Government to pump an extra $1.2 billion into the nation's schools, with strings attached.

Tony Abbott and Bill Shorten dismiss the idea of holding a referendum on same-sex marriage in Australia.

Prime Minister Tony Abbott hopes parents will be smiling when they see the detail of the government's new system of childcare subsidies.

One of Australia's most accomplished arts administrators dies after a brief illness.

Officials still confirming if a student from Monash University was on board.

Christopher Pyne "embarrassing himself" as he floods crossbenchers with text messages.

Darren Chester, John Alexander and Graham Perrett have downed razors in a "moalition" to raise money for men's health.

PM says Russia involved in a "regrettable pattern" of bullying and aggression.

Report says govt should streamline childcare subsidies and extend to in-home care.

Prime Minister defending his budget and policies on two educational fronts.