First Nations' Mardi Gras float issues climate call Among 170 floats and 10,000 marchers, First Nations collective Yamurrah has given a behind-the-scenes look at the work that goes into the Mardi Gras parade. AAP · Mar 1
One Nation might not only be a Coalition problem – there are warning signs for Labor too This week’s Essential poll found 58% of respondents were open to voting for Pauline Hanson’s One Nation at the next federal election The Guardian - AU · Feb 28
Premier pleads for end to ‘language of division’ in politics after WA police foil alleged mass terror attack Roger Cook condemned ‘dog whistling under the guise of immigration policy’ after police lay charges against alleged member of white supremacist group The Guardian - AU · Feb 28
Grocery grace as subsidy helps bring down outback costs The cost of 30 essential grocery items will be cut drastically in 15 remote communities after the federal government expanded an outback store subsidy scheme. AAP · Feb 28
Rules questioned as ex-Liberal leader eyes return as MP A political comeback attempt by a former Liberal leader with a drug conviction faces challenges as both major parties say they will preference him last. AAP · Feb 28
'White supremacist' accused of mass terror attack plot Police have charged a man allegedly motivated by racist ideology who was planning a terrorist attack targeting public buildings and mosques. AAP · Feb 27
Ley delivers parting shot as hotly contested seat opens Ousted Liberal leader Sussan Ley has fired a shot at her successor, welcoming the "immediate re-adoption" of her policies as the battle for her old seat begins. AAP · Feb 26
Fiery protest as controversial administrator sworn in Protesters have gathered to blast the controversial appointment of a territory's administrator in angry scenes, with a man arrested. AAP · Feb 26
Pauline Hanson’s daughter employed in taxpayer-funded job with NSW One Nation senator Exclusive: Tasmanian Lee Hanson employed as senior adviser to Sean Bell in role worth as much as $180,000 The Guardian - AU · Feb 26
Traditional owners sue Western Australia government for $1.5bn to clean up toxic asbestos at Wittenoom Town in the state’s Pilbara region was the site of three blue asbestos mines and has been described as ‘the largest contaminated site in the southern hemisphere’ The Guardian - AU · Feb 26
Minns government undermined social cohesion with NSW protest restrictions, constitutional challenge hears Lawyer for protest groups argues state needs to prove it was ‘rational to prevent all protests’ to achieve its goal The Guardian - AU · Feb 26
'Old man': Grace Tame lashes PM after difficult apology The prime minister has found himself at loggerheads with a former Australian of the Year over an 'unfortunate' one-word remark. AAP · Feb 26
Fears over Iranian regime's 'tentacles' in Australia An atmosphere of fear, intimidation and surveillance is pervasive within Australia's Iranian communities as the oppressive regime targets dissidents worldwide. AAP · Feb 26
Afternoon Update: Grace Tame takes aim at PM’s ‘difficult’ answer; Jacinda Ardern moves to Australia; and rejection sensitive dysphoria Albanese has apologised for ‘any misinterpretation’ of his one-word answer, saying he meant to describe the advocate’s ‘difficult life’ The Guardian - AU · Feb 26
AAP · Feb 26 Administrator backlash prompts apology, advice A territory administrator has apologised for controversial social media posts ahead of his swearing-in ceremony following a backlash over his appointment.
AAP · Feb 26 Bondi attack anti-protest laws 'limited and necessary' A government is defending anti-protest laws swiftly implemented after the Bondi Beach massacre which have been slammed as unconstitutional in court.
The Guardian - AU · Feb 26 New NT administrator apologises for ‘racist’ posts as MPs plan to boycott swearing-in ceremony Aboriginal leader says David Connolly won’t be welcome in communities amid calls for prime minister to scrap appointment
AAP · Feb 25 Indigenous poet claims richest state book prize A poet's latest work has been lauded for its emotional intelligence, while Palestinian-Australian author Randa Abdel-Fattah has won an award by popular vote.
The Guardian - AU · Feb 25 Evelyn Araluen wins $125,000 for ‘politically uncompromising’ poetry at Victorian premier’s literary awards Poet’s second collection The Rot won the Victorian prize for literature and the Indigenous writing category
AAP · Feb 25 Mother of five's death in custody triggers lawsuit The family of a woman who died in police custody in an outback watch house has launched a lawsuit alleging police breached their duty of care.
AAP · Feb 25 Plea to PM amid territory administrator backlash The backlash over a territory administrator's controversial appointment has ramped up before his swearing in ceremony, with the prime minister asked to step in.
AAP · Feb 24 Nightmare case leaves innocent man dead, duo locked up Police have confirmed a body dumped near a local golf course was that of Chris Baghsarian, an 85-year-old grandfather kidnapped in a case of mistaken identity.
The Guardian - AU · Feb 24 Police searching for kidnapped Chris Baghsarian tracked a Toyota to Pitt Town. Then they found human remains A quiet farming area off Pitt Town Bottoms Road became a major crime scene on Tuesday, as detectives searched for the abducted 85-year-old
AAP · Feb 24 Calls grow to step back from demonising opposing views A tone of debate dismissive of other perspectives risks fracturing society, with Australians already reluctant to engage with people with other viewpoints.
AAP · Feb 24 'Bizarre': Liberals attacked over One Nation statement The Liberals have been asked to clarify a "bizarre late night statement" and declare if it will do a preference deal with One Nation ahead of a state election.