Grim immigration outlook for Aussie business
A fall in overseas arrivals into Australia could put further pressures on struggling businesses, an economist has warned.
Politics
‘Ludicrous’: Controversial super tax exposed
It’s a controversial policy dubbed an “economy killer”, but one detail tucked in Anthony Albanese’s “cost of living” budget reveals Labor is full steam ahead.
AFP boss’ election warning as threats spike
The AFP boss says the number of threats against politicians has nearly doubled in the past four years.
Aussies eligible for streamlined US travel
Eligible Aussie travellers will benefit from fast-tracked travel through US airports via a new government program.
Major change for group of Aussie workers
A big change being brought in across thousands of businesses is expected to benefit almost four million Aussie workers.
‘Stupid’: Chalmers blasts Coalition tax plan
The federal treasurer has blasted the opposition for a “stunningly stupid admission” during an animated debate on income tax in parliament.
Deleted X post as election fever hits
A quickly-deleted post made by the Prime Minister and Cabinet’s official account has raised eyebrows as election anticipation nears fever pitch.
What happened to dead fish after parliament
Greens senator Sarah Hanson-Young has revealed what happened to a dead salmon after she whipped it out during question time.
Dutton to cut 40,000 jobs in DOGE-style move
Peter Dutton’s Elon Musk-style efficiency pledge will put thousands of Australian public servants in the Coalition’s firing line.
‘Real risk’: Musk warning as election looms
The federal government has been grilled over fears tech billionaire Elon Musk might “agitate for far-right politics in Australia” during the election.
Aussies lose it over Albo’s awkward sledge
Four words from Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has sent young Aussies into a meltdown – but there’s more to the story.
Questions over missing royal portrait
A leading public servant has been asked to explain why portraits of the King or Queen no longer hang in one of the country’s biggest departments.
Chalmers budget unlikely to sway RBA
Cost of living relief and a modest tax cut are unlikely to slow the RBA’s progress on cutting rates, according to analysts.
Albo’s invite to Trump despite tariff threat
The offer comes amid fears Australia could be further caught up in Donald Trump’s increasingly aggressive tariff war, with an announcement due next week.
Chalmers’ huge call on ciggie tax
The Treasurer’s comments follow plunging rates of revenue driven by the tobacco excise as smokers turn to the black market for cheaper cigarettes.
‘Cruel hoax’: New tax cut blasted
A $5-a-week tax cut from the Albanese government has backfired, with industry panning the move and the Opposition labelling it nothing but a ‘cruel hoax’.
‘Eye candy’: ‘Election’ budget slammed
Other than the Medicare investment, there is a general consensus the federal budget falls short and leaves a lot of Australians behind.
‘Delulu’: Albo’s Gen-Z reply to tax cut fury
The Prime Minister has branded the opposition “delulu with no solulu” after scathing criticism of his government’s proposed income tax cuts.
‘It’s downright weird’: Deep flaw with budget
The government’s newly announced tax cuts are already being called too small. But that’s not the weirdest thing about them.
Budget winners and losers revealed
From a promise to slash HECS debt to a surprise tax cut for all working Aussies. Here’s how Labor’s pre-election budget pitch will affect you.
Every cost of living boost in the budget
The Albanese government has announced a number of key measures in the budget aimed at easing cost of living pressures. Here’s how it could help you.
State 115,000 Aussies will flee
It may boast icons such as the Harbour Bridge and Opera House, but the country’s most populous state appears to have lost its appeal.
Trump, China threat to Aussie economy
The Australian economy is facing a grim outlook with income from key resources forecast to be smashed over the coming years, dragging down revenue.
Try the budget calculator to see how you fare
Treasurer Jim Chalmers’ fourth budget is once again all about cost of living. Find out exactly where you stand.
Aussies to get $5-a-week tax cut
Jim Chalmers has revealed plans to put pennies back in every Australian’s pocket, in a budget night speech marked as much by what was not said than was.
Albo to woo Aussies with $1.5bn war chest
With a federal election expected to be called any day now, Labor has left itself $1.5bn in yet-to-be announced policies.
Former producer sues Seven for defamation
An ex-Spotlight producer who gave explosive evidence in the Bruce Lehrmann defamation case is now suing Channel Seven for defamation.
WA Liberals announce new leader
Former Perth Lord Mayor and Seven West media personality Basil Zempilas has become WA’s new opposition leader.
What federal election is all about: Chalmers
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has drawn clear election battle lines over one scheme as he prepares to hand down his fourth budget.
Health, energy bill relief in federal budget
Aussies struggling with power bills and the cost of medicines should be among the biggest winners from Tuesday’s federal budget.
Howard tries to shut down Dutton nickname
As election chatter ramps up, one of Australia’s most polarising leaders has dished out fighting words in an effort to shaft Anthony Albanese.
Labor’s plan to ‘Trump proof’ budget
Jim Chalmers will hand down his pre-election budget on Tuesday with an eye of America as much as struggling Aussies.
‘We are being forced to lie on our CV’
A Melbourne woman has shared a horrifying job interview on national television, describing how she was advised to lie about her age on her CV.
Albo defends Bunnies mascot over incident
The man behind Reggie the Rabbit has broken his silence, as the PM described the longtime Rabbitohs mascot as a “lovely fellow” following allegations he pushed a child.
Labor pulls ‘racist’ Medicare T-shirt post
Labor released a social media T-shirt meme to pump its Medicare credentials, only to quickly take it down after realising the meme’s ugly history.
Chalmers spruiks $177bn debt improvement
Labor is set to spruik its progress of lowering gross debt ahead of the federal budget, despite Australia’s bottom line set for a string of deficits over the next decade.
Teal sign furore erupts on social media
The husband of a federal Teal politician has been filmed pulling down a rival candidate’s poster and the furore is trending on social media.
Nat Barr’s savage Dutton comparison
Sunrise host Nat Barr has accused Peter Dutton of adopting a ‘When Harry Met Sally’ approach to this year’s election.
Item that clinched ‘historic’ schools deal
An olive branch in the form of a Sicilian favourite was the clincher in getting the final state to sign on to a “historic” schools funding agreement.
‘Intend to do’: Major vow on power prices
Nationals leader David Littleproud says the Coalition would bring down power bills after Labor failed to deliver on its 2022 promise.
Huge move after tragic Laos poisonings
The tragic deaths of two Melbourne teens has sparked a new initiative aimed at protecting young Aussies and school leavers.
‘Election bribe’: Power bill relief heats up
The government has found money in its budget to lock in an energy bill subsidy until the end of the year, but the Treasurer insists it’s not an ‘election bribe’.
‘More can be done:’ Coalition eyes NDIS cuts
With the Coalition attacking Labor for increased spending, finance spokesman Jane Hume has eyed further cuts to stop the ballooning disability scheme.
Taylor fumbles key Coalition promise
Shadow Treasurer Angus Taylor appeared to repeatedly stumble over the cost of the Coalition’s flagship nuclear policy.
$150 ‘relief’ coming for struggling Aussies
Australians will be offered some cost of living relief in a pre-election sweetener.
Dire warning rail strikes back in ‘weeks’
Millions of commuters could be forced to endure more transport headaches amid a fresh warning train strikes which threw Sydney’s rail network into disarray could be back on “within weeks”.
Vulnerable Aussies at ‘breaking point’
Concerns those most vulnerable will continue to fall through “growing cracks” in one sector have grown amid a suite of demands.
Call for CFMEU-linked $5.5m grant probe
A $5.5m grant linked to the criminally infiltrated CFMEU needs investigation, shadow federal Attorney-General Michaelia Cash says.
Marles’ staffer settles bullying claim
Richard Marles’ chief of staff Jo Tarnawsky has agreed to an out-of-court settlement after she alleged she had been bullied by colleagues.
‘Irrecoverable’: Australia in ‘precarious state’
A former defence chief has warned Australia must “reconsider our priorities” in the face of Donald Trump’s reign in the White House.
Fresh warning as China sparks arms race
A massive arms race is sweeping the Asia-Pacific region as countries like Australia grow alarmed over the China threat.
Key word missing in supermarket probe
A landmark probe into Australia’s supermarket giants made 20 recommendations to improve competition, but did not include one key measure.
Demand for supermarkets to fix shrinkflation
Woolworths and Coles could be forced to issue new warnings on all products to alert shoppers to a sneaky supermarket practice.
Dutton uses anti-gay term to describe Albo
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has been criticised for using an ‘extremely offensive’ term while attacking the Prime Minister’s response to China.
TV star tipped to be new state Lib leader
The TV star, sport commentator and Lord Mayor of Perth is putting his hand up to lead the WA Liberals after the recent state election loss.
Shock support for controversial koala park
A controversial project that could transform swathes of one Australian state forever has “overwhelming support”, new polling has revealed.
‘Never negotiate’: Pushback on US tariff threats
Anthony Albanese has made a major election promise that would bolster one aspect of Australian life he calls “the envy of the world”.
Protester tackled at Dutton speech
A protester has been tackled into the crowd after interrupting Peter Dutton’s speech, with another accusing him of ‘lying to the Australian people’.
Aussie cash boost increase revealed
Millions of Aussies will enjoy a cash bump in their Centrelink payments from Thursday. Here’s why and how much you’ll get.
Israeli ambassador declines Dutton question
Israel’s ambassador to Australia Amir Maimon declined to share his opinion on Peter Dutton’s proposal to deport dual citizen criminals.
Albo pledges $25 cap on major medicines
Anthony Albanese will amp up Labor’s election bid with a huge cost-of-living promise that will bring down the cost of four out of five medications.
‘Line in the sand’ over train strikes
A “line in the sand” was drawn when the rail unions were forced into a “cooling off period” after months of industrial brinkmanship, a court has been told.
‘Running out’: Mining boss’ warning to Aus
Mining industry boss Andrew Michelmore said Victoria was a “warning for the rest of Australia” when it comes to energy supply and reliability.
Dutton slams ‘Trump-lite’ claims over plans
Liberal leader Peter Dutton has vowed to do “whatever it takes” to deport terrorists as he flags changes to the citizenship test.
Push to get boomers out of empty homes
Nationals Leader David Littleproud has thrown his support behind calls to increase incentives for older Aussies looking to downsize.
Jim’s budget promise of cost-of-living help
Jim Chalmers has delivered a pre-budget speech, where he has indicated there will be more cost-of-living support for Australians in next Tuesday’s budget.
‘Vile’: Federal MP sent death threats
A Victorian man has been charged for allegedly sending a member of the federal parliament death threats and anti-Semitic abuse on social media.
Dutton’s shock call on Aussie favourite
As the federal election surges closer, Peter Dutton has made a startling revelation on an Aussie favourite.
RBA not sold on the next rate cut
The Reserve Bank says the data will decide when it cuts the official cash rate again, as developments from US tariffs complicate the decision.
Spray over debunked ‘terror’ caravan
NSW Premier Chris Minns has unleashed on the leader of the opposition as tensions continue to rise over the Sydney “terror” caravan.
‘Deserve protections’: Push for flight compo
As the airlines argue they shouldn’t have to pay compensation for cancelled flights, the senator pushing for reform has slammed the carriers’ refund policies.
Four-word warning to Trump on tariffs
Trade Minister Don Farrell has promised Australia will not “back down,” or “sell out” as the government races to protect imports from Donald Trump’s trade war.
Chalmers warns against tit-for-tat trade war
The Treasurer will use a major pre-budget speech to warn against a “race to the bottom” after Australia was hit by Donald Trump’s first round of tariffs.
‘Desperate’ Libs issue nuclear plea to Dutton
A group of Liberal Party members, supporters and former officials have urged the party to dump its nuclear vow, with fears it will lead to an election defeat.
Reshuffle after ministerial driver scandal
Sparked by a misuse of a ministerial car, the NSW Premier has announced changes to his cabinet.
Dutton’s $35m vow to firebombed synagogue
Peter Dutton has vowed to restore Melbourne’s firebombed Adass synagogue, labelling the move a “symbolic response” to people with “hate in their hearts”.
Fresh blow to super-for-housing plan
Peter Dutton’s super-for-housing scheme will drive prices up between 7 and 10 per cent, analysis from the University of South Australia shows.
Dutton, Libs drop Aussie tax bombshell
Aussie couples are getting slugged $7000 a year in extra income tax, according to new analysis of Labor’s tax cuts.
‘Smash it’: Threat to end CFMEU ‘mafia’
The Coalition has called for a federal police taskforce to investigate allegations of corruption and crime made against the scandal-ridden union.
‘Pathetic’: Compo call over cancelled flights
Australia is an “embarrassment to other jurisdictions” when it comes to compensation for cancelled flights, a hearing has been told.
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