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ScoMo cosies up to Trump on NYE
The former prime minister made a surprise appearance at US President-elect Donald Trump’s New Year’s Eve celebrations.
‘Stellar’: ScoMo backs in second Trump win
The former prime minister was full of praise for a likely second Donald Trump presidency, saying it would be a win for the US economy.
ScoMo lands surprise new role
Former Prime Minister Scott Morrison has landed a surprise new role in Australia’s budding space industry.
Who bowled it better? Crisafulli risks a Howard in pursuit of glory
The message seems pretty clear: mix sport and politics at your own peril – just ask Scott Morrison or John Howard. But maybe David Crisafulli missed the memo?
Hillsong pastors’ secret multimillion-dollar payday
Former high-profile Hillsong Church pastors who once had ex-PM Scott Morrison in their congregation are now a lot richer.
‘Never again’: Albo reveals new rules
Anthony Albanese has unveiled new rules after a political scandal sparked by Scott Morrison, that “fundamentally undermined” Australia.
Barnaby’s ScoMo nuclear power bombshell
Barnaby Joyce revealed Scott Morrison rejected a push from within the Coalition to introduce nuclear power in Australia because polling showed it was unpopular.
ScoMo vetoed unwinnable nukes plan
Nationals MP Barnaby Joyce says former prime minister Scott Morrison ditched taking a nuclear energy policy to an election because it was unpopular.
’Nazis’: ScoMo slams Albo over Gaza refugees
Scott Morrison has hit out at Anthony Albanese for allowing Hamas-sympathising refugees into Australia.
‘Outrageous’: Ex-PM’s call on ‘lying cow’ gibe
Scott Morrison has told a court Senator Linda Reynolds’ reference to Brittany Higgins as a ‘lying cow’ was ‘outrageous’ but ‘out of character’.
Unlikely duo spotted at Sydney cafe
Dominic Perrottet and Scott Morrison were spotted just metres away from NSW parliament, as rumours of the ex-Premier’s looming resignation intensify.
Surprise witness in Higgins defamation case
A high profile figure is expected to be called up as a witness for Senator Linda Reynolds in her defamation case against former staffer Brittany Higgins.
Aussie family’s EV trip ‘proves ScoMo wrong’
Scott Morrison once famously said that EVs would “end the weekend” — and a Perth family is now on a nine-month mission to prove ScoMo “wrong”.
‘Worse than Morrison’: PM blasts Dutton
After the Opposition Leader signalled he would shelve Labor’s interim emissions reduction target, the Prime Minister accused him of “walking away” from climate action.
‘Worse than ScoMo’: Albo’s brutal spray
Anthony Albanese has slammed Peter Dutton as “worse than Scott Morrison on climate change” after the Coalition signalled it will ditch Labor’s 2030 emissions target.
‘Era of conflict’: Albo warns on Dutton
Levelling up his attacks on Peter Dutton, the Prime Minister warns the Liberal Opposition Leader is just like his predecessor.
Aussies stunned by ScoMo’s Trump post
Aussies have slammed Scott Morrison’s “embarrassing” Donald Trump post after the ex-prime minister met with the former US leader.
Chuffed Chalmers claims $9.3b budget win
Treasurer Jim Chalmers is set to announce a back-to-back surplus of $9.3 billion on the federal budget which hasn’t been seen for two decades.
ScoMo grilled in chaotic Sandilands interview
Scott Morrison has been grilled about China, smoking joints, Vladimir Putin and Jesus in a chaotic interview on the Kyle and Jackie O show.
Ex-treasurer Josh Frydenberg selling Hawthorn home
The ex-politician who served under Scott Morrison as treasurer has just put his house up for sale in Melbourne’s inner east. See what it might sell for.
Albo praises Scomo’s ‘brave’ admission
Anthony Albanese says he does not read comments on his social media posts to avoid the toll of abuse that comes with holding the nation’s top political job.
ScoMo’s big reveal on Turnbull’s fall
In a book full of startling revelations, former Prime Minister Scott Morrison writes that Malcolm Turnbull advised him to go for the top job during the infamous ‘spill week’ of 2018.
ScoMo makes candid health admission
Scott Morrison has revealed he was placed on medication to cope with “debilitating” anxiety during his prime ministership.
’Perfect storm’: Risk in fight for ScoMo seat
A perfect storm of conditions could send things “pear-shaped” for the Liberal Party at Saturday’s Cook by election, experts are warning.
‘He pretended’: Aussie actor scorches ScoMo
The hits keep coming for Scott Morrison with the former Prime Minister brutally called out for “fooling” NRL fans.
Labor makes huge call on ScoMo’s seat
The Labor Party have confirmed where they stand ahead of the by-election for the safe Liberal seat vacated by former PM Scott Morrison.
ScoMo unaware of secret plot against him
It has been reported there is much more to the story of Scott Morrison’s brutal loudspeaker news, but the ex-PM has now responded.
‘Brutal’ ScoMo news announced on PA system
Cronulla Sharks fans have recalled hearing some “brutal” Scott Morrison news over the loudspeaker at an NRL game on Friday.
‘Scotty no mates’: Project hosts mock ScoMo
An Aussie comedian has delivered a savage sledge of the former PM after his farewell party was cancelled.
Role ScoMo is giving up after 8 years
Former prime minister Scott Morrison will relinquish an “honour” that he has held since 2016 as he begins his life away from politics.
By-election set for ScoMo’s old seat
South Sydney voters will head back to the polls next month to vote in the Cook by-election, after former PM Scott Morrison resigned.
Risk of trying to win ScoMo’s old seat
Labor is still debating whether to run a candidate in Scott Morrison’s old seat of Cook and risk the political capital.
ScoMo’s fiery defence of replacement
Former prime minister Scott Morrison has enthusiastically backed his wannabe successor, who will run for the Liberal Party in the upcoming Cook by-election.
Winner declared for ScoMo’s former seat
NSW Liberals have chosen a candidate to contest the Sydney electorate of former prime minister Scott Morrison.
Call for major rule change after ScoMo quits
Scott Morrison’s exit to join a firm linked to AUKUS has raised eyebrows and renewed calls for tougher lobbying rules.
ScoMo’s bizarre Taylor tribute in final speech
Scott Morrison has choked back tears in an emotional final speech to parliament as an MP, but he also fulfilled a promise to his daughters.
ScoMo’s family targeted over Swift concert
The former prime minister and his family have been subjected to “vicious” comments online after attending Taylor Swift’s Sydney concert.
Scomo gets ready for final goodbye
One of Australia’s most controversial leaders will give his final words to Parliament.
‘Ignorant’: ScoMo’s ‘river to the sea’ claim
The former prime minister has given a passionate speech at a rally fighting against anti-Semitism, telling about 10,000 people he wants to show solidarity with Jewish people.
How ScoMo kept $90b secret at dinner
Scott Morrison held back at a high stakes dinner with Emmanuel Macron in a move that severed relationships with France.
ScoMo reveals surprise retirement plan
Scott Morrison confirmed he would exit politics next month, and while the scandal-plagued former PM has lined up a new job, he’s got a bigger task to tackle closer to home.
How tradies inspired tax overhaul
A major motivation for stage three tax cuts was a need to quietly crackdown on tax-avoiding tradies, a leading financial expert has claimed.
Scomo under fire for AUKUS job
Mr Morrison will clock in alongside key former Trump figures, former secretary of state Mike Pompeo and ex-security advisor Robert O’Brien.
‘Hit him on the backside’: Final ScoMo jab
Leaders are doling out their farewells to Scott Morrison after the polarising figure announced his resignation from Australian politics.
ScoMo asks for ‘forgiveness’ after resignation
Scott Morrison says there are things “people need to forgive” him for while reflecting on his time as prime minister.
ScoMo’s surprising next move after quitting
Just hours after confirming he has quit politics, Scott Morrison has revealed he’s already accepted two new jobs.
Moment that defined ScoMo as PM
Scott Morrison has confirmed he’ll be quitting politics next month. Here’s a look back at some of his more notorious moments.
Ex-PM finally gets his Hawaii holiday
Four years after igniting a scandal by fleeing Australia’s bushfires on a business class flight, ScoMo has finally got his Hawaii vacation.
Why Albo shouldn’t be ashamed of ‘ugly baby’ tax cuts
Stage 3 tax cuts, which promise to shower Australian workers with cash, are Labor’s ugly baby – unloved and hidden out the back, writes Samantha Maiden.
Albo’s shame over $69bn ‘ugly baby’
Stage 3 tax cuts, which promise to shower Australian workers with cash, are Labor’s ugly baby – unloved and hidden out the back.
Fury over $320bn tax handout for the rich
Chances are you’ll score a tax cut from the middle of the year – unless a concerted campaign by economists to claw it back succeeds.
Five furious words after Higgins interview
Scott Morrison’s press secretary unloaded on The Project after Lisa Wilkinson’s interview with Brittany Higgins went to air, new details have revealed.
Scott Morrison’s big new move
The former prime minister is set to release a book early this year, with contributions from a high profile US politician.
New premier lashed for ScoMo moment
A newly installed premier has defended his choice to go on a family holiday while a large part of the state was ravaged by devastating floods.
‘Puppet master or bumbling partner?’
Brittany Higgins’ boyfriend has been called a “puppet master” who used her allegations to target the Liberals – but is he just a “bumbling’ partner?
Ex boyfriend’s warning to Scomo’s office
Brittany Higgins’ ex has told the Federal Court he contacted Scott Morrison’s office in 2019 to get Ms Higgins “help” after the alleged rape.
Wild scenes as Labor forces ScoMo vote
A fired up senate has finally closed a loophole that allowed Scott Morrison to secretly appoint himself to five portfolios during the pandemic.
ScoMo’s big regret in ministries scandal
The former PM says there’s one glaring regret he has after secretly having himself appointed to five extra portfolios during Covid.
‘Horrific’ scenes ScoMo witnessed
Scott Morrison apologised as he spoke of the “horrific” scenes he witnessed during his trip to Israel with former UK prime minister Boris Johnson.
Leave Israel ‘showboating’ to ScoMo: Turnbull
Former prime minister Malcolm Turnbull has backed Anthony Albanese for not visiting Israel after Scott Morrison’s surprise trip.
ScoMo’s big call on Israel-Hamas conflict
The former prime minister is the first Australian politician to tour Israel in the wake of the Jewish state’s conflict with Hamas.
ScoMo makes surprise trip to Israel
Scott Morrison has made a surprise trip to Israel with former UK prime minister Boris Johnson.
‘Put in place’: Waleed shamed in leaked texts
Leaked private messages sent by one of Australia’s most senior public servants show Scott Morrison being praised for putting Waleed Aly “in his place”.
ScoMo’s memoir ’more religious than political’
Details have emerged about former Liberal Prime Minister Scott Morrison’s memoir, which will tackle questions including “who am I” and “how do I live”.
Dutton rebuffs Scomo on PM’s China trip
Peter Dutton admitted there were “points of aggravation” between Beijing and Australia but supported Mr Albanese’s upcoming visit to China.
Tame’s candid admission over viral picture
It’s been described as the world’s most awkward photo opportunity. Now Grace Tame has shed a new light on the infamous moment.
‘Shake my head’: Albo’s blunt ScoMo call
The Prime Minister has offered his blunt assessment on Scott Morrison and Peter Dutton and detailed the trip he took to get over his ex-wife.
Backlash after Albo’s major call on Israel
Labor has vowed to strengthen its objections to ‘illegal’ Israeli settlements in a major swing ahead of next week’s national conference.
‘Clearly false’: Push for fresh ScoMo probe
The Greens have sought to refer the conduct of Scott Morrison over the illegal robodebt scheme to a powerful committee that often proves contempt.
‘Self pity’: ScoMo torched in fiery scenes
Bill Shorten has unleashed on Scott Morrison as a “bottomless well of self-pity without mercy for the real victims” of the Robodebt scheme.
‘No victim’: ScoMo lashed for robodebt speech
Former prime minister Scott Morrison has been lashed after delivering a lengthy, fiery speech defending his actions in the robodebt saga.
Scomo hits back at grave claims
Scott Morrison says the findings of the royal commission into robodebt are “unsubstantiated” after he was raked across the coals in a report.
ScoMo spotted after European getaway
The former prime minister has refused to answer questions after he was spotted home from his European holiday.
Scomo’s Europe holiday amid calls to resign
Scott Morrison has been spotted hauling his own luggage while island-hopping in Greece as speculation builds over his future in politics.
Dutton stands firm behind ScoMo
As Scott Morrison keeps mum over whether he’ll stay in parliament, Peter Dutton is backing his former leader.
Pressure mounts for ScoMo to go
Former prime minister Scott Morrison is facing calls to finally quit parliament as he is slammed for his role in robodebt – with his former ministers joining the fray.
ScoMo rejects Cronulla Sharks rumour
Scott Morrison’s office has rejected a story suggesting the Cronulla Sharks could revoke his status as No. 1 ticketholder.
‘On his conscience’: Big call on Scomo’s future
Scott Morrison and other senior robodebt figures will have the disastrous scheme on their conscience for ‘the rest of their lives’, Labor says.
Dutton’s call on Scomo’s future
Liberal leader Peter Dutton has made a call on Scott Morrison’s future after the bruising Royal Commission findings into the robodebt scheme were handed down.
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