Category : Federal Government


ACT Treasurer Pressures Albanese on $550M GST Shortfall

ACT Treasurer Chris Steel urges the Albanese government to address a $550 million GST shortfall, highlighting financial strain on Canberra's budget and calling for federal action to ensure fair funding for the territory.

Cormann Supports WA GST Deal in OECD Submission

Mathias Cormann, former Australian finance minister and OECD head, has publicly endorsed Western Australia's GST agreement, urging the Productivity Commission to maintain the current arrangements.

Brisbane Activist Drew Pavlou Sparks US-Australia Call

Drew Pavlou, a 26-year-old law student from Brisbane, used social media to prompt a call from US President Donald Trump to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, advocating for Iranian women's football players. The activist earns $10,000 monthly online and disc

Palm Island Man Arrested by Townsville Police in Pub

Townsville police have arrested a Palm Island man following an incident at a North Queensland pub. Authorities responded to reports of a disturbance, leading to the man's detention for further investigation.

Ex-Intelligence Chief Quits Antisemitism Inquiry

Former intelligence chief Dennis Richardson resigns from the Royal Commission into Antisemitism, citing being 'surplus to requirements' and exposing flaws in the government's response to the Bondi Beach massacre.

Man Arrested Over Murder of Chef Caleb Leriano in Adelaide

A 22-year-old man has been arrested in Perth over the alleged murder of Adelaide chef Caleb Leriano, whose death was initially thought to be a car crash. Police discovered injuries inconsistent with the collision, leading to a homicide investigation.

Richardson Exit Puts Royal Commission Under Pressure

The sudden resignation of Dennis Richardson from the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide has heightened scrutiny on the commissioner, raising concerns about leadership stability and the inquiry's progress.

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