'Saw nothing': big call in ex-shock jock's sex case Sexual abuse claims against former talkback host Alan Jones have been disputed by multiple witnesses who say they "saw nothing", his lawyer alleges. AAP · Jan 30
Liberal MP rules himself out of leadership challenge Andrew Hastie will not contest a potential leadership challenge against Sussan Ley, after saying he does not have the numbers for a move. AAP · Jan 29
'Long overdue': states sign off on $25b hospital deal An eleventh-hour agreement means states and territories will receive extra funding for public hospitals but health experts are calling for more reforms. AAP · Jan 29
'Not personal': MP breaks ranks in leadership battle Liberal frontbenchers are standing behind their leader but one MP has publicly declared his hand ahead of a potential spill in the coming weeks. AAP · Jan 28
Liberals delay 'worst job' fight in coalition stand-off A new shadow cabinet might be the refresh the Liberal Party needs, a key moderate says, as Sussan Ley's rivals angle for her job. AAP · Jan 27
Liberal makes pitch for top job as allies defend leader Liberal MPs are preparing for a leadership spill as early as the coming week as one conservative challenger signals his intent for the top job. AAP · Jan 26
Taylor refuses to rule out Liberal leadership challenge Pressure is mounting on Opposition Leader Sussan Ley as her rivals lay the groundwork to challenge her when parliament returns. AAP · Jan 26
'Welcome home': new citizens choose freedom, fairness New Australians have shared stories of belonging after being welcomed as citizens by their nation's leader. AAP · Jan 26
Warning for locals as police close in on wanted man Police have urged public caution after a possible sighting of accused triple killer Julian Ingram as their manhunt enters its fourth day. AAP · Jan 25
Astronaut reaches for stars with major honour The 2026 Australians of the Year have a jam-packed schedule after receiving their awards at a ceremony in the nation's capital. AAP · Jan 25
Indigenous matriarch driven by passion for community A lifelong commitment to community and family has driven the work of this powerhouse for Indigenous rights, who considers her life one that's been well lived. AAP · Jan 25
Astronaut, distance runner win nation's highest honours The first astronaut to train under the Australian flag has been honoured with the 2026 Australian of the Year award, with other top achievers also recognised. AAP · Jan 25
Remote town tip-off in search for accused triple killer Police are searching farms and homes over a vast area as they respond to a potential sighting of alleged triple murderer Julian Ingram. AAP · Jan 25
Liberal hopeful branded 'extreme' as foes circle leader Labor has framed one of the frontrunners for Sussan Ley's leadership as a fringe, right-wing figure as momentum builds for a spill. AAP · Jan 24
AAP · Jan 23 Search widens in manhunt for alleged triple murderer Police fear an accused triple murderer may be receiving assistance to avoid arrest as they ramp up the search for the alleged gunman.
AAP · Jan 21 Ley's leadership in peril as Nationals jump off wagon With the coalition breaking up for a second time due to its "untenable position," Sussan Ley's hold on the Liberal leadership appears to be slipping.
AAP · Jan 21 Nationals quit front bench en masse after policy split The coalition is on life support after eight Nationals frontbenchers quit the shadow cabinet in protest after the resignation of three of their colleagues.
AAP · Jan 20 'It is what it is': PM shuts down future race hate laws Racial vilification laws called for by Jewish advocates are unlikely to be pursued after laws passed the parliament in response to the Bondi terror attack.
AAP · Jan 20 Trigger pulled on gun buyback as laws pass parliament Gun reforms that Labor says would have banned the two Bondi shooters from owning firearms have passed parliament with support from the Greens.
AAP · Jan 19 PM may win gun fight, but battle looms with states The prime minister looks to have shored up support for a national guns buyback scheme after the Bondi terror attack, but another fight still looms.
AAP · Jan 19 Australia to 'respectfully' consider Gaza board invite An invitation by US President Donald Trump for Australia's prime minister to join world leaders on his Gaza peace board has been welcomed and will be discussed.
AAP · Jan 19 'A home left quieter': sombre MPs grieve Bondi victims Jewish MPs have comforted one another as emotional condolence motions were delivered in parliament to remember the 15 people slain in the Bondi terror attack.
AAP · Jan 17 Hate speech and gun reform to be tackled separately: PM Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced the government will split a controversial bill to reform hate speech and gun laws.
AAP · Jan 16 PM caught in backlash as transparency pleas grow Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faces calls to bolster transparency as Labor starts the new year ramming through complex legislation with reduced oversight.
AAP · Jan 16 Demonstrators defy protest ban, oppose Israeli's visit Pro-Palestine protesters have returned to Sydney's streets in defiance of new laws, vowing they will try to disrupt a proposed visit by the Israeli president.