Tess Ikonomou and Dominic Giannini
PM slams ‘repulsive’ Latham as Labor portrait remains
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has slammed Mark Latham for his “repulsive” views, but the former Labor leader’s picture will stay in the...
Liberals to discuss Nationals demands in snap meeting
David Littleproud has copped a sledge about his leadership ahead of a second Liberal meeting to discuss the Nationals’ policy demands, after...
Australia determines ‘interests’ against Trump threats
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has backed in Australia’s defence spending amid pressure from the Trump administration for a substantial hike. Defence spending...
Police to block protests as faith groups urge calm
Police have moved to head off potential conflict while Australia’s major faiths have banded together to urge people to “find solace in...
Defence chiefs under fire over lack of recruits
Defence top brass have been criticised for being top heavy as the numbers of senior commanders increased by more than 30 per...
Stranded Aussies evacuated from violence-torn New Caledonia
Australians stranded in New Caledonia have escaped to safety after more than a week of anguish and turmoil from deadly riots. Royal...
Homes Affairs paid firms investigated for criminal acts
Dodgy companies suspected of bribery and money laundering won huge government contracts under the nation’s offshore processing system. Home Affairs Minister Clare...
Cheaper medicines uncertainty after Senate antics
The future of cheaper medicines and 60-day dispensing is again up in the air, with the Senate likely to consider a push...
Greens call for rent freeze as housing ministers gather
A proposed rent freeze from the Greens would seek to close a loophole allowing landlords to start a bidding war between prospective...
ADF members promised $400m for retention bonuses
Australian Defence Force personnel could be up for a $50,000 cash bonus under a federal government push to expand the size of...