The Latest Breaking News from Labor

Labor preference win confirmed in tight by-election

Preferences have got a Labor candidate over the line in a territory by-election, with the Greens losing their first and only seat in the NT parliament.

AAP · Mar 9

Australia has been asked to assist Middle East nations coming under fire from Iran. What could that look like?

Defence analysts say the world-class capability of the RAAF’s Wedgetail aircraft could help against drone and missile strikes carried out by Iran

The Guardian - AU · Mar 9

Wild ride for premier as policy launch goes off-script

A premier has hit a bump on the campaign trail after careening down a hillside at an adventure park, landing in a political controversy.

AAP · Mar 9

PM’s pragmatism on Trump’s Iran fury risks Australia following US into Operation Epic Fail

Anthony Albanese’s support for actions that do not adhere to international law stands in stark contrast to the principles demonstrated by Labor two decades ago

The Guardian - AU · Mar 7

Good Samaritan identified after 'savage' fatal stabbing

A good Samaritan who was fatally stabbed while trying to protect a younger boy from a group of alleged teen attackers has been identified.

AAP · Mar 7

One Nation seeks a foothold in Farrer as it names byelection candidate

David Farley will contest the New South Wales seat of former Liberal leader Sussan Ley in May ballot

The Guardian - AU · Mar 7

Good Samaritan dies in 'savage' train station stabbing

A good Samaritan who tried to break up a brawl between teenagers has died in a "savage" edged-weapon attack after four teens set their sights on him.

AAP · Mar 7

Labor seeks to claw back seat in territory by-election

A territory by-election in a marginal seat is a tussle between the Greens, wanting to hold it, and Labor wanting to claw it back.

AAP · Mar 6

The Greens’ election review flew under the radar. Here’s what it said

The 2025 Australian federal election was defined by its many shock results, from the Labor Party’s thumping victory to the Liberals’ considerable losses.

The Conversation · Mar 6

'Gerrymander': teal backer takes aim at donations cap

Caps on political donations should be removed for independent candidates, Climate 200 founder Simon Holmes a Court says, arguing reforms favour major parties.

AAP · Mar 6