Brutal call on Sunrise reporter’s new role
Former Sunrise reporter Bianca Stone is running in the Queensland state election but her pick doesn’t seem to bother Labor.
Politics
State’s huge move on rego, vouchers
Car rego costs have been slashed and vouchers for children’s sport have been boosted as Queensland prepares to unveil a cash splash budget.
PM, Dutton team up against Greens
Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton have teamed up to blame the Greens for anger among the Australian public over the conflict in Gaza.
Why town wants to dump rookie mayor
An Aussie mayor barely two months into his reign has been hit with a vote of no confidence and residents also want him out.
Mayor in hot water after ACA trainwreck
Queensland Premier Steven Miles has called for the resignation of Townsville Mayor Troy Thompson after his damning interview on A Current Affair.
‘Matter for US’: Albo reacts to Trump verdict
Donald Trump’s guilty conviction in a cover up of a sex scandal has raised questions about the likely presidential nominee’s relations with Australia.
’Fixing it is my job’: Minister digs in
The immigration minister is refusing to resign despite intensifying political turmoil over a controversial ministerial directive.
Transport fares slashed to 50c in one state
Bus, train and ferry fares in one Aussie state will be slashed to the cheapest flat fee in the country – with the Premier stating public transport will be “as close to free as you can get”.
Renegade senator sues his own party
A controversial senator is suing his own party after losing preselection for the senate during an internal ballot at their state conference.
MP hits back after ‘close your legs’ clip
A politician slammed for making inappropriate comments in parliament has hit back, saying she has been misrepresented ahead of the state election.
MP’s ‘disgraceful’ comment sparks outrage
A Liberal MP has sparked fury after making a “disgraceful” remark – but she has hit back with the truth.
Concerning sign as tourist vanishes
The police are calling on the public to help them find a Chinese woman who disappeared from a popular tourist spot.
Uni takes action against protesters
The University of Queensland will involve police and take disciplinary action against pro-Palestine student protesters after their conduct on campus allegedly resulted in assault and property damage.
‘Unsuitable’ casino granted licence lifeline
One state that plans on suspending a casino licence because of “major failings” has deferred the 90-day ban for a second time.
‘Lightweight’: Clash over migration vow
A pledge to slash permanent migration has been rejected because those against the idea claim it fails to fix Australia’s housing woes.
Dutton makes huge migration promise
The Coalition will ban foreign investors and drastically reduce migration numbers in a pre-election pitch that has accused Labor of being “disconnected” to everyday Australia.
One state getting $1300 bill boost
Households in one state will have the majority of their energy bills paid for a year following Tuesday night’s federal budget.
‘Unacceptable’: Top uni moves on protest
One of Australia’s leading universities has commenced disciplinary action as tensions surrounding a pro-Palestine encampment on campus escalate.
Woolies declines apology over price surges
A Woolworths executive has said while the company empathises with those hit by the cost of living crisis, the supermarket hasn’t “done anything wrong”.
Uni Palestine protest turns violent
A lecture room window has been smashed during a major pro-Palestine protest at one of Australia’s one most prestigious universities.
Labor a ‘mess’ amid new boat arrivals
Calls for the Prime Minister to sack a key minister are growing after a group of men were detained for breaching Australia’s border.
Plan to help farmers prepare for drought
The federal government is set to announce “vital” funding to help farmers and regional communities prepare for the next drought.
‘Bias’: Fiery debate on right to disconnect
A senior MP has blasted the federal government’s new right to disconnect laws in a fiery debate on television.
Dramatic arrest after eggs thrown at march
A pro-Palestine supporter has been dramatically arrested at a march after she allegedly tossed eggs into the crowd.
Drink spiking claims amid MP’s horror night
Police say they are aware of claims of drink spiking after a Queensland MP claimed she was drugged and sexually assaulted on a night out.
MP’s drug, assault claims as video circulates
Queensland MP Brittany Lauga claims she was drugged and sexually assaulted on a night out, with a video circulating of the incident on Snapchat.
States’ next move in ‘national crisis’
The nation’s police ministers will listen to experts and people with lived experience as they tackle the increasing scourge of domestic violence.
Whole state to get $1000 boost
Households in one Australian state will receive an upfront $1000 payment on their power bills come July 1.
PM’s $5k payment ‘not enough’ to stop crisis
The extension of a $5000 domestic violence payment adds ‘insult to injury’ and won’t be enough to help women who need assistance fleeing, advocates say.
New rules for smokers in one state
Smoko on the balcony will be a thing of the past for many Queenslanders as a raft of laws gives more authority to body corporates.
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