Pressure is growing inside Labor to properly tax gas exports. Here’s what a 25% tax could pay for A change in the ALP’s platform signals the fight to get a fair return for our resources is not over The Guardian - AU · Jul 22
Albanese will announce extension of ‘Paid Prac’ at Labor national conference Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will announce on Thursday the extension of the “Prac Payment” for health professionals undertaking placements to 10 new categories. The Conversation · Jul 22
View from The Hill: Labor’s Andrew Charlton surfs the AI wave If his impressive academic record is any measure, Andrew Charlton might lay claim to one of the highest IQs in the parliamentary Labor party. Now, with his central role in the government’s AI policy, he’s grappling with issues thrown up by a very different sort of intelligence. The Conversation · Jul 22
More joint sea patrols on cards after China missile Australia is weighing up increased sea patrols with other nations as it continues to criticise the Chinese launch of a nuclear-capable missile in the Pacific. AAP · Jul 21
Hanson blasted for 'atrocious' family violence comment One Nation is seeking to tidy up after a series of controversial comments from its parliamentarians in recent days put the populist party under the spotlight. AAP · Jul 21
Kate Ellis is back – and the heat of political debate is higher than ever, incoming Labor president says The former Rudd/Gillard government minister has a plan for fighting back against populists including Pauline Hanson The Guardian - AU · Jul 21
Workers 'forced' to accept AI systems or leave jobs The federal government's plans for AI are unrealistic and could put Australian workers at risk, including through unethical practices, an expert warns. AAP · Jul 20
Public service to get AI guardrails for fairer system The use of artificial intelligence in the public service and federal agencies will be regulated under new rules to provide a transparent and fair service. AAP · Jul 20
Hanson's billionaire friendship could prompt backlash An unlikely alliance between Pauline Hanson and a billionaire benefactor threatens to undermine her relationships with colleagues, a political expert warns. AAP · Jul 19
Newspoll has right-wing parties rebounding from a slump three weeks ago Three weeks ago, the Newspoll taken in the week after Pauline Hanson’s June 17 National Press Club address had the combined vote for One Nation and the Coalition down three points and the combined vote for Labor and the Greens up five points. The Conversation · Jul 19
Derryn Hinch remembered as ‘journalistic James Bond’ – as it happened This blog is now closed The Guardian - AU · Jul 19
'Journalistic James Bond': Hinch makes final headlines Famous faces from across the media have sent off Derryn Hinch, with the broadcasting giant remembered as a fearless journalist and ladies' man. AAP · Jul 19
'Win-win': quick fix to stamp out AI-fuelled loan fraud Allowing the tax office to share lenders' financial information with banks could help counter a surge in loan fraud fuelled by artificial intelligence. AAP · Jul 19
PM grilled on AFL team, Garma snub in first Tiwi trip Anthony Albanese has defended his decision not to attend a major Indigenous festival during a historic maiden trip to the Tiwi Islands as prime minister. AAP · Jul 19
AAP · Jul 18 AI job threats stoke concern as True Believers gather As artificial intelligence begins to reshape the economy, unions are sharpening their policy demands in the lead-up to Labor's national conference.
AAP · Jul 18 'Pollster's picnic' carries warning to read with care Federal politics is awash with polling, with new data dropping on average twice a week during 2026. But is it good for democracy?
The Guardian - AU · Jul 18 Hanson ‘undermining social cohesion’, Albanese says, as Labor responds to Islamophobia envoy’s report Government’s response to 54 recommendations made by Aftab Malik includes new education taskforce and federal police social cohesion team
AAP · Jul 18 Australia expands its fuel buffer against Gulf turmoil Australia's fuel reserves have hit all-time highs as the Iran conflict roils global oil markets, helping keep unleaded around $1.76 a litre in capital cities.
The Canberra Times · Jul 17 'We're well placed': cool climate capital eyes its place in national data centre plan Construction halt unnecessary while the ACT leads on data centre standards.
The Guardian - AU · Jul 17 Australian MPs are facing a rising tide of security threats. Our national politics has lost its down-to-earth spirit The price of higher security for MPs is further distancing between decision makers and those who elect them
Tom’s Hardware · Jul 17 AI data centers must produce as much power as they use, Australia PM says — new national AI framework will also ensure water efficiency and protect intellectual property rights Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced the "Australian Standards for A.I.," which will serve as a national framework for data center developments related to AI. The government plans to set this legislative agenda as more AI hyperscalers are setting their sights on the country for its vast land and abundant…
Pedestrian.tv · Jul 17 ‘Servants To The Tech Lords’: What Albanese’s AI Plan Really Means For Workers Anthony Albanese’s “world‑leading” AI plan promises tougher rules and big investment. Unions and creatives say they’re encouraged.
AAP · Jul 16 'Left behind': regions at risk on rush for AI uptake The prime minister's announcement of a national AI framework is welcome and long overdue and yet suffering from a glaring omission, an AI educator warns.
The Guardian - AU · Jul 16 Anthony Albanese’s AI vision scores high on vibes but the devil will be in the detail. And there is one glaring omission … When the PM talks about new laws applying to the ‘next generation of large-scale datacentres’ what does he mean?
The Guardian - AU · Jul 15 Morning Mail: Calls for datacentre moratorium, NDIS changes to reduce autism support, Argentina beat England in World Cup thriller Prime minister’s rallying call for AI expansion is met by pushback