Category : Federal Government


Ley's Leadership Wilts as Liberals Eye Spill

Sussan Ley's tenure as Liberal leader appears precarious after dismal polling, with speculation mounting about a party room spill and potential successors like Angus Taylor.

QLD Rejects Mandatory Mental Health Checks for Gun Owners

The Queensland government has dismissed a key recommendation from the Wieambilla inquest for mandatory mental health checks for firearm licence applicants, opting instead for enhanced intelligence sharing and stricter restrictions.

Heavy Police Presence in Canberra for Herzog Arrival

A significant security operation will unfold in Canberra as Israeli President Isaac Herzog arrives, with heightened police presence following violent protests in Sydney. Road closures and travel disruptions expected.

Senate Estimates Day Two: Departments Face Scrutiny

The second day of Senate estimates hearings will see multiple government departments questioned, including Infrastructure, Communications, Indigenous Business Australia, and the Workplace Gender Equity Agency.

Liberals Blow Chance to Win Back City Seats

Analysis reveals how the Liberal Party's decision to rejoin the Coalition with the Nationals undermines their appeal in urban electorates, as demographic shifts favour progressive policies.

Minister's $60k Phone Bill Blunder in Senate

Climate Change Minister Chris Bowen faced a $60,000 phone bill after his department failed to adjust roaming tariffs during a trip to Azerbaijan, with Telstra refunding half.

ASIO Rebukes ABC Over Bondi Terror Claims

Australia's domestic spy agency, ASIO, has issued a stern rebuke to the ABC over a Four Corners episode, alleging significant factual errors regarding resourcing and intelligence sharing related to the Bondi beach terror attack.

Ley Defiant as Coalition Polls Hit 20-Year Low

Opposition Leader Sussan Ley insists she will remain in her role despite Newspoll showing Coalition primary vote at just 18%, the lowest in over two decades, with One Nation surging to 27%.

Politicians Own 2.7 Properties Each, $419M in Assets

Australian federal politicians collectively own over $419 million in property, averaging 2.7 properties each. Nearly 10% of holdings are in Canberra, with many claiming taxpayer allowances for owned homes.

CEO шокирован арестом за штраф COVID-19 в Виктории

26-летний предприниматель Кайл Хант столкнулся с ордером на арест из-за неоплаченного штрафа за нарушение карантина в Мельбурне. Штраф вырос до $9637, в то время как в Новом Южном Уэльсе подобные штрафы были отменены.

Coalition Reunites After Last-Minute Deal

The Coalition is set to reunite following a breakthrough agreement between Opposition Leader Sussan Ley and Nationals leader David Littleproud, ending a three-week split over shadow cabinet suspensions.

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