Libs, Nats ‘will agree on net zero’
Coalition leader Sussan Ley is refusing to ‘foreshadow the outcome’ of a review into net zero by 2050
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‘You will be dominated’: Huge China warning
As Australia’s biggest war-games reach their tail end, Canberra has been hit with a grim warning about a “threat” facing future generations.
Barnaby’s bizarre act on live TV
The eccentric Nationals MP was lecturing one of his fellow Coalition members on the difference between a steer and a bull.
Nationals taking on a challenge on nation’s net-zero mindset
Australians are fearful about the purported closely correlated link between energy use and the natural periodically occurring climatic events they are always being hectored about.
Ley under the pump as Coalition uprising against net zero grows
Sussan Ley is facing a growing Coalition uprising to dump net zero by 2050, with the WA and Queensland divisions moving to formally oppose the policy and David Littleproud signalling the Nationals could walk away from the pledge.
Littleproud ‘relaxed’ over Nationals leadership noise
David Littleproud says he is ‘relaxed’ about his position as Nationals leader after party veteran Barnaby Joyce revealed he would vote for Michael McCormack in a leadership contest.
Minister’s brutal sledge to ‘virile’ Nats
The antics of question time have begun, with Energy Minister Chris Bowen launching a sledge on the unlikely alliance between former rivals.
Net zero a ‘socialist intrusion’, says Joyce
Former deputy prime minister has doubled down with his attacks on net zero climate policy saying it is leaving Australians destitute and abandoning it will not divide the Nationals or Coalition.
Top 50 ASSRL schoolboys re-ranked: 11 new entries in seismic shake-up
There has been a seismic shift following the completion of the ASSRL schoolboy rugby league carnival, with a new No.1 and multiple new entries in our top 50 list. See the new-look rankings.
‘Insane’: Barnaby’s backbench rebellion
The man leading a backbench rebellion in the Coalition on net zero has explained why he is doing it.
‘Salacious’: Barnaby fires up on leadership
Barnaby Joyce says his campaign to end the commitment to net zero has nothing to do with trying to push out Nationals leader David Littleproud.
Nats’ odd couple a burr in Littleproud’s saddle
Michael McCormack and Barnaby Joyce have forged an unlikely bromance that threatens the long-term future of wounded Nationals leader David Littleproud.
Unlikeliest of allies have knives out … for net zero
Michael McCormack has joined Barnaby Joyce’s campaign to repeal net zero, as the two former deputy prime ministers deliver a scathing assessment of David Littleproud.
Barnaby’s big call after ‘brutal’ poll
A Nationals heavyweight is calling for a change in strategy after a poll’s brutal results for the Coalition under new leader Sussan Ley.
NDIS risks shut down if costs not cut: Opposition
Garth Hamilton and Barnaby Joyce say the Coalition should back tighter eligibility rules to limit how many people join the $52bn-a-year NDIS program.
‘Failure’: Labor blasted after Taiwan call
Nationals MPs Barnaby Joyce and David Littleproud teed off at the government for its support of the “status quo” in Taiwan.
Ranked: The 50 best schoolboy rugby league players in Australia
We rank the top 50 under-18 rugby league players in the country — including a young gun who might make his NRL debut this year and a Reece Walsh clone. See the full list.
Nationals rule out state’s Coalition deal
The Nationals have ruled out forming a Coalition with one state’s Liberal party just days ahead of voters going to the ballot box.
Message to Rudd after Trump’s tariff blindside
Nationals senator Bridget McKenzie says Australia’s “clunky” relationship with the US is proof Kevin Rudd is not “successfully” doing his job as ambassador.
‘Blown away’: Teen weapons at junior girls rugby champs
There are sisters, tough nuts, weapons and daughters of rugby guns out to make their own marl. The NSW Sydney and County teens ready to unleash at the girls Australian rugby juniors
Leader’s shock after childcare bombshell
Nationals Leader David Littleproud has reacted with shock to a bombshell Herald Sun report revealing potential offenders can still work with children while under investigation.
Next Gen Wallabies, Brisbane Olympians at schools, nationals rugby
Super Rugby talent ID gurus, coaches and footy scouts will be taking a keen interest in our future Wallabies, Wallaroos and Olympians at the Australian schools and national titles. Guide
‘Get over here’: Albo’s big ‘concern’
A Coalition heavyweight is calling on Anthony Albanese to sort out a face-to-face with Donald Trump after comments from two US politicians.
Top shot! Big hits, slick moves at NSW schoools U18s rugby trials
There were big hts, slick moves, speed to burn and fancy footwork at the NSW schools U18s selection trials in Sydney this week. Photo special
Hanson’s demand after US attacks Iran
Pauline Hanson is pushing for a visa ban for Iranian nationals and tougher action on nationwide protests against recent US strikes.
‘Real cost of net-zero’: Canavan to lead review into Nationals’ energy policy
Nationals Senator Matt Canavan says he has been asked by the Nationals party room to help measure the ‘real cost of net-zero’ after making repeated calls for the Coalition to step away from the policy.
‘Get on the plane Albo’: Plea to PM
Anthony Albanese has been urged to “get on the plane” after US President Donald Trump pulled out of a planned G7 meeting at the last minute.
Aspen Medical at heart of ADF health services
Aspen Medical has deployed medical staff all over the world for 22 years, supporting the ADF and providing health services in conflict zones and fragile states, and disease outbreaks.
‘Alarm bells’: Plea for AUKUS back-up
Barnaby Joyce is calling for a “contingency plan” amid fears the US is abandoning the centrepiece of Australia’s 21st century defence strategy.
Nats opposing AFL stadium to win Tassie seats
The Nationals believe they can ‘take Tassie by storm’ at the state election and are controversially joining the Greens in opposing a key Liberal pet project.
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