‘Juvenile’: PM seeks advice as housing policy stalls Anthony Albanese says the government is seeking advice on the triggers for a double dissolution after the Greens delayed a key housing bill. The New Daily · Jun 20, 2023
Essendon legend Michael Long to walk in voice support Nearly 20 years after the initial Long Walk, Michael Long is reprising his Melbourne to Canberra trip in support of an Indigenous voice in the constitution. AAP · Jun 20, 2023
'Juvenile': PM seeks advice as housing policy stalls The prime minister says the government is seeking advice on the triggers required for a double dissolution after the Greens delayed a key housing bill. AAP · Jun 20, 2023
PM ‘comfortable’ if David Van never returns to Senate Anthony Albanese says he is comfortable if Senator David Van never returns to parliament following allegations of misconduct against him. The New Daily · Jun 20, 2023
Leak of Brittany Higgins texts likely ‘not legal’ and may deter women from speaking up, Albanese warns Prime minister says coverage and commentary that followed leaked texts have been ‘really regrettable’ The Guardian - AU · Jun 19, 2023
PM 'comfortable' if David Van never returns to Senate Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says he is comfortable if Senator David Van never returns to parliament following allegations of misconduct raised against him. AAP · Jun 19, 2023
PM considers timing of Indigenous Voice referendum Federal parliament has completed its work on designing the Indigenous voice referendum and later in the year it will be in the hands of Australian voters. The New Daily · Jun 19, 2023
Paul Bongiorno: Business as usual in Canberra – so much for a kinder, gentler politics Winston Churchill once observed that “democracy is the worst form of government, except for all the others that have been tried”. The New Daily · Jun 19, 2023
All details not necessary for referendum vote: advocate As the wording of the 'yes' and 'no' cases is drafted, an Indigenous leader says there is enough information available for voters to make an informed decision. AAP · Jun 19, 2023
Albanese signs bilateral deal with Sultan of Brunei Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei has met with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in Canberra during a state visit to Australia. AAP · Jun 19, 2023
Tensions arise as Lidia Thorpe and Pauline Hanson vie to contribute to voice pamphlet Representatives for opposing sides must collaborate on essays outlining their stands on Indigenous voice to parliament The Guardian - AU · Jun 19, 2023
Government's housing fund legislation delayed by Greens-Coalition alliance The Greens and the Coalition have teamed up again to present a vote being taken on the government’s $10 billion Housing Australia Future Fund. The Conversation · Jun 19, 2023
Afternoon Update: Labor furious after housing bill delayed; Leigh Sales nominated for Gold Logie; and snow hits the Alps Greens and government descend into an angry war of words over housing policy The Guardian - AU · Jun 19, 2023
Ashes rivalry is as alive as ever. But when it comes to the economics of cricket, India is in the box seat The first test of the 2023 Ashes is well underway at Edgbaston in Birmingham, featuring England’s aggressive “Bazball” style of play (named after New Zealand-born coach Brendan “Baz” McCullum) and a surprise early declaration by the hosts at the end of the first day. This invited an Australian fightback inspired… The Conversation · Jun 19, 2023
Al Jazeera · Jun 19, 2023 Australia sets stage for landmark Indigenous rights referendum Prime Minister Anthony Albanese urges a ‘yes’ vote in referendum on constitutional recognition for Aboriginal people.
The Guardian - AU · Jun 19, 2023 Over to you, Australia: Indigenous campaigners hope voice debate is now respectful, not racist Politicians have passed legislation enabling the referendum, likely in October. Now it’s up to the general public to make history
The Guardian - AU · Jun 18, 2023 MP issues double dissolution warning – as it happened This blog is now closed.
The Conversation · Jun 18, 2023 Referendum bill to pass on Monday while government pulls out stops to try to secure housing fund Federal parliament enters its last week before the winter break ready to approve legislation for the Voice referendum but with the government’s proposed $10 billion Housing Australia Future Fund still in the balance.
The New Daily · Jun 18, 2023 Labor details which states will get how much from $2b housing boost PMAnthony Albanese has revealed which states will get what from the $2 billion investment in social housing
AAP · Jun 17, 2023 Labor details state breakdown of its housing fund pie The federal government has revealed how it will distribute its $2 billion Social Housing Fund Accelerator payment to Australia's states and territories.
The Guardian - AU · Jun 17, 2023 Anthony Albanese and Daniel Andrews urge Labor faithful to campaign for Indigenous voice to parliament Victorian premier calls referendum a ‘juncture in our history that calls on us to stand together’
The Guardian - AU · Jun 17, 2023 Greens push for more change after PM’s $2bn social housing pledge Max Chandler-Mather says the Greens will keep pushing for a freeze and caps on rent increases
The New Daily · Jun 17, 2023 Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews basks in achievements amid retirement rumours Daniel Andrews has addressed Victorian Labor faithful at the state party conference as speculation swirls about his political future.
The New Daily · Jun 16, 2023 Labor pledges $2b extra for housing as bill stalls PM Anthony Albanese has upped the ante on housing spending, proposing a new $2 billion fund as the Greens block a key election promise.
AAP · Jun 16, 2023 Labor pledges $2b extra housing support as bill stalls Prime Minister Anthony Albanese upped the ante on public housing spending, announcing a $2 billion fund as the Greens block a key election promise.