Alleged NSW bikie boss to be extradited from Queensland A senior Comanchero bikie is to be extradited to NSW after allegedly contravening a Serious Crime Prevention Order on the Gold Coast. AAP · Feb 9, 2023
Morning Mail: Angus Taylor’s role in energy price report, China’s ‘Spamouflage’ threat, Burt Bacharach dies Exclusive story reveals how Coalition delayed news of hikes; thinktank says Beijing linked to online campaign to undermine democracy The Guardian - AU · Feb 9, 2023
As the Liberal-National Coalition marks its 100th birthday, will it survive for many more? This week marks one hundred years of the federal coalition between the Liberal and National parties, the most successful governing partnership in Australian history. The Conversation · Feb 9, 2023
Terrence was hiding that he couldn't read or write but now he reads books on his commute It was for the saddest of reasons Terrence Lennon Wingfield skipped school a lot — the young Aboriginal boy was being relentlessly picked on for his disability. When his mother died, he tapped out completely. ABC News · Feb 9, 2023
Fortune Agribusiness' plans for massive water licence a risk to cultural sites, report finds Opponents say the public deserves as much input possible into a nationally significant proposal drawing from Singleton Station's record-breaking 40,000 megalitre water licence, after a report found cultural and ceremonial sites will be diminished by its impact on groundwater. ABC News · Feb 9, 2023
When Matt got Irish citizenship, he lost his Australian citizenship. But he didn't find out until 20 years later Under a little known and now-repealed piece of legislation, Australian adults who took up a second citizenship prior to 2002 automatically lost their Australian rights. But more than 20 years later, it's still impacting families today. ABC News · Feb 9, 2023
'Countless' convictions potentially in jeopardy as judge-alone trial challenged The Commonwealth Solicitor-General says the issue would be a problem for the ACT and the Northern Territory. The Canberra Times · Feb 9, 2023
NSW MP to introduce bill banning gay conversion practices in state In the 1990s, Kim Kemmis tried to turn straight by attending religious "support groups". Years later he realised no number of exorcisms would change his sexuality and was left feeling "crushed". ABC News · Feb 9, 2023
Victorian government must overhaul bail laws to create ‘meaningful’ change, legal groups say Advocates concerned after Daniel Andrews suggested looking at offence types rather than scrapping controversial 2018 changes The Guardian - AU · Feb 9, 2023
Aboriginal Central Australians meet in Alice Springs to discuss strategies for tackling crime and social unrest More than 200 Aboriginal people across Central Australia have gathered at an Indigenous-only meeting in Alice Springs to discuss strategies to combat rising crime and community unrest. ABC News · Feb 9, 2023
Lidia Thorpe won’t rule out launching new political party as she doubles down against voice to parliament Exclusive: Former Greens senator says she will be guided by activists and elders as she pledges to champion the Blak sovereignty movement The Guardian - AU · Feb 9, 2023
Dozens of South Australian council members set to lose positions for failing to disclose gifts Almost 50 mayors and councillors are likely to lose their positions for failing to disclose gifts given to them during their election campaigns. ABC News · Feb 9, 2023
Former Canberra bikie boss arrested in Queensland Allan Meehan was elevated to ACT chapter president after Pitsoni Ulavalu was fatally stabbed in Komokos nightclub. The Canberra Times · Feb 9, 2023
Aboriginal Affairs Minister Selena Uibo defends NT government decision to abolish independent Treaty Commission Selena Uibo says the NT government remains committed to a treaty with Aboriginal territorians, after it was accused of deliberately delaying the process. ABC News · Feb 9, 2023
Newcastle Herald · Feb 9, 2023 Down with noise complaints: Labor's entertainment plans for Newcastle Labor is planning for the creation of a Special Entertainment Precinct in Newcastle.
ABC News · Feb 9, 2023 NT opposition to bring no-confidence motion against Fyles Labor government Tensions are rising in Northern Territory politics as the government prepares to bring new alcohol ban laws to parliament.
The Guardian - AU · Feb 9, 2023 Albanese’s stance against public funding for yes and no voice campaigns backed by Birmingham Coalition frontbencher breaks ranks with Peter Dutton saying taxpayer funds should not be used for referendum campaigns
AAP · Feb 9, 2023 Australia may return Norfolk Island to self-governance Almost 2200 people living on Norfolk Island could have self-rule returned more than seven years after the federal government took over the remote island.
ABC News · Feb 9, 2023 First Nations Voice legislation greeted with standing ovation and cheers in SA parliament While it is not yet in effect, South Australia's state-based First Nations Voice is already generating noise, with cheers and applause greeting the introduction of the legislation underpinning it.
ABC News · Feb 9, 2023 Two officers sustain injuries after police car rammed in Kununurra Two police officers have been been treated for injuries after a stolen ute rammed their vehicle in Kununurra, a Kimberley town with high rates of youth crime.
ABC News · Feb 9, 2023 NT Attorney-General Chansey Paech referred to ICAC for alleged conflict of interest An independent NT politician has referred the Attorney-General to the ICAC over his alleged dealings with an Alice Springs Aboriginal organisation.
The Canberra Times · Feb 9, 2023 Labor ordered to reveal legal advice on controversial PEP-11 gas project Greens call on Anthony Albanese to stand on PEP-11 pre-election promise
The Canberra Times · Feb 9, 2023 Queanbeyan-Palerang residents to get a big increase in their rates bills Faced with the prospect of being sacked due to financial mismanagement, councillors voted for major rate rises.
The Conversation · Feb 9, 2023 Camp Cope leaves the Australian music industry forever changed by their fearless feminist activism Australian indie-rock trio Camp Cope announced yesterday they are splitting up. They leave behind an industry forever changed by their fearless feminist activism, and a legacy of empowered young fans.
AAP · Feb 9, 2023 Greens blast 'arrogant' PM over gas drilling project As Anthony Albanese awaits a court ruling before making a call on a controversial gas drilling project, the Greens have taken aim at his handling of the issue.