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‘Extremely Dangerous’: Australians Warned Not to Travel to Ukraine
An Australian volunteer has died in Ukraine.
Teal Monique Ryan Holds Seat, Calls for Faster Electrification of Energy Grid
The Teal MP has managed to hold off a strong push from the Liberal Party to reclaim the former blue-ribbon electorate of Kooyong.
Victoria to Spend $700 Million Expanding Prison System to Deal With Crime Wave
This comes amid a surge in crime in Victoria in 2024, with the number of criminal incidents increasing by 18.7 percent.
Health NZ, Doctors Sound Warning on Measles Spread
New Zealand’s vaccination rate of around 80 percent risks a ‘nightmare’ scenario if the disease takes hold, doctors say.
NZ Deputy Police Commissioner Resigns After Porn Found on Work Computer
Police Minister Mark Mitchell has confirmed that he had initiated the process to remove Jevon McSkimming, who was already on leave over another incident.
Albanese Labor Cabinet Sworn In
Family members joined MPs during the swearing in ceremony.
Treasurer Says a ‘Couple of Years’ Needed Before Productivity Can Improve
The treasurer said there would be no change to taxing unrealised capital gains.
Ley Wins Over Taylor in Tight Liberal Leadership Vote
Ted O’Brien elected deputy as party pivots towards moderate leadership.
Russia Officially Found Responsible for MH17, Wong Hails ‘Historic Moment’
The International Civil Aviation Organisation has found Russia responsible for shooting down the Malaysian Airlines flight in 2014.
Australian Prime Minister to Attend Pope’s Inauguration
Albanese will hold informal trade talks on the sidelines, revisiting stalled EU free trade agreement discussions.
‘My Heroes’: Faith Group Praised for Exposing ’Evil Nature' of the CCP
Australian leaders praised practitioners of Falun Dafa and condemned Beijing’s egregious human rights record.
Supermarket Giant Woolworths to Cut Prices on 400 Products
Woolworths said the latest price reduction would last at least until 2026.
Nationals to Stick With David Littleproud as Leader After Canavan Contest
Kevin Hogan has been elected deputy leader as Nationals regroup post-election.
Papua New Guineans Set to Join Australia’s Defence Force
It looks likely that Australia will seek to directly recruit Papua New Guineans to serve in the ADF, but not all observers think it’s a good idea.
Over 400,000 Australians Received Taxpayer Funded Legal Assistance in 2024
Delivered through a variety of mechanisms, the money from federal and state governments is expected to amount to $3.9 billion over the coming 5 years.
Albanese Unveils New Cabinet, Appoints 7 Special Envoys
Michelle Rowland will move to attorney-general; Tanya Plibersek to social services; and Mark Butler will take on the NDIS.
Global Demand for Australian Beef Surges During US-China Tariff War
Australian beef exports hit new record in April 2025, with total volume reaching 127,172 tonnes.
Aboriginal Group Cuts Ties With Melbourne Storm After Welcome to Country Axing
Victorian Aboriginal Health Services organised participation for Indigenous children during half-time games.
‘Factional Assassin’: Embattled MP Points Finger at Marles in Cabinet Fallout
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is expected to announce new cabinet today.
Labor’s 2nd Term Begins Under Shadow of Productivity, Housing Crunch: Economists
Economists have weighed in and say the only upside to the economy is that inflation has moderated.