The Latest Breaking News from Parliament House

A court has found Brittany Higgins defamed Linda Reynolds. Here’s why

Six years on from the Parliament House sexual assault allegations that spurred a public reckoning, the legal fallout continues. This time, a court has found former Western Australian Liberal Senator Linda Reynolds was defamed on social media by former staffer Brittany Higgins.

The Conversation · Aug 27, 2025

Brittany Higgins ordered to pay almost $350,000 in defamation damages to Linda Reynolds

Former defence minister’s reputation was damaged by social media posts by her former staffer, judge rules

The Guardian - AU · Aug 27, 2025

Cheers at last for Olympians who defied Moscow boycott

Rebellious Australian athletes who defied a boycott to take part in the controversial Moscow Olympics have finally been recognised in the nation's capital.

AAP · Jul 29, 2025

Federal watchdog finds ‘no corruption’ in $2.4m settlement to Brittany Higgins after alleged rape

National Anti-Corruption Commission concludes ‘no inappropriate intervention’ by Labor over payment to Liberal staffer following alleged Parliament House assault

The Guardian - AU · Jun 12, 2025

Three years after the Jenkins report, there is still work to be done on improving parliament culture

Three and a half years ago, then-sex discrimination commissioner Kate Jenkins’ Set the Standard report was handed to federal parliament, commissioned after Brittany Higgins’ allegations of sexual assault in Parliament House, which had shocked the public and politicians alike. Since then, work has been underway to implement its 28 recommendations.

The Conversation · Jun 1, 2025

Senator Fatima Payman Slams Alleged ‘Inappropriate’ Behaviour From Male Parliamentary Colleague

"I told this colleague, 'Hey, I'm drawing a line, mate', and moved on to making a formal complaint."

Pedestrian.tv · May 28, 2025

Australia’s first hijab-wearing senator says older colleague told her to drink wine and ‘dance on table’

Fatima Payman files complaint alleging fellow parliamentarian’s conduct at social function was sexual and racially inappropriate

The Independent UK · May 28, 2025

Stubborn or resolute: Anthony Albanese’s lifelong political instinct faces final judgment

The prime minister’s background as a tough backroom operator has served him well but internal Labor critics accuse him of turning a deaf ear to advice at crucial moments. What the voters say on 3 May will define his legacy

The Guardian - UK · Apr 11, 2025

Afternoon Update Election Edition: campaign is on; Dutton’s gas plan questioned; and a shoe runs into trouble

It’s official: Australia is heading to the polls on 3 May as PM tells reporters he was ‘born ready’ for election campaign

The Guardian - AU · Mar 28, 2025

March 24, 2025: Parliament’s impact on pollution fight

Newslaundry goes to Parliament House for this episode of Aaj Ka AQI. On Monday, the air detector pegged PM2.5 levels at over 130 while PM10 hovered around 150 at the spot. 

Newslaundry · Mar 24, 2025