The Latest Breaking News from Don Farrell

Government’s electoral reform legislation delayed until September

The federal government plans to set a start date of the middle of the next parliamentary term for the commencement of its electoral reforms, which would cap election spending and donations.

The Conversation · Aug 6, 2024

Grattan on Friday: Don Farrell has an electoral reform blueprint, but it could be a rough road to implementation

Don Farrell usually finds his way into the news cycle in relation to some or other trade issue. But Farrell, who’s special minister of state as well as trade minister, plans a throw of the dice soon that, if he can pull it off, would give him a place in…

The Conversation · Jul 11, 2024

‘Real time’ donation disclosure and spending limits in Labor electoral reforms

Political donations would need to be disclosed in “real time” during elections under reform legislation that also would restrict spending on individual seat campaigns to an amount that will be less than $1 million per candidate.

The Conversation · Jul 11, 2024

Chinese premier flies to Australia after New Zealand visit

Chinese Premier Li Qiang is due to arrive in Australia soon on a relations-mending mission

The Independent UK · Jun 15, 2024

Australian Trade Minister Predicts Lift Of Lobster Ban

Recent positive developments indicate potential for improved trade relations between Australia and China, despite ongoing security tensions. Premier Li's v...

Top News · Jun 12, 2024

Australia anticipates China will lift final obstacle for exports as they ease past 2020 row

Australia's top trade official is predicting China will lift a ban on Australian lobster imports after Chinese Premier Li Qiang visits the country

The Independent UK · Jun 12, 2024

Australia, EU mineral pact 'augurs well' for free trade

Australia and Europe boosting co-operation in the critical mineral sector under a new agreement "augurs well" for a future trade agreement, a minister says.

AAP · May 28, 2024

Australia mapping path to closer trade ties with India

The federal government will begin consulting on a strategy to strengthen trade and investment relations with India while looking for new areas of co-operation.

AAP · May 20, 2024

Minor economic hit forecast in China trade pact push

China and the US joining a regional trade pact would create a slight drag on Australia's economy, research shows.

AAP · May 2, 2024

Tariff relief boost for Ukraine as Australia lifts aid

Australia will extend relief off Ukrainian manufactured goods to help the country's economy as it fights off Russia's invasion.

AAP · Apr 19, 2024