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Iran directed arson attacks in Australia and ‘fanned the flames’ of antisemitism, country’s spy chief says

Iranian ambassador expelled from Canberra as Albanese government announces it will list IRGC as terrorist organisation

The Guardian - UK · Aug 26, 2025

Here’s what pausing the National Construction Code means for builders and home buyers

Following last week’s economic reform roundtable in Canberra, the federal government has announced it will be pausing changes to the National Construction Code until mid-2029.

The Conversation · Aug 26, 2025

Raiders reveal new-look wing combo after Savage blow

Canberra's changes on the wing are set to continue, with a star flyer to miss the club's NRL title push.

AAP · Aug 25, 2025

Productivity is the buzzword of the week, but we’re not making the most of half the workforce

Productivity is the buzzword at this week’s economic reform roundtable in Canberra. It’s about how effectively we turn our time, skills and resources into goods and services. Who wouldn’t want to get more done with less?

The Conversation · Aug 20, 2025

Passion for the Raiders a Stuart family affair

Jed Stuart has his father's passion for Canberra but that doesn't mean he'll take it to heart if Savelio Tamale bumps him from the NRL side ahead of finals.

AAP · Aug 20, 2025

Politics with Michelle Grattan: Shadow Treasurer Ted O'Brien and industry chief Andrew McKellar’s tax and red tape wishlists

Business, union, community representatives and experts have gathered in Canberra to grapple with some of Australia’s most intractable problems: how to make us a more productive, sustainable and resilient country.

The Conversation · Aug 19, 2025

Former Pro-democracy Hong Kong Lawmaker Granted Asylum In Australia

Former pro-democracy Hong Kong lawmaker Ted Hui who is wanted by the Chinese city has been granted asylum in Australia, he said in a social media post, calling on Canberra to do more for those who remain jailed.

International Business Times · Aug 17, 2025

Broncos celebrate Brigginshaw's 50th with big win

Brisbane's Ali Brigginshaw has celebrated an NRLW milestone match in grand style, while Cronulla and Canberra also recorded wins in round seven.

AAP · Aug 16, 2025

Why the working week – and what we get out of it – has perplexed Australian governments for more than 100 years

On August 19, a group of advocates and experts will converge on Canberra for an economic roundtable. “Productivity,” announced Treasurer Jim Chalmers, is to be the event’s “primary focus”.

The Conversation · Aug 12, 2025

Raiders' late bloomer Fogarty is still pinching himself

Canberra's Jamal Fogarty never thought he'd play more than a handful of NRL games, much less be in position to challenge for a premiership.

AAP · Aug 12, 2025