Labor sidesteps calls for gas tax as fight evaporates A predicted debate on a new gas tax has evaporated at Labor's national conference, but a backbencher insists it's time to say goodbye to the current regime. AAP · Jul 23
Afternoon Update: Hanson calls domestic violence leave ‘ridiculous’; Husic urges gas tax; and orcas’ explosive hunting habits In an unearthed interview, the senator suggested domestic violence was taking police away from ‘real crime’ The Guardian - AU · Jul 23
'Good mates with Mr Squiggle': the foul-mouthed texts that helped take down a minister How deep flaws in ACT governance came to light - finally The Canberra Times · Jul 23
Australia urged to make bid for 2050 FIFA World Cup Federal Labor members have called on the government to make a bid to host the men's World Cup, as well as setting up a national football facility. AAP · Jul 23
Labor backs super boost for youngest Aussie workers The national Labor conference has approved a move to have all workers under 18 paid superannuation regardless of how much they work. AAP · Jul 23
'That's not true': Labor's warning to tech bros on AI The prime minister has called for Australia to shape how AI is developed, while also laying out protection measures for industries affected by the technology. AAP · Jul 23
Federal industrial court to return after three decades Underpayment disputes will soon be handled by a federal industrial court, but questions linger on how the body will function. AAP · Jul 23
Politics with Michelle Grattan: Paul Kelly on why Albanese is ‘misunderstood’ and Taylor needs to stay In more than 50 years of covering Australian politics, journalist Paul Kelly has “certainly never seen a crisis like this”. The Conversation · Jul 23
Criticism over ISIS bride bail triggers judges' rebuke The peak body for Australia's judges has hit back at the opposition leader for criticising the decision to grant bail to a member of the ISIS bride cohort. AAP · Jul 23
PM draws battle lines against Hanson for party faithful Anthony Albanese has led calls to Labor's true believers to make the case for change to counter the growing popularity of Pauline Hanson and One Nation. AAP · Jul 22
Morning Mail: Labor’s ‘practical policy’ push, Epstein scout dies, why your phone will blare a loud siren on Monday Anthony Albanese to outline plans to help paid work experience in healthcare specialisms; Daniel Siad found dead at his home near Paris The Guardian - AU · Jul 22
UK Labour to 'listen and learn' from Albanese's success Fresh from replacing a prime minister, British MPs will be watching on from the sidelines of Labor's national conference, hoping to find borrow strategies. AAP · Jul 22
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
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.
AAP · Jul 22 'It's not working': premier wants ciggy tax stubbed out A Labor leader is urging a rethink on tobacco taxes, while a law enforcement expert warns the war on illicit smokes must be coupled with lowering the excise.
The Canberra Times · Jul 22 ACT Liberal, One Nation pairing 'unlikely but impossible to rule out': Parton One Nation only thing that can save Labor govt, opposition says.
AAP · Jul 21 PM hails Labor evolution as members push for change Taxes on gas and gambling reform will be among items up for debate on the conference floor when thousands gather for Labor's national conference.
The Guardian - AU · Jul 21 Morning Mail: Queensland buries DV report, rate hike fears grow, Zendaya’s cultural ‘hijack’ Our exclusive story reveals how the state government sidelined a report critical of police; US-Iran flare-up threatens RBA hike
The Canberra Times · Jul 21 The fatal flaw in how the major parties attempt to combat One Nation The real reason One Nation is surging in the polls.
The Canberra Times · Jul 21 One Nation would threaten Liberals in an ACT election: new poll Libs face fresh challenge while Barr is ACT's most divisive politician.
The Guardian - AU · 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 Organised crime, cost and the CFMEU: why Victoria’s construction scandal is threatening to derail a government The $100bn ‘Big Build’ promised to transform the state’s transport infrastructure. Now it’s become marred by corruption allegations
AAP · Jul 21 Hanson lines up candidate to sniff out by-election win One Nation candidate Luke Herdegen has defended himself as an ideal MP, despite admitting to drug use, saying he shared his story to inspire people.
The Conversation · Jul 21 Government announces $25 million in Palestinian aid, as Labor conference debate looms The Albanese government has announced $25 million in aid for Palestine, in timing designed to help manage the debate about the Middle East at Labor’s national conference this week.