Freeze on home efficiency standard cops political heat A coalition plan that would stop changes to energy efficiency standards for buildings over a decade has been criticised for stopping climate change action. AAP · Oct 20, 2024
PM focused on affordable housing despite home furore Anthony Albanese says he's committed to increasing affordable housing, despite copping flak for buying a $4.3 million beach house with sweeping ocean views. AAP · Oct 15, 2024
Anthony Albanese Makes Formal Apology For His ‘Hurtful’ Comment About Tourette’s Syndrome “I regret saying it, it was wrong.” Pedestrian.tv · Oct 8, 2024
Grattan on Friday: US rate cut puts pressure on RBA - and things could get heated Reserve Bank Governor Michele Bullock might need her flak jacket when she fronts the media next Tuesday after the bank’s two-day board meeting. The Conversation · Sep 19, 2024
More workplace changes off the table before poll Workplace Minister Murray Watt says the priority for the remainder of this term is bedding down legislation and not making further changes. AAP · Sep 17, 2024
Union leader warns of backward step for workers ACTU president Michele O'Neil has hit out at coalition plans to review changes to workplace laws if the opposition wins next year's federal election. AAP · Sep 16, 2024
'Undisciplined' spending in opposition's sights Several industry-shaping programs could be axed were the coalition to win the election, with Labor questioning its commitment to essential services. AAP · Sep 15, 2024
Report into cost-increase and delays suffers its own cost increase, delays The EY review into a blighted IT project is still months away. The Canberra Times · Aug 28, 2024
NSW introduces legislation to overhaul environmental offset scheme – as it happened This blog is now closed. The Guardian - AU · Aug 14, 2024
Queensland man jailed for child abuse-related offences – as it happened This blog is now closed. The Guardian - AU · Aug 12, 2024
The week in parliament: conference chatter over Dutton’s successor and whispers of a December election Angus Taylor is shaping up the most likely successor to Dutton. Plus: success of UK pro-Palestine candidates ‘something to reflect on’ for Labor The Guardian - AU · Jul 6, 2024
NDIS reform delays to 'burn $1 billion' taxpayer funds NDIS Minister Bill Shorten has warned delays to passing reforms to the National Disability Insurance Scheme will cost $1 billion to taxpayers. AAP · Jun 27, 2024
Josh Frydenberg pours cold water on idea of running in Kooyong after major blowback Jane Hume is against opening preselection for former treasurer while Karen Andrews argues he would be ‘absolute asset’ The Guardian - AU · Jun 3, 2024
Treasurer worried about home building pipeline Not nearly enough houses are being built to meet growing demand but the federal government is still confident it can meet its 1.2 million homes target. AAP · May 7, 2024
The Guardian - AU · Mar 2, 2024 PM says Dutton’s team ‘dominated by blokes’ – as it happened This blog is now closed
AAP · Mar 2, 2024 Libs optimistic as Labor holds Dunkley despite swing The Liberals say they're in striking distance of winning Dunkley at the next poll after Labor retained the seat at a by-election, albeit with a reduced margin.
AAP · Feb 27, 2024 Aussies to keep more of what they earn as tax cuts pass Low and middle income earners are guaranteed bigger tax cuts after changes championed by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese cleared federal parliament.
The Guardian - AU · Feb 4, 2024 China’s ambassador to Australia summoned over Yang Hengjun suspended death sentence – as it happened This blog is now closed
AAP · Nov 14, 2023 Laws flagged to deal with court decision on detention The government is working on emergency legislation following the High Court's decision that indefinite immigration detention is unlawful.
AAP · Sep 22, 2023 Federal budget back in black for first time in 15 years The Labor federal government has smashed its earlier forecasts for a budget surplus, although the treasurer says deficits are expected in coming years.
Pedestrian.tv · Sep 8, 2023 Pull Out Yr Passport ‘Cos The Transport Minister Says That Airfares Are Set To ‘Drop Soon’ Tell that to the kidney I sold for Euro summer flights this year.
The Guardian - AU · Aug 27, 2023 Bridget Archer says it is ‘irresponsible’ to cast doubt on integrity of voice referendum after questions over crosses Shadow minister Jane Hume calls it an ‘inconsistency’ that a cross on a ballot paper will not count as ‘no’
AAP · Jul 5, 2023 Senior Liberal backs 'poor old Philip Lowe' Central bank governor Philip Lowe is "well qualified" to remain in the job after his term expires in September, a federal Liberal frontbencher says.
The Guardian - AU · May 16, 2023 Stage-three tax cuts cost blowout predicted, with men and the wealthy to benefit most Adam Bandt decries ‘massive black hole’ after Parliamentary Budget Office analysis puts cost at $313bn over a decade