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Labor scraps controversial freedom of information bill

The government has backed down on its attempt to reform freedom of information laws after staunch opposition from across parliament and civil society.

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Democracy under threat as social grievances widen gap

Young people and Australians under strain are less supportive of democracy as a royal commission into social cohesion offers an opportunity to address trust.

AAP

Racism inquiry urged to produce 'results, not rhetoric'

A parliamentary inquiry to address racism must drive action, not diagnose the already well-known problems facing First Nations people, advocates say.

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Queensland police missed two opportunities to prevent Kelly Wilkinson’s murder, inquest hears

Reported breach of protection order ‘fell through the cracks’ before Brian Earl Johnston killed estranged wife, coroner’s court told

The Guardian - AU

Labor figure's alleged killer wins bid for freedom

The man accused of punching and killing Labor strategist Tim Picton is set to be released from custody after he was granted bail for another alleged attack.

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New Zealand coalition votes to make English an official language as critics decry ‘cynical’ bill

Push to give English same status as Māori and NZ sign languages triggers backlash from opposition parties and linguistic experts

The Guardian - AU

Ralph Babet refuses to accept sanction over ‘offensive’ and ‘disrespectful’ comments on social media

United Australia party senator says commission findings are ‘dumb’ and he will not undergo ‘ridiculous’ sensitivity training after posting slurs online

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Seniors Card pitch by Labor in state election countdown

The Liberals have fended off One Nation deal speculation as a Labor government ramped up their state election campaign with a Seniors Card pitch.

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Student banned from year 12 formal over keffiyeh settles case against NSW education department

Jad Salamah began legal proceedings alleging racial discrimination after being refused entry to Condell Park high school function

The Guardian - AU

'Thoughtless offending' blamed for Liberal poll rout

The Liberal Party alienated immigrants, young people and women during its calamitous 2025 election campaign, which a review describes as its worst in history.

AAP

Tabled document reveals Liberal party’s secret election review of its ‘worst campaign’: from ‘grim’ Dutton to ‘weird’ nuclear policy

PM tables copy of secret review, which describes former leader Peter Dutton as ‘unattractive to women’

The Guardian - AU

Police improperly granted Kelly Wilkinson’s estranged husband bail days before he murdered her, inquest hears

Rape allegations meant magistrate should have determined Brian Earl Johnston’s bail, Queensland coroner’s court told

The Guardian - AU

Lack of response to parliament reports 'disrespectful'

Crossbenchers are demanding more accountability and transparency as important reports into significant issues of concern gather dust on ministers' desks.

AAP

Australian far-right senator storms out after censure over ‘inflammatory’ anti-Muslim remarks

One Nation party leader came under fire last month after she questioned how anyone could claim there were ‘good Muslims’

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The Guardian - AU

Angus Taylor snaps at journalist as Liberals ramp up rhetoric against Australian children in Syrian camp

Opposition leader suggests 23 children and 11 women attempting to leave al-Roj are ‘Isis sympathisers’

The Guardian - AU

As Albanese celebrates 30 years in parliament, what would the leftwing warrior of 1996 think of today’s PM?

He was once a ‘scrappy’ young firebrand and is now the longest-serving member in the Labor caucus. But Anthony Albanese’s journey to the top was not always a sure thing

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'This is a stunt': Hanson rebuked after Muslim remark

Firebrand senator Pauline Hanson has dismissed a censure against her by the Senate as an attack on One Nation following her rise in the polls.

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Prisoner allegedly contacted girlfriend he set on fire

A man serving 18 years' jail for trying to kill his then-girlfriend by setting her on fire is accused of contacting her from prison and being abusive.

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'So-called children': Liberals' attack over IS brides

The coalition has hardened its stance on Australian families linked to Islamic state, labelling children in a Syrian refugee camp "ISIS sympathisers".

The Guardian - AU

It’s 978 days since Peta Murphy called for a ban on betting ads. What happened to Labor’s pledge to respect parliament?

From gambling to ‘jobs for mates’ and reports left to gather dust, the teals have a shopping list of thorny topics to talk about

AAP

First Nations' Mardi Gras float issues climate call

Among 170 floats and 10,000 marchers, First Nations collective Yamurrah has given a behind-the-scenes look at the work that goes into the Mardi Gras parade.

The Guardian - AU

One Nation might not only be a Coalition problem – there are warning signs for Labor too

This week’s Essential poll found 58% of respondents were open to voting for Pauline Hanson’s One Nation at the next federal election

The Guardian - AU

Premier pleads for end to ‘language of division’ in politics after WA police foil alleged mass terror attack

Roger Cook condemned ‘dog whistling under the guise of immigration policy’ after police lay charges against alleged member of white supremacist group

AAP

Grocery grace as subsidy helps bring down outback costs

The cost of 30 essential grocery items will be cut drastically in 15 remote communities after the federal government expanded an outback store subsidy scheme.

AAP

Rules questioned as ex-Liberal leader eyes return as MP

A political comeback attempt by a former Liberal leader with a drug conviction faces challenges as both major parties say they will preference him last.

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