Climate 200 accused of ‘push polling’ in key Sydney seat ahead of NSW election Exclusive: fundraising group defends telephone polling after complaint by NSW Liberal party director The Guardian - AU · Mar 17, 2023
Death in custody of black man would automatically lead to tension, inquiry told An inquiry into the circumstances around Mr Bayoh’s death is continuing. The Independent UK · Mar 17, 2023
Australian living in Edinburgh sparks debate after making 'British claim' Paff Evara - originally from Australia - now lives in Edinburgh with their Scottish wife but claims to have noticed a huge difference in national identity depending on who they speak to from the UK. Edinburgh Live · Mar 17, 2023
Linda Burney insists ‘there is no division’ with Indigenous voice working group yet to finalise advice With group to meet again, timetable leaves only a few days for advice to be considered before cabinet meeting The Guardian - AU · Mar 17, 2023
It's all handshaking and bubs for Dom in Libs' old hood NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet has pressed the flesh in what used to be a Liberal lock as the local MP concedes every vote is precious. AAP · Mar 17, 2023
Everything you need to know about the NSW election: when is it, how to vote and who will win? Voting is underway across the state and polls favour Labor to win. But the 25 March election could also produce a hung parliament The Guardian - AU · Mar 17, 2023
Climate policy push heats up as parliament returns With a fortnight of parliamentary sittings in Canberra, Labor is keen to secure a win on its centrepiece election promise to cut carbon emissions. AAP · Mar 17, 2023
Dutton’s absence from NSW election ‘remarkable’: PM The prime minister has joined the NSW election campaign to lob bombs at the government, days out from the state election. The New Daily · Mar 17, 2023
SA parliament in Sunday sitting for voice bill A big crowd is expected to gather at parliament house in Adelaide on March 26 for a Sunday sitting to pass legislation for an Indigenous voice to parliament. AAP · Mar 17, 2023
Voice on track for poll later this year, says Burney Minister for Indigenous Linda Burney says the wording of a referendum question on the Indigenous voice to parliament is close and on schedule. AAP · Mar 17, 2023
Ex-Victorian Liberals boss perplexed by 'unlawful' ads Former Victorian Liberal Party director Sam McQuestin has been afforded extra time to mount his case over a series of allegedly unlawful election ads. AAP · Mar 17, 2023
Albury Wodonga Regional Cancer Centre helping Close the Gap with Indigenous artwork Staff at a cancer centre in Albury Wodonga hope that new artworks will help First Nations people feel more comfortable seeking treatment, after feedback the centre was "too clinical" and a potential trigger for intergenerational trauma. ABC News · Mar 17, 2023
Kimberley youth take to TikTok to fight juvenile crime trends by teaching kids about the law While the TikTok has drawn anger for glamorising youth crime, these young Kimberley leaders are using it to create change by educating their peers about the legal system. ABC News · Mar 16, 2023
Western Australian archaeological project to connect 60,000 years of desert history The project will involve ten different Indigenous communities and groups, and examine a rich history dating back 60,000 years or more across a massive stretch of Western Australia. ABC News · Mar 16, 2023
ABC News · Mar 16, 2023 New South Wales Nationals MP, former member for Myall Lakes, Stephen Bromhead dies The Myall Lakes MP retired from state politics in October last year, after revealing his diagnosis of mesothelioma.
ABC News · Mar 16, 2023 Australian and New Zealand Indigenous groups to sign 'Football Treaty' ahead of FIFA Women's World Cup Just months from the start of the FIFA Women's World Cup, Indigenous representatives in Australia and New Zealand are signing their own 'Football Treaty'.
ABC News · Mar 16, 2023 All workplaces can be more inclusive of the LGBTQIA+ community. Here's how There are many things that workplaces can do to hire and retain diverse employees, and to create a genuine sense of belonging at work.
AAP · Mar 16, 2023 Emotions boil over at NSW pre-election LGBTQI forum Emotions have boiled over at a community forum ahead of the NSW election as politicians were urged to commit to the rights of trans and gender-diverse people.
The Guardian - AU · Mar 16, 2023 Voice referendum bills still on track for parliament, Labor says, despite impasse in negotiations Albanese government hopes to progress two bills in the coming parliamentary fortnight as working group advice is finalised
The Guardian - AU · Mar 16, 2023 NSW Liberal candidate shared online post criticising Christians who send children to public schools Exclusive: Another post calling homosexuality a sin was also shared by Blacktown contender Allan Green
The New Daily · Mar 16, 2023 Morrison’s legacy lives on as second secret MP named The story of Scott Morrison’s secret assumption of the powers to run much of the Australian government continues to surprise.
The New Daily · Mar 16, 2023 Qld passes controversial youth justice laws Queensland has passed controversial youth justice laws in response to a number of high-profile crimes after fiery debate in state parliament.
AAP · Mar 16, 2023 Queensland passes controversial youth justice laws The Queensland parliament has passed laws that criminalise bail breaches for children and allow courts to fit 15-year-olds with GPS trackers.
ABC News · Mar 16, 2023 Developer Chambroad accused of Aboriginal 'cultural appropriation' over Kangaroo Bay hotel changes A controversial hotel development in Tasmania will now include a floor dedicated to the area's Indigenous past — but Aboriginal people say it's not their story to tell.
ABC News · Mar 16, 2023 WA police launch fresh search for missing man Corey O'Connell, last seen near Nannup WA police are scouring bushland in the state's south-west to find any sign of missing man Corey O'Connell, who was last seen walking along a regional highway almost two years ago.