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Probe calling for ban of controversial chant panned

Probe calling for ban of controversial chant panned

Slogans shouted at pro-Palestine protests are under scrutiny as a state moves to outlaw them after the Bondi massacre but critics say it curbs freedoms.

PM caught in backlash as transparency pleas grow

PM caught in backlash as transparency pleas grow

PM caught in backlash as transparency pleas grow

PM caught in backlash as transparency pleas grow

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faces calls to bolster transparency as Labor starts the new year ramming through complex legislation with reduced oversight.

Exposing wrongdoing not as easy as blowing the whistle

Exposing wrongdoing not as easy as blowing the whistle

Exposing wrongdoing not as easy as blowing the whistle

Exposing wrongdoing not as easy as blowing the whistle

Whistleblowers need to navigate complex legal minefields when trying to expose wrongdoing, as different precedents outline what is covered by protection laws.

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Patterns of misinformation swirl around Bondi massacre

Patterns of misinformation swirl around Bondi massacre

The horrible anti-Semitic terror attack at Bondi on December 14 continues to spur online misinformation but why, and where has it come from?

Expense scandal critics back MP travel perks crackdown

Expense scandal critics back MP travel perks crackdown

Restrictions on family travel entitlements sparked by MPs flying partners to major events has strong support but there are calls for even stricter limits.

Ex-MPs launch court challenge against poll spend caps

Ex-MPs launch court challenge against poll spend caps

Two former MPs are challenging laws capping how much money they can receive and spend on a federal election, saying they unfairly advantage major parties.

Secretive sect fires back at poll interference claims

Secretive sect fires back at poll interference claims

A pact between the Liberal Party and a secretive Christian church has been denied, although the sect says some members may have co-ordinated their efforts.

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Senator charges public for travel timed with legal case

Senator charges public for travel timed with legal case

Senator charges public for travel timed with legal case

Senator charges public for travel timed with legal case

Thousands of dollars worth of flights and travel allowance have been claimed by a senator during trips that coincided with developments in a private legal case.

Corruption watchdog head defiant on conflict claims

Corruption watchdog head defiant on conflict claims

Corruption watchdog head defiant on conflict claims

Corruption watchdog head defiant on conflict claims

National anti-corruption commissioner Paul Brereton is being investigated over potential conflicts of interest by the commission's oversight body.

Minister's public purse spending bonanza under audit

Minister's public purse spending bonanza under audit

Minister's public purse spending bonanza under audit

Minister's public purse spending bonanza under audit

A besieged cabinet minister under fire for slugging taxpayers with the bill to fly her husband to sports events has referred herself for an independent audit.

Slow whistleblower reform take up in corporate sector

Slow whistleblower reform take up in corporate sector

Slow whistleblower reform take up in corporate sector

Slow whistleblower reform take up in corporate sector

Whistleblowers are having a harder time coming forward in some large companies that have failed to implement reforms to encourage disclosures about wrongdoing.

Unknown number of servicewomen gagged by ADF agreements

Unknown number of servicewomen gagged by ADF agreements

Unknown number of servicewomen gagged by ADF agreements

Unknown number of servicewomen gagged by ADF agreements

The defence force chief is offering to review non-disclosure orders for victims of sexual misconduct but stopped short of committing to a blanket annulment.

Donation law shake-up to skirt High Court challenge

Donation law shake-up to skirt High Court challenge

Donation law shake-up to skirt High Court challenge

Donation law shake-up to skirt High Court challenge

Minor parties and independents will be able to draw down campaign funds from nominated bodies after a constitutional challenge on state political donation laws.

Labor vowed to end 'jobs for mates' but ignored review

Labor vowed to end 'jobs for mates' but ignored review

Labor vowed to end 'jobs for mates' but ignored review

Labor vowed to end 'jobs for mates' but ignored review

A minister who promised to end a "jobs for mates" culture for political appointments has snubbed recommendations for a more robust, independent process.

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Self-excluded gamblers turn to illegal offshore sites

Punters are increasingly turning to illegal sites to gamble, sending billions of dollars offshore as the responsible regulator is criticised for being futile.

'Jeered and belittled': MP slams polling booth bullying

The vitriol spurring harassment, intimidation and sexism at polling booths during the 2025 election has resulted in candidates calling the campaign a new low.

Visa granted then revoked for Afghan who helped ADF

Two years after applying for safe haven from the Taliban in Australia, Jumaghul was given a lifeline only for it to be revoked almost immediately.

Secret report on cronyism comes back to bite Labor

The key finding of a major investigation into "jobs for the boys" across federal politics can be revealed after being kept secret for more than two years.

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'Crossed a line': election volunteers plead for changes

Concerns are being raised about the conduct of campaigners during the 2025 federal poll following widespread reports of antisocial behaviour.

Alarming Aussie support for political violence revealed

Many Australians have lost faith in democracy and elected leaders, with nearly one in ten believing violence can be justified for a political cause.

Brazen lies, ballot box bullies among election antics

From intimidation at polling booths to constant social media nonsense on voting, an inquiry has has been told all about new dark sides of election politics.

Anti-corruption boss scrutinised for potential conflict

National anti-corruption commissioner Paul Brereton continues to face accusations of potential conflicts of interest over his involvement with Defence.

Labor backs down on crony secrecy after losing control

A report on cronyism will see the light of day after Senate pressure prompted the government to agree to release findings on jobs for mates in government.

Holes poked in government reasons for narrowing FoI

Justifications made by Australia's top legal officer for the need to tighten freedom of information laws have failed a fact-check by public integrity advocates.

Political dinner a podcaster push for people's lobbyist

A podcaster is hosting his own political fundraiser in major-party style as a survey shows most Australians think paying for access to ministers is unfair.

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