Albo to host key China leader in Australia
Premier Li Qiang will be the most senior Chinese leader to visit Australia since 2017 when he lands in the country on Saturday.
Politics
Defiant Bandt hits back at Palestine rally
The Greens leader has hit back after a bruising week, addressing a pro-Palestine rally and calling on the Prime Minister to expel Israel’s ambassador to Australia.
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.
Dire update in state’s bird flu crisis
Agricultural authorities in one state have issued a dire update after multiple poultry farms confirmed the highly-contagious bird flu had been detected.
Why suburb looks ‘like a caravan park’
An inner city suburb street looks “like a caravan park” as residents try to force council to shut a loophole allowing boats, dog washing trailers and campers to park in perpetuity.
Frydenberg’s huge call on return to politics
Former treasurer Josh Frydenberg broken his silence on rumours he is planning a political comeback following his defeat in the last federal election.
‘Needed’: Push for Frydenberg comeback
The former treasurer and deputy Liberal leader, who lost his seat to teal contender Monique Ryan, could be set to make a return to federal politics.
Criminals mar pro-Palestine protests
A rising tide of anti-weapons and pro-Palestinian sentiment has broken out across Melbourne, with peaceful protests marred by criminal acts.
‘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.
Frydenberg’s tears over anti-Semitic attacks
Former treasurer Josh Frydenberg has cried while interviewing a Jewish couple in Melbourne who were victims of anti-Semitism.
Protests follow Israel’s diplomatic blow
Australians have taken to the streets in their thousands to plead for greater action after a significant ruling on Israel’s war on Gaza.
Hundreds to be taxed for empty homes
Almost 200 properties in just five apartment buildings in Melbourne have sat empty for more than six months, as the nation’s rental crisis deepens.
‘Urgent’: Blackout risk as green power stumbles
The Australian Energy Market Operator is warning of “reliability gaps” without the ‘timely’ delivery of more transmission and energy infrastructure.
Cops called to pro-Palestine roof protest
Protesters who allegedly scaled a rooftop at a busy city university have been arrested, as demonstrators at another campus were issued a stern ultimatum.
‘Ratbags’: Protesters rock Labor conference
Labor delegates will meet again on Sunday for the Victorian state party conference after pro-Palestine protesters sent the venue into lockdown.
Melbourne has turned into a war zone
Melburnian Caleb Bond argues why incentives to ditch the car and take up cycling in Melbourne won’t work.
Premier “disgusted” by ugly Palestine protest
The Victorian Premier has blasted the actions of protesters who stormed the Victorian Labor Conference on Saturday.
‘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.
Huge move to help solve Aussie crisis
In the immediate wake of nationwide rallies, laws are being introduced to make one group of Aussies safer.
‘Biggest challenge’: Why MPs were in tears
A politician in her 40s has detailed her fight with “the beast” in an emotional moment at parliament.
Frydenberg’s advice to uni protesters
Two universities say pro-Palestine camps are safe, but a former federal treasurer says it’s time for protesters to pack it in.
‘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.
Asbestos concerns ‘until at least 2100’
Health and workers’ rights advocates are pushing ministers to curtail asbestos, warning it could linger into the next century despite being banned in 2003.
Albo: ‘Get serious’ on airport rail
The Prime Minister has called on Melbourne Airport owners to get on with a major infrastructure project to make it easier for passengers.
‘So much more to do’: Inside $3.2bn cash splash
The Victorian state budget has allocated more than $3bn to respond to women’s issues, but some say more is needed.
Budget slammed for making ‘life harder’
Victorians will see fewer infrastructure projects and a multi-billion dollar first homebuyer scheme will be retired in Treasurer Tim Pallas 10th state budget.
Budget winners and losers revealed
Dealing with a massive spend to weather the pandemic, and serious lack of workers, this state budget’s winners are few and far between.
$400 one-off payment for 700,000 families
There will be a $400 bonus for an estimated 700,000 Aussie families in one state’s budget today.
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