a multi-billion dollar submarine deal.
Plan to get ‘toxic’ politicians sacked
Politicians could be suspended or even dismissed for bad behaviour inside Parliament under a bold plan outlined today.
Australia’s next big move to take on China
On the back of historic talks with China, Australia’s Defence Minister is upping the ante and continuing his regional tour.
‘Outright racism’: Senator drops bombshell
A federal politician has blown the whistle on “outright racism” displayed by some of her colleagues in Parliament.
‘Intimidation’: Barnaby blasts China
Barnaby Joyce has accused China of using its military muscle to put “a foot on our throat” after a big meeting with Australia.
‘Stare them down’: Turnbull demands action
Former prime minister Malcolm Turnbull is calling for urgent action to solve a crisis, warning the move will be “resented bitterly”.
Queen’s Birthday Honours list revealed
Almost 1000 inspirational Australians have been recognised for their contribution to the community as part of the Queen’s Birthday Honours List.
Aussie taxpayers to pay $830m for nothing
The Australian government will pay a huge compensation sum to French company Naval Group over the scrapped submarines deal.
‘No impediment’ to Biloela family: PM
Anthony Albanese has responded to questions on whether an asylum seeker family freed from detention can finally call Australia home forever.
Inside ‘filthy’ One Nation sex scandals
An office manager who was allegedly sexually harassed while working for an ex-ally of Pauline Hanson has broken her silence.
Indi MP reveals anti-corruption demands
One of the main players behind the push for a federal integrity commission has spelled out her demands.
Kiwi crims could stay in Aus under Albo
Anthony Albanese has signalled Australia is likely to soften its stance on deporting criminals to New Zealand.
Pauline accused of trying to ‘ruin marriage’
An ex-Senator has been quizzed about his dealings with female staff, while his wife says Pauline Hanson wanted to end their marriage.
How one country could help Aussie crisis
A strong stock of healthcare workers in one country could help ease Australia’s crisis, experts say.
‘Evil people’: Peter Dutton’s warning
Peter Dutton has made a dark prediction about a looming “disaster” for Australia unless one big thing changes quickly.
Savage sledge of Albo’s gift to Jacinda
New Zealand’s leader Jacinda Ardern and Anthony Albanese have swapped gifts during her quick trip to Australia, but it’s been met with a brutal sledge.
Gillard’s surprising advice for Albo
Julia Gillard has offered some frank advice to Anthony Albanese in her first interview since the election.
Jacinda’s dinner date with new PM
Jacinda Ardern has touched down in Australia ahead of a dinner and formal meetings with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.
Ten star accused of ‘tormenting’ reporter
Network Ten political editor Peter van Onselen has been accused in court documents of “tormenting” a reporter on social media.
Allegra Spender’s warning on women
High profile independent Allegra Spender has revealed the real reason she shunned the Liberal Party after winning the seat of Wentworth.
Pauline Hanson spotted in Sydney
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has been spotted out in public for the first time since the federal election.
Brutal response to energy crisis ‘fix’
The man responsible for Australia’s overstretched energy system has torn shreds off one suggestion to solve the national crisis.
Dutton’s ‘suspicion’ on major military deal
The former defence minister has made a bombshell claim about a military pact involving America and the United Kingdom.
PM weighs in on KFC lettuce debate
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has dubbed KFC’s substitution of cabbage for lettuce “a real crisis” and promised to make it a priority at a cabinet meeting.
Dire warning on Aussie price surge
With a Labor budget slated for October 25, Treasurer Jim Chalmers had some bad news for households crippled with the rising cost of living pressures.
No ‘magic answers’ on energy crisis
The man responsible for Australia’s overstretched energy system has addressed the media after holding an emergency meeting.
Biloela family’s first words back home
The Murugappan family has spoken for the first time since touching down in Queensland on their way home to Biloela.
‘Last resort’: Huge decision on criminals
One state is making a major change to throwing criminals behind bars, in a move that is bound to trigger a national conversation.
Treasurer drops big hint on budget
Jim Chalmers has dropped a huge clue on the next budget but warned Aussies not to expect this one thing when it’s handed down.
Controversial boss quits after Labor win
A second agency boss has resigned just weeks after the election of a Labor government.
Shocking reason for worker shortfall
The business community is joining in on calls to release a backlog of more than 140,000 skilled workers waiting on their visa applications to be processed.
Dom’s cheeky dig at Gladys
The NSW Premier has taken a dig at his predecessor over an awkward photo she’s apparently yet to live down.
‘There is no gas crisis’: outgoing senator
With just 20 days left in the job, one senator is not going quietly, rejecting there’s a gas crisis and slamming government failure on submarines.
New details revealed on Federal ICAC
Fresh new details have emerged about the scope of the government’s highly anticipated corruption watchdog.
Labor’s surprise short-term fix to gas crisis
An energy crisis gripping Australia’s east coast could trigger an emergency response to ease soaring demand and prices.
China responds to Aussie warplane claims
Beijing has responded to Australia’s claims about an “aggressive” mid-air incident involving a Chinese fighter jet.
Huge move for crypto and share traders
Two of Australia’s most prominent trading platforms are set to merge in a huge move for sharemarket and crypto investors.
Albo’s meeting with Jacinda Ardern
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has locked in his first meeting with Jacinda Ardern. Here’s when and where it will take place.
Real reason Albo is visiting this city
Anthony Albanese has explained why he wanted to visit one particular city on his first bilateral diplomatic trip overseas.
How the interest rate rise affects you
The Reserve Bank decided to lift the cash rate at its board meeting today. Here is what the interest rate rise means for your home loan.
‘Will get harder’: Grim warning for Aussies
Australians are being told to brace for an expensive winter after being hit with yet another price hike.
Indonesia drops epic recap of Albo visit
Indonesia has left Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese with an exciting reminder of his first bilateral visit abroad.
‘Get the cops’: Council spat turns ugly
A vicious argument at a local council meeting escalated to the point where threats were made and the police were almost called.
‘Dumb idea’: Nationals fire warning shot
Nationals leader David Littleproud has fired an early warning shot over a proposal that would cost Australia billions of dollars.
Penny Wong stuns with hidden talent
Penny Wong has impressed Aussies after revealing a little-known talent while in Jakarta during her first official visit as Foreign Minister.
Albo to face off with Putin in Bali
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has made a bold statement as he prepares to come face-to-face with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
‘Open mind’ to huge military move
Defence Minister Richard Marles has fired a warning shot to Australia’s top brass, declaring he has an “open mind” to one change.
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