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Today we are running two longer articles looking at the men who are vying to be the next Australian prime minister. You can read Michelle Grattan’s profile of Scott Morrison here.

On May 21, voters in Melbourne's western fringe will be casting a ballot in a newly formed electorate for the first time. Traditionally a safe Labor territory, residents say the often-overlooked area needs federal government attention and investment.

In troubled times, people look for strong leaders – men and women who offer decisive action to address collective problems, and promise the capacity to deliver. They initially present as larger-than-life characters, and we’ve had our share of them: Robert Menzies, Gough Whitlam, Bob Hawke, Paul Keating and perhaps Kevin…

Good morning, early birds. The Morrison government’s plan for climate action will lead to nearly 4 degrees of global heating according to analysis, and Treasurer Josh Frydenberg and opponent Monique Ryan went head-to-head in a fiery debate yesterday. It’s the news you need to know, with Emma Elsworthy.

Good morning, early birds. The Morrison government gave $1.1 billion in PPE contracts to Aspen Medical which is now part of an international criminal probe into corruption and money laundering, and Labor has announced a “shared-equity” scheme for homebuyers. It’s the news you need to know, with Emma Elsworthy.

Victorian unions say they won't work on any project at the Curtin Hotel that doesn't respect the hotel's history in a throwback to the 1970s "green bans" that halted dozens of projects.

Group of unions step up campaign to protect historic pub popular with leaders of Australia’s labour movement

Vale Mick Watson: Branxton boy plays his final round

An incoming Labor government would conduct a review of the NDIS, beginning with “excessive” contracts being given to consultants.

This is the second in a two-part series on the major parties’ Treasury spokespeople. You can read Michelle Grattan’s profile of Josh Frydenberg here.

Newton is survived by his wife Jackie, daughter Kristie and son Clint. He has six grandchildren.