Rich deal to send Aussie armoured vehicles to Germany A $1 billion defence deal with Germany is expected to create hundreds of Aussie jobs, with Anthony Albanese touring a military manufacturer to spruik the pact. AAP · Apr 1, 2024
Vigilance as crime continues under Alice Springs curfew Alice Springs is still being hit with underage crime, days after a curfew was imposed, but the NT's police chief says there are some positive changes. AAP · Mar 30, 2024
Messages of forgiveness as Australia marks Easter Messages of forgiveness and renewal featured throughout Easter messages and religious services, as volunteers served feasts to those who are doing it tough. AAP · Mar 30, 2024
The week in parliament: Albanese’s attempts to appease Dutton land Labor in a political quagmire of its own making Curtailing of parliamentary debate frustrates crossbench, terse words over bureaucrat’s tears, and unlikely bedfellows on excessive-deaths motion The Guardian - AU · Mar 29, 2024
Curfew fails to wipe out youth crime wave in red centre Alice Springs is still being hit with underage crime days after a curfew was brought in, but the NT's top cop says there have been some positive changes. AAP · Mar 29, 2024
Manufacturers' time to shine as nation reindustrialises It's hoped a billion-dollar investment in solar panel manufacturing will usher in a new age of industrialisation for the Australian economy. AAP · Mar 28, 2024
China drops heavy tariffs against Australian winemakers China has abolished heavy tariffs on Australian wine that were imposed at the height of diplomatic tensions in 2020. AAP · Mar 28, 2024
Labor pushed to explain rush on new deportation powers A push to coerce people who refuse to co-operate with their deportation from Australia has been stalled as politicians ask why Labor is trying to rush new laws. AAP · Mar 28, 2024
Fears Alice Springs youth curfew could inflame tensions Tensions are simmering on Alice Springs' streets as an emergency curfew takes effect, with critics of the response saying it could make the situation worse. AAP · Mar 28, 2024
Solar largesse shines on coal industry in sunset Australia's former fossil fuel hubs could play a significant role in the nation's energy transition as the government makes a major manufacturing commitment. AAP · Mar 27, 2024
Senator quits party to sit as independent – as it happened This blog is now closed. The Guardian - AU · Mar 27, 2024
PM rebuffs calls to intervene in AFL drugs scandal The prime minister has been urged to investigate and intervene in explosive drug allegations levelled at the AFL. AAP · Mar 27, 2024
PM flags Greens path to school discrimination safeguard The government might work with the Greens on discrimination protections if the opposition fails to get on board, the prime minister has told parliament. AAP · Mar 26, 2024
Guardian Essential poll: only 29% of voters support more public funding of election candidates Exclusive: poll rings alarm bells as Albanese government eyes major electoral reforms amid weakening popularity with voters The Guardian - AU · Mar 25, 2024
AAP · Mar 24, 2024 Labor dips in Newspoll as cost of living bites Slipping Labor support in the latest Newspoll reflects growing uncertainty among households in the current government's handling of economic inflation.
The Guardian - AU · Mar 24, 2024 Climate-conscious investors put nuclear dead last on list of desirable Australian ventures Fewer than one in 10 investors exploring new investments in the technology, with most preferring renewables
The Guardian - AU · Mar 23, 2024 UK defence secretary given a ride from Canberra to Adelaide in Australian military fighter jet In demonstration of Australia’s air combat capability, Grant Shapps travels in RAAF Super Hornet after meeting with Anthony Albanese
AAP · Mar 23, 2024 Australia sends 'support and strength' to Princess Kate The thoughts of Australians are with the Princess of Wales following her announcement she is being treated for cancer, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says.
The Guardian - AU · Mar 22, 2024 Australia’s religious and sex discrimination laws need fixing, a new report says. What happens next? Australian Law Reform Commission report welcomed by LGBTQ+ rights groups but faith leaders have rejected its recommendations
AAP · Mar 22, 2024 Liberal focuses on families as PM lashes lack of women The man tipped to replace Scott Morrison in the seat of Cook has side-stepped criticisms of the Liberals' failure to pre-select more women in winnable seats.
AAP · Mar 22, 2024 Cash leaves flood survivors making do in the aftermath Australians left to deal with the "devastating impact" of significant flooding damage are faced with complex insurance policies that offer little to no support.
AAP · Mar 22, 2024 Flood recovery rolls on but there's a pub with no beer The owner of The Central Hotel in Eugowra - once the heart of the NSW town but closed since a major flood - has appealed to the prime minister for help.
AAP · Mar 22, 2024 Australians don't want religious culture war, PM warns Debates on religious freedoms and LGBTQI rights have re-ignited but the prime minister has urged Australians to practice respect to prevent another culture war.
AAP · Mar 21, 2024 Vic man drives crusade to Canberra - on a lawnmower A 66-year-old diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND) has ridden a lawnmower to Canberra to raise awareness about the not-so-commonly discussed condition.
AAP · Mar 21, 2024 Great White hope for third time lucky to become premier Tasmania Labor leader Rebecca White is having a third tilt at becoming premier but polls suggest her party faces an uphill battle to form a majority government.