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Church ‘Saddened’ After Being Called a Cult by Prime Minister Albanese
A prominent Australian church has questioned why the prime minister has ’stoked the flames’ of hate.
Labor, Greens, Teal Probed Over CCP-Linked Foreign Election Interference
Voters are being urged not to fall prey to interference when they cast their vote in the federal election.
Interest Rate Cut Hopes Rise as Inflation Holds at 2.4 Percent
Housing, education and food costs rose, but easing rent and insurance kept inflation steady at 2.4 percent, lifting hopes for an RBA rate cut.
Penny Wong Says ‘The Voice’ Will Be Back on the Political Agenda One Day
Comparing the issue to marriage equality, Labor’s Senate leader said people will one day wonder what the fuss was about.
Skip the ABC on Election Night, Dutton Says
Dutton doubles down on ABC criticism, urging voters to ignore ‘hate media’ and trust conversations on the ground ahead of the May 3 election.
Trump Says He Will Be Speaking With Albanese Soon
With just days to the election, Trump confirms he’ll speak with Albanese about trade tariffs.
Election Watchdog Investigates CCP-Linked Backing of Teal MP Monique Ryan
Members of the Hubei Association, linked to Beijing’s chief foreign influence body, were allegedly told to support the Teal MP.
Australian Prime Minister Congratulates Carney on Election Victory
Canada’s Mark Carney is poised to secure a fourth term for the Liberal Party after claiming victory in the national election.
Labor Defends Consultant Cuts as It Takes Aim at Coalition’s Public Service Slashes
Pressed on the contrast, Albanese said Labor’s cuts were about value for money.
Housing Affordability Tops Australian Voters’ Social Concerns Nationally
The 2025 Salvation Army Social Justice Stocktake provides a detailed insight into what issues are concerning voters as the election draws closer.
Why Is There Pushback Against the Indigenous ‘Welcome to Country’ Ceremony?
What was already a contentious issue bubbled to the surface following Melbourne’s Anzac Day dawn service ceremony.
Labor Defends AAA Credit Rating Amid S&P Downgrade Warning
He argued Labor had not only shown enthusiasm for responsible economic management but had built a strong track record.
Labor Warns Trump-Style Policies Shaping Opposition Agenda
Asked how much the ‘Trump factor’ was shaping the election, Gallagher pointed directly to Opposition Leader Peter Dutton’s agenda.
Dutton, Bandt Trade Blows Over Accusations of Anti-Semitism
Dutton accused the Greens of repugnant online comments not condemned by Albanese.
Coalition Prefers More Migrant Tradies, Not Yoga Teachers
‘We’re not going to prioritise yoga teachers,’ Dutton said when discussing his migration policy during the election campaign.
One Nation Backs Coalition, But Wants to Make It Conservative Again
Support for One Nation has increased steadily during the election campaign.
Election Promises Could Jeopardise Australia’s AAA Rating, Credit Agency Warns
S&P cautioned that campaign pledges ahead of the May 3 elections could widen deficits and increase debt and interest expenses beyond projections.
Labor Eyes $6.4 Billion in Budget Savings, Fees for Student Visas to Go Up
A big focus of the Labor government is cutting consultancy work and bringing it in-house to a larger public service.
Singapore Orders Meta to Block Social Media Posts During Election Campaign
Posts by a Malaysian and Australian citizen have been blocked.
