Free access to potentially life-saving jab for seniors The federal government is introducing free respiratory syncytial virus vaccinations for Australians 75 years and older. AAP · Apr 18
Indian-origin politician calls out racism against Indian-Australians: 'We can overcome this hate by…' An Indian-origin Melbourne leader has called out what she describes as silence from politicians over racism targeting Indian Australians, saying the issue is about dignity, safety and equal respect. The Times of India · Apr 18
Labor faithful urged to connect, focus on what matters The leader of a struggling state opposition has urged the party's faithful to connect with voters and focus on the cost-of-living challenge. AAP · Apr 18
One Nation rejects allegations Victorian candidate was told to use personal bank account for campaign finances Pauline Hanson says reports contain ‘false allegations’ during a shambolic press conference in Victoria The Guardian - AU · Apr 18
Harry and Meghan's second trip Down Under 'a long way' from 2018 peak, writes Emily Andrews, who was there to witness it The royal correspondent remembers Harry and Meghan’s 2018 official royal tour of Australia as they embark on a return visit Woman & Home · Apr 18
Jacinta Allan wants voters to see Victoria’s 12-year-old Labor government as ‘new and united’. Can she cling to power? With a reshuffled cabinet, the premier is hoping to quell leadership rumblings as her party seeks an unprecedented fourth term The Guardian - AU · Apr 17
Liberals can rule again if they take a simple lesson from their defeat – but Taylor’s Trumpian plan strays from the light Taylor painted a grim picture of migration that fits more with his tenuous political position than the state of the country The Guardian - AU · Apr 17
Indian-origin politician Charishma Kaliyanda in Australia slams Liverpool mayor for doxxing her address: 'Completely unacceptable' An Indian-origin Labor MP has accused the Liverpool mayor of doxxing her, as police were called to a tense polling booth clash during a heated by-election campaign. The Times of India · Apr 17
By-election sparked by MP's death ignites fuel debate A by-election date has been confirmed after an MP's sudden death, triggering debate about a state government's handling of the fuel crisis. AAP · Apr 17
Afternoon Update: Ben Roberts-Smith granted bail; Meghan and Harry meet Bondi attack survivors; and should you vacuum slower? Former SAS corporal to be released from Silverwater prison ahead of potential trial for war crimes The Guardian - AU · Apr 17
One Nation retains seat after missing votes counted A new count triggered by the discovery of missing votes has confirmed a One Nation victory in a South Australian electorate and extended the winning margin. AAP · Apr 17
'My light, my future': teen killed by cop remembered A tearful mother has told a court her motorbike-loving son deserved a second chance after he was killed by an officer during a police pursuit. AAP · Apr 17
'Unworthy': Keating launches attack on Liberal leader Australia's 24th prime minister has accused Angus Taylor of racism and cowardice following the release of the opposition's migration policy. AAP · Apr 16
Discovery of unopened ballots prompts new count in SA seat One Nation won by just 58 votes Electoral commission to count votes in electorate of Narungga after Chantelle Thomas won the seat at the March state election The Guardian - AU · Apr 16
The Guardian - AU · Apr 16 NSW’s highest court strikes down anti-protest law introduced in wake of Bondi beach terror attack Court finds law – which effectively meant protesters could not march without risk of arrest – is unconstitutional
Evening Standard · Apr 16 Harry and Meghan pose for selfies with public during walking tour Joggers and cyclists looked stunned to see the duke and duchess strolling through one of Melbourne’s most popular running routes.
The Guardian - AU · Apr 16 Former NSW MP spruiked as ‘esteemed’ Liberal at campaign event – despite Icac’s ‘serious corrupt conduct’ finding Exclusive: John Sidoti wins cheers and applause at re-election fundraiser for his successor
The Guardian - AU · Apr 15 Bowen says Geelong fire appears to be accidental; Keating lashes Liberals– as it happened This blog is now closed
The Guardian - AU · Apr 15 Morning Mail: Inside One Nation’s finances, Labor’s defence boost, and can the Rinehart rift heal? Our investigation asks what has happened to public funds banked by Pauline Hanson’s party; plus will Gina Rinehart double down in her legal battle?
The Guardian - AU · Apr 15 Australian lesbian group’s fight to bar trans women to return to tribunal after federal court win While the Lesbian Action Group claims a ‘definite win’, Equality Australia says the judge ‘simply identified legal errors in the tribunal’s reasoning’
Evening Standard · Apr 15 ‘G’day everybody’ says Harry as he tries out Australian accent The Duke of Sussex made the remark while giving a speech about the Invictus Games, which he founded in 2014.
The Guardian - AU · Apr 15 Labor lashes Coalition immigration plan as Usman Khawaja calls policy ‘appalling’ Burke says Taylor chasing votes lost to One Nation while cricket great urges opposition to admit policy would discriminate against Muslims
Evening Standard · Apr 15 Duke of Sussex takes part in Aboriginal smoking ceremony Harry took part in the ceremony at the Australian War Memorial’s For Our Country memorial.
Evening Standard · Apr 15 Duke of Sussex meets Indigenous veterans at Australian War Memorial Harry is attending a Last Post Ceremony at the memorial in the Australian capital on Wednesday afternoon.
AAP · Apr 15 Revised donation laws vow after High Court ruling The High Court has quashed state political donation restrictions in a ruling with wide-reaching implications, though a state government will push for change.