Court rules identities of multiple survivors of Bondi attack cannot be published – as it happened This blog has now closed The Guardian - AU · Jun 28
Labor launches One Nation attack on paid parental leave Six months of government-funded paid parental could eventually be extended, as Labor seizes on Pauline Hanson's attacks on the scheme. AAP · Jun 24
Pauline Hanson says parental leave will force small businesses to ‘fold’ – despite no law forcing employers to pay One Nation leader says she isn’t suggesting Australia get rid of taxpayer-funded parental leave entitlements The Guardian - AU · Jun 23
Albanese has been defensive and irritable at times – it’s not helping to sell a difficult budget British MP Wes Streeting has given a simple and arresting explanation of the need for tax reform – something that continues to elude the Labor government The Guardian - AU · May 22
Last Australian women and children linked to IS leave Syrian camp before expected return home – report Federal minister Tanya Plibersek says the group will face same repercussions on arrival in Australia as previous returnees The Guardian - AU · May 22
'Violence is learnt': next stage of plan to end crisis The next phase of a national plan to end gender-based violence will focus on practical and systemic solutions to be implemented in the next five years. AAP · May 22
Battered Aussie activists allege abuse in Israeli jail Australian members of a global flotilla have made shocking allegations about their treatment in Israeli detention after being intercepted at gunpoint. AAP · May 21
‘This Isn’t Just Creeps In Basements’: How The Manosphere Turned Mainstream Tarang Chawla unpacks how Tyson’s controversial MAFS comments and the Kyle & Jackie O saga echo manosphere ideas. Pedestrian.tv · Mar 6
Tanya Plibersek Accuses MAFS’ Tyson Gordon Of ‘Controlling Behaviour’ Over ‘Obedient’ Comment “Let’s continue to call out this behaviour for what it is — the harmful need to exert control over women dressed up as a normal part of a relationship.” Pedestrian.tv · Mar 5
Government 'ignored' advice to halt salmon farming Freedom-of-information documents show the federal government didn't act on department advice to revoke approvals for salmon farming in a remote harbour. AAP · Mar 4
Plibersek accuses Mafs of platforming ‘coercive control’ after contestant wanted a woman ‘obedient’ like a dog Social services minister Tanya Plibersek criticises hit reality TV show Married at First Sight for ‘messaging which encourages control and dehumanises women’ The Guardian - AU · Mar 4
Albanese government rejected advice on Tasmanian salmon farming impact before passing pro-industry laws FoI documents show ministers ignored recommendation for fresh inquiry that could have reduced or paused farming The Guardian - AU · Mar 3
'Tragic': concerns over children with IS-linked group Concerns are being raised whether children who are part of an IS-linked group of Australian women have been radicalised while overseas. AAP · Feb 20
'By us, for us': plan to stamp out Indigenous violence A 10-year plan has been unveiled to address disproportionate rates of domestic violence against Indigenous women and children. AAP · Feb 10
The Guardian - AU · Feb 9 Chris Minns defends police in ‘impossible situation’ after video emerges of officers punching protesters in Sydney Politicians who attended protest against visit of Israeli president Isaac Herzog say police actions against demonstrators were ‘wildly inappropriate’
AAP · Feb 5 Moves to boost powers for Indigenous kids' advocate Laws have been introduced to establish an independent Indigenous children's advocate to help address systemic issues.
The Guardian - AU · Nov 26, 2025 Labor’s nature laws risk collapse with deal yet to be struck on eve of parliament’s final sitting day If Labor cannot reach deal on Thursday, it will mark second time in 12 months that it has failed to secure planned EPBC Act reforms
AAP · Nov 26, 2025 Minister slammed for 'dismissive' gambling harm comment A senior minister is being accused of playing down concerns over gambling harm stemming from advertising and is being asked to explain a policy go-slow.
AAP · Nov 25, 2025 Gambling ad 'double standard' as PM touts child safety The prime minister and senior lieutenants have delivered sharp responses to suggestions Labor hasn't done enough to reduce gambling harm.
The Guardian - AU · Nov 24, 2025 David Pocock says PM ‘seems to be holding up’ gambling ad reform – as it happened This blog is now closed
AAP · Nov 24, 2025 Funding boost as demand for major DV helpline soars A free domestic violence hotline that's seen a dramatic spike in calls is getting a significant funding boost to ensure people get the help they need.
AAP · Nov 23, 2025 Govt, opposition unite to sledge $96m BOM website The near-universally loathed new Bureau of Meteorology website cost taxpayers $96.5 million, rather than the $4 million it originally claimed.
The Guardian - AU · Nov 21, 2025 ‘Dangerous and undermines our systems’: Tanya Plibersek condemns serious police failures in Queensland DV deaths Plibersek said those victims – Hannah Clarke and her children, Kardell Lomas and her unborn child, and Gail Karran – ‘should have been kept safe’
The Guardian - AU · Oct 24, 2025 As the Coalition shows its colours on nature, Labor faces a question: will it really protect Australia’s wildlife? There are some decent elements in what Labor is proposing, but the overhaul could end up as tinkering rather than transformation
AAP · Oct 23, 2025 Support payments streamlined to help struggling kids Parents battling with day-to-day costs for their kids will be able to access support more easily as a confusing bureaucratic system is slimmed down.