Australian Politics

The government has released its action plans to end violence against women and children Will…

Kate-Fitz ...August 16, 2023

These long-awaited plans detail what the Commonwealth, state and territory governments have agreed to do to eliminate domestic violence. The post The government has released its action plans to end…

Duttons climate stunt sacrifices tax cut promise Labor

James Robe...June 20, 2023

Peter Dutton risks sacrificing an election promise on small business tax cuts to pull a political stunt on climate change, Labor claims. His dedication to the bit is being tested…

Australia politics live parliament about to pass law setting up the Indigenous voice referendum

Amy Remeik...June 18, 2023

Follow the day’s news liveChalmers to herald record job growthTreasurer Jim Chalmers will no doubt take a dixer on this today – the Albanese government has “had the strongest job…

Australia politics live Labor asks whether Coalition targeting Gallagher over Sharaz links is ethical in…

Amy Remeik...June 14, 2023

Follow latest updatesLiberal MPs break ranks to call for inquiry into Brittany Higgins’ leaked text messagesGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcast‘A sackable offence’Here…

Lisa Wilkinson begs Jacinta Nampijinpa Prices forgiveness for out of context wisecracks

The New Da...June 10, 2023

Lisa Wilkinson has apologised to Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price over an audio clip that emerged during the week of her seemingly joking about the pronunciation of the senator’s name and…

Defence review release date disgraceful Coalition

Tess Ikono...April 25, 2023

Anthony Albanese has been labelled “disgraceful and disrespectful” for his government’s decision to release a major review of Australia’s defence force the day before Anzac Day. Opposition assistant defence spokesman…

Defence force to reimagine capabilities Marles

Maeve Bann...April 25, 2023

Defence Minister Richard Marles wants to reshape Australia’s strategic direction to prepare for potential future conflicts, but says defence force recruitment and capability gaps remain a challenge. A major review…

Former MP Tim Wilson defends ridiculous Anzac wreath clash

The New Da...April 23, 2023

Teal independent Zoe Daniel has described a clash at a weekend Anzac Day commemoration involving her predecessor, Tim Wilson, as “sad”. Meanwhile, Mr Wilson has defended his actions, after he…

Precision missiles budget bombs expected in defence review

James Robe...April 23, 2023

Tens of billions worth of department of defence projects are expected to be scrapped and reprioritised after a review into Australia’s national defence strategy tipped to recommend new missile purchases…