Category : Parliament


Townsville Court List Friday May 8

Full list of defendants appearing at Townsville Magistrates Court on Friday, May 8, 2020. Includes charges, names, and case outcomes.

Shorten Defends CIT, Backs UC Ties

Bill Shorten defends the Canberra Institute of Technology despite inquiry findings, supporting its ties with the University of Canberra.

WA Budget 2026-27: Saffioti to Deliver Amid Spending Debate

WA Treasurer Rita Saffioti will hand down the 2026-27 Budget on Thursday, with Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers following on May 12. Budget season brings political spin, pre-announcements, and debate over spending's role in inflation.

Cairns Court List Thursday April 30

The full list of people appearing at Cairns Magistrates Court on Thursday, April 30, has been published, covering a range of criminal matters.

Geocon to Fix 28 Defects at Canberra's Infinity Tower

Canberra developer Geocon has agreed to rectify 28 defects at the Infinity Tower in Woden, following an investigation by the ACT building watchdog. The defects include fire safety issues and waterproofing problems.

Canberra Hotel Plan Sparks Outrage Over Approval

A controversial hotel development in Canberra has drawn sharp criticism from residents and community groups, who accuse Planning Minister Chris Steel of ignoring local concerns and undermining planning laws.

Cairns District Court Listings April 27

The Cairns District Court will hear a range of cases on April 27, including assault, drug offenses, and property crimes. Here is the full list of sittings.

Townsville District Court Sittings April 24

The Townsville District Court has announced its scheduled sittings for April 24, covering a range of criminal and civil cases. Key details include court locations and case numbers.

Senate Estimates Day One: Agencies Face Scrutiny

The first Senate estimates hearings of 2026 have commenced, with agencies like the Bureau of Meteorology and Human Rights Commission facing intense questioning on climate, hate speech, and public service budget cuts.

Bob Katter Slams MPs Over Flag Request Rejections

Federal MP Bob Katter has publicly condemned fellow politicians for refusing to provide Australian flags to constituents, sparking debate over parliamentary resources and community engagement.

Parliament Fails to Unite on Hate Speech, Gun Laws

The Australian Parliament's return to address national crises has devolved into political manoeuvring, with the government's 'Frankenstein' legislation on hate speech and gun control pleasing few and highlighting deep divisions.

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