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Despite a dire poll result, Labor isn’t panicking – it’s all still to play for in 2025

While plenty of voters feel worse off than in 2022, they aren’t convinced the Coalition will do any better

The Guardian - AU

Infectious virus samples missing after state lab bungle

An investigation has been launched after a laboratory lost hundreds of infectious virus samples, but a state government has played down the public health risk.

AAP

Peter Dutton accused of ‘disgusting’ political point-scoring after synagogue fire – then attacks Jewish Labor MP

Josh Burns says he has been standing up for his Melbourne community ‘every day’ as Chris Bowen calls for national unity

The Guardian - AU

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Newspoll returns to a tie after Coalition leads, but Labor has worst result this term in Resolve

A national Newspoll, conducted December 2–6 from a sample of 1,258, had a 50–50 tie, a one-point gain for Labor since the previous Newspoll in early November. Primary votes were 39% Coalition (down one), 33% Labor (steady), 11% Greens (steady), 7% One Nation (up two) and 10% for all Others…

The Conversation

Labor made a mess of Queensland youth justice – now the LNP seems hellbent on making it worse

Many believe ‘adult time’ for children is a remarkably retrograde step, but it comes towards the bottom of a long, slippery slope

The Guardian - AU

Congress of cheesed-off unions could leave Labor scrambling for crumbs

‘Potentially historic’ moment looms at the ACTU meeting, as aggrieved unions threaten to direct support elsewhere

The Guardian - AU

View from The Hill: Albanese announces more funding for Jewish security, labels synagogue firebomb ‘terrorism’

In the reactions to incidents of antisemitism, many people observe a contrast between New South Wales Premier Chris Minns and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.

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Seatless independent backs neighbour as PM hits WA

Federal MP Kylea Tink has decided not to run again at the next election, instead throwing her support behind a neighbouring independent.

AAP

Acting Labor Secretary Julie Su Touts November Jobs Report

Acting Labor Secretary Julie Su discusses positive job trends and gradual economic improvements under the Biden administration.

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Rosehill racecourse report referred to NSW corruption watchdog as ‘unanswered questions’ remain

Inquiry makes Icac referral after finding government did not follow proper process in early stages of bid to develop racecourse into 25,000 homes

The Guardian - AU

Grattan on Friday: frustrated government can only bite its tongue as it waits on Michele Bullock

As she reads the economic commentators, Reserve Bank Governor Michele Bullock might, in moments of doubt, wonder whether she’s making a similar misjudgement to her predecessor Philip Lowe.

The Conversation

Adelaide to Fiji flight makes unscheduled landing – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU

Labor plays down Greens' push for power-sharing deal

Frontbencher Katy Gallagher says there are no plans to strike a power-sharing deal with the Greens and is talking up Labor's prospects at the next election.

AAP

Twenty private schools with wealthiest parents received $130m total in Australian public funds in 2023

Data comes as education minister remains stalled in negotiations with states and territories over contributions to Schooling Resource Standard

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View from The Hill: Paul Fletcher’s rant against the teals risks insulting voters the Liberals need to win

Liberal frontbencher Paul Fletcher got a big shock last election in his Sydney seat of Bradfield. Teal candidate Nicolette Boele pushed the result to preferences, leaving her within striking distance for next year’s poll. She has been further helped by the redistribution.

The Guardian - AU

Morning Mail: voters mark Labor down on housing, Hague hears climate case, News Corp’s gas-splash ‘exclusive’

Guardian Essential poll shows government ranked badly for action on housing and wages; some supporters criticise president’s pardon for his son

AAP

Paramedic helicopter promise struggles for lift-off

Building one new helicopter base a year for three years to improve regional health care is proving far more difficult than first thought.

The Guardian - AU

Ad campaign comparing Peter Dutton to Donald Trump sees Climate 200’s donations surge by $380,000

Organisation asked supporters if they ‘want to feel different on our election night’ in an ad with half of Trump’s face and half of Dutton’s

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Guardian Essential poll: election warning signs for Labor as voters flunk government on housing costs and wages

But survey finds strong support for under-16s social media ban, despite concerns about how to enforce it

AAP

Environment 'unfinished business' for PM as polls near

The government is facing opposing calls to introduce and scrap environmental protection laws after a bid to pass it in parliament was abandoned last minute.

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Under-16 social media ban supported by 77% as economic sentiment lifts

A national YouGov poll, conducted November 15–21 from a sample of 1,515, had a 50–50 tie, unchanged from the previous YouGov poll in September. Primary votes were 38% Coalition (down one), 30% Labor (steady), 13% Greens (down one), 9% One Nation (up two) and 10% for all Others (steady).

AAP

Hint of consumer recovery to keep RBA focused on prices

Australia's retail sales enjoyed a boost from an early start to Black Friday discounting and recovering bank balances following tax cuts.

AAP

Mass deportations ruled out under immigration powers

The immigration minister is defending a suite of powers making it easier to deport people without valid visas following criticism from human rights groups.

AAP

Residents demand health inquiry into 'waste odour'

A massive fine for a waste operator has sparked calls by frustrated residents for an investigation into the health impact of "rotten egg" and "chemical" odours.

AAP

Hurdles remain for Labor despite year-ending wins

Despite notching up several wins to round out 2024, the federal government still has more issues to deal with after the summer break.

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