Australian-first move to raise criminal age welcomed Non-profits and advocacy bodies have welcomed the ACT becoming the first Australian jurisdiction to raise the criminal age of responsibility from 10 to 14. AAP · Nov 2, 2023
Billionaire Branson calls for drug decriminalisation Entrepreneur Sir Richard Branson has called on the NSW government to follow the ACT in decriminalising drugs to reduce harm. AAP · Nov 1, 2023
‘For God’s sake, do something’: Richard Branson urges NSW to act on drug reform British billionaire says Minns Labor government must commit to timeframe for drug summit and ‘put people’s health first’ The Guardian - AU · Nov 1, 2023
Voluntary assisted dying is finally being considered in the ACT. How would it differ from state laws? The first Australian Capital Territory voluntary assisted dying bill in more than 25 years was tabled in parliament yesterday. The Conversation · Nov 1, 2023
Voluntary assisted dying laws introduced in ACT Laws to allow people intolerably suffering from a terminal illness to voluntarily end their own life have been introduced into the ACT Legislative Assembly. AAP · Oct 31, 2023
Building a better future for women: ACT honours leader ACT's Australian of the Year recipient is Jo Farrell, who has led the way for more women and girls to engage in the construction industry. AAP · Oct 30, 2023
Is Australia in the grips of a youth crime crisis? This is what the data says In recent months, there has been increasing focus on crime committed by young people in Australia. Politicians are coming under more pressure to respond to these well-publicised criminal acts and the public perceptions that Australia is in the grips of a youth crime crisis. The Conversation · Oct 30, 2023
Strong competition as Vic economy ranked nation's best Economic activity, retail spending and business investment has catapulted Victoria to best performing economy in the nation but it faces stiff competition. AAP · Oct 29, 2023
Drug possession decriminalised in one Aust jurisdiction An Australian jurisdiction will not criminally punish people caught with small amounts of illicit drugs in what could be a test case for the rest of the nation. AAP · Oct 27, 2023
ACT moves to punish jurors who conduct their own research during trials Attorney general says those in breach of proposed new rules could face up to two years in jail The Guardian - AU · Oct 26, 2023
Indigenous voice campaigners lash referendum 'no' vote After a week of silence, Indigenous voice campaigners have accused referendum 'no' voters of committing a "shameful act" in rejecting the constitutional change. AAP · Oct 22, 2023
The week in parliament: what’s next for a jubilant Coalition? Another culture war of course An opposition emboldened, Max Chandler-Mather in the Labor Burn Book and Michaelia Cash scolds ACT over ‘party lifestyle’ The Guardian - AU · Oct 20, 2023
Senators head off push to overturn ACT drug laws An attempt by the shadow attorney-general to overrule ACT drug decriminalisation laws has been rejected in the Senate. AAP · Oct 19, 2023
Warning of billion-dollar hit to state revenues after high court strikes down Victorian EV tax NSW premier Chris Minns says ruling on electric vehicle charge is ‘complex’ as governments scramble to understand its impact The Guardian - AU · Oct 18, 2023
The Conversation · Oct 17, 2023 Indigenous Australians supported Voice referendum by large margins; Labor retains large Newspoll lead With 79% of enrolled voters counted nationally, “no” has won the Voice referendum by a 60.7–39.3 margin. “No” has easily won in every state and territory except the ACT.
The Guardian - AU · Oct 15, 2023 ‘Crushing Indigenous hopes’: how the media reacted to voice referendum loss Newspapers and broadcasters abroad and in Australia reflect on the defeat and ask what happens next
AAP · Oct 15, 2023 'No' camp pledges practical solutions after voice fail The opposition says it's committing to improving the lives of Australia's most marginalised after the nation said no to an Indigenous voice in the constitution.
AAP · Oct 14, 2023 All states deliver majority 'no' vote in voice poll Counting in the Indigenous voice referendum shows a majority 'no' vote across the nation, with the ACT the only jurisdiction to back the 'yes' case.
AAP · Oct 13, 2023 Final NZ poll shows National-ACT-NZ First can govern New Zealanders will be governed by a three-way coalition from the right after Saturday's election, according to the final poll released by Roy Morgan.
The Conversation · Oct 12, 2023 Some states already have Indigenous advisory bodies. What are they, and how would the Voice be different? This weekend, Australia will vote on the enshrinement in the Constitution of the Voice to Parliament.
The Guardian - AU · Oct 10, 2023 Queensland to make stealthing illegal under new affirmative consent laws Exclusive: removing a condom without consent will be considered rape and could attract a maximum penalty of life in prison
The Conversation · Oct 9, 2023 Does your employer have to tell if they're spying on you through your work computer? The COVID pandemic stimulated an irreversible shift in where, when and how we work. This 21st-century model of working – dubbed the “new normal” – is characterised by increased flexibility and productivity gains.
AAP · Oct 5, 2023 Liberal factions ready for brawl over free Senate spot Liberal moderates have met in a bid to quell internal divisions over selecting a candidate for a vacant Senate seat as they try and gain support from the right.
AAP · Oct 5, 2023 Internal Liberal brawl beckons over free Senate spot A former Liberal treasurer considered a frontrunner for a free Senate spot is being told to brace for a tighter-than-expected race.
AAP · Oct 4, 2023 SUVs drive Australia to record month for vehicle sales Australian motorists have set a record for car sales in September, with SUVs making the greatest impact, representing more than half of all new vehicles.