Gun debate fires up with reload on buyback pushback A state opposition proposal to halt a buyback scheme and review firearm restrictions has reignited the post-Bondi terror attack gun debate. AAP · Sep 19
Ben Roberts-Smith denies war crimes allegations – As it happened All the day’s news as it unfolded The Guardian - AU · Apr 19
Anthony Albanese Defends $20M ‘Drive Less’ Ad Campaign Amid Fuel Crisis The Albanese government is defending a $20m “Every little bit helps” campaign urging Australians to drive less amid the fuel crisis. Pedestrian.tv · Apr 13
Coalition promises 'beautiful' unity after messy splits New Nationals leader Matt Canavan has promised to work closely with his Liberal counterpart in a reunited coalition, despite possible policy disagreements. AAP · Mar 12
View from The Hill: it’s now Canavan v Joyce after the Nationals opt for the radical leadership option Matt Canavan was once Barnaby Joyce’s staffer, and later his closest ally and most vociferous spruiker. Not to mention his best political friend. The Conversation · Mar 11
'Hyper-Australia': Nationals leader targets One Nation The new leader of the Nationals has outlined his plan to take on One Nation after being elected to the top job following David Littleproud's shock resignation. AAP · Mar 10
View from The Hill: David Littleproud quits as Nationals leader, declaring ‘I’m buggered’ Nationals leader David Littleproud has unexpectedly quit his post, declaring he is “buggered” and “out on my feet”. The Conversation · Mar 10
'Buggered': emotional Nationals leader makes shock exit David Littleproud says he hasn't got the drive to continue as leader of the Nationals as the first contender to replace him throws his hat in the ring. AAP · Mar 10
Coalition wins 'reset' but first real test looms large Angus Taylor has waived a six-week suspension for the Nationals, signalling a fresh start for the coalition after two messy splits. AAP · Feb 18
Libs and Nats to battle it out in by-election test The two coalition allies plan to run separate candidates in a by-election triggered by the political knifing of Sussan Ley. AAP · Feb 16
'Can a souffle rise once?' PM attacks Liberal leaders The new Liberal leaders have alienated the party from Australian voters over key challenges such as the cost of living, tax and energy, the prime minister says. AAP · Feb 13
Ley 'won't dwell on the disappointment' after ousting Sussan Ley has been deposed as the Liberal Party's first female leader, declaring she will completely step away from public life after 25 years in politics. AAP · Feb 13
View from The Hill: will disastrous Newspoll trigger Taylor challenge to Ley, despite Coalition patch-up? Sussan Ley and David Littleproud on Sunday announced an 11th hour patch up of the federal Coalition that the Liberal leader hopes will hold off an early challenge from Angus Taylor. The Conversation · Feb 8
Coalition touts era of trust, unity after bitter split The leaders of the federal Liberal and National parties have struck a deal to get the coalition back together, ending a very public and damaging separation. AAP · Feb 7
AAP · Feb 6 Rival leaders dig in as clock ticks on coalition deal Neither Liberal leader Sussan Ley nor Nationals counterpart David Littleproud are willing to cede ground as prospects of an imminent coalition reunion diminish.
AAP · Feb 5 Nationals confident Coalition will unite by election Opposition Leader Sussan Ley continues attempts to reunite the coalition, while the Nationals declare they won't be held to random deadlines.
The Conversation · Feb 4 Politics with Michelle Grattan: Barnaby Joyce on getting on with Pauline Hanson and One Nation’s rise Barnaby Joyce’s political career has hit the highest of highs and the lowest of lows.
AAP · Feb 4 'Traumatised' Libs told to get off TV and sort out feud A former Liberal minister has told his colleagues to deal with their grievances privately, as Sussan Ley dismissed speculation that she could be ousted.
The Conversation · Feb 3 View from The Hill: Hanson nabs ex-Liberal for One Nation’s real time test in SA election As Sussan Ley and David Littleproud are at a standoff in their attempts to mend the federal Coalition, Pauline Hanson has set up a real-time test for One Nation at the March 21 South Australian election.
The Guardian - AU · Feb 2 Man charged over allegedly giving Nazi salute to Jewish students at Melbourne airport – as it happened This blog is now closed
AAP · Feb 2 Nationals sent to back benches after coalition divorce The dramatic breakup of the coalition has left the Liberals as the official opposition while the Nationals languish on the cross bench.
AAP · Feb 2 Rebels benched, jobs swapped in coalition peace offer The Nationals are weighing a reconciliation deal proposed by the Liberals to restore the coalition after weeks of damaging infighting.
The Conversation · Feb 2 View from The Hill: Littleproud and Ley turn on the music for another attempt at the two-step Nationals leader David Littleproud easily saw off a token move to spill the party leadership on Monday. But he is now under immense pressure to reach a deal with Liberal leader Sussan Ley to put the Coalition together again.
AAP · Feb 2 Political disputes set aside for return of parliament Despite political turbulence following a split between the Liberals and Nationals, Sussan Ley and David Littleproud have come face-to-face ahead of parliament.
The Guardian - AU · Feb 1 NSW police to investigate handling of domestic violence allegations against accused Lake Cargelligo shooter – as it happened This blog is now closed