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Latest news: Parliament
More rent protections likely for NT, SA and WA tenants
A suite of renting reforms are set to be passed in South Australian and Northern Territory, and Western Australia is also looking to modernise its tenancy laws.
Nov 29, 2023
Labor strikes deal to pass Murray-Darling changes
The Albanese government has secured the support of the final crossbench senator it needs to get its contentious Murray-Darling Basin laws over the line.
Nov 29, 2023
Businesses slam workplace changes as bill clears House
Industry groups say the government's rushed workplace reforms risk damaging the economy, as a heavily amended bill passes the lower house.
Nov 29, 2023
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Thalidomide survivors welcome government apology
Thalidomide survivors say a national apology from the government was a significant step forward, welcoming a reopening of a support scheme.
Nov 29, 2023
PM issues 'overdue' apology to thalidomide survivors
The prime minister has delivered a formal apology on behalf of the government to the survivors and families affected by the drug thalidomide.
Nov 29, 2023
Labor senator Dodson urges youth to lead reconciliation
Outgoing Indigenous senator Pat Dodson says Australia is at a crossroads and must continue to work towards reconciliation despite the failed voice referendum.
Nov 29, 2023
New media laws to 'level the playing field' for free TV
Free-to-air TV will be guaranteed top billing on smart TVs, while anti-siphoning laws will be updated to stop key sporting events from being behind paywalls.
Nov 28, 2023
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Greens, crossbench success on climate law amendments
Climate laws proposed by the NSW government have undergone significant amendments after an alliance of crossbenchers successfully pushed for further action.
Nov 28, 2023
'Beyond a joke': Senate erupts over workplace laws
The cross bench is urging Labor to pass its own laws to help trauma-affected first responders after the government refused to split workplace reforms.
Nov 28, 2023
Rent freezes only for 'extreme times', inquiry finds
An inquiry into Victoria's rental and housing affordability crisis has called for a re-examination of negative gearing instead of a rent freeze or cap.
Nov 28, 2023
'Stubborn': Labor, Libs dig in on work compo reforms
The Victorian government and opposition are digging in on planned changes to the state's workers compensation scheme as parliament enters its last sitting week.
Nov 28, 2023
Indigenous leader and Labor luminary Pat Dodson retires
Labor senator Pat Dodson is quitting politics after being diagnosed with cancer, with his resignation to take effect on January 26.
Nov 28, 2023
Government takes action on 'Help to Buy' housing laws
The federal government is set to introduce laws to drive its "Help to Buy" housing program, which the industry says will be effective.
Nov 28, 2023
Ban on gambling ads a certain winner, say MPs
Two independent MPs and an anti-betting lobbyist are calling on the government to ban gambling advertisements.
Nov 28, 2023
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Nazi salute to be outlawed to stop 'glorifying hatred'
Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus says there's no place for glorifying hatred in Australia as he moves to ban the Nazi salute.
Nov 28, 2023
Strict new conditions for detainees pass lower house
Amendments to laws keeping tabs on people released from immigration detention have passed the House of Representatives.
Nov 27, 2023
Victorian government delays apology to care leavers
Premier Jacinta Allan was scheduled to formally say sorry to past care leavers on behalf of the Victorian government but the apology has been pushed back.
Nov 27, 2023
Election probe calls for more politicians in Canberra
The number of senators in the ACT and Northern Territory should be doubled and voting enrolment extended, a review into the 2022 federal election has found.
Nov 27, 2023
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Murray-Darling Basin plan to remain afloat under deal
The Albanese government and the Greens have announced a deal to ensure a multi-billion dollar plan for the Murray-Darling Basin doesn't sink.
Nov 27, 2023
Teenage smoking rates 'incredibly worrying': experts
Though vaping and e-cigarettes have taken over the public health spotlight, experts say the government must continue pushing tobacco legislation.
Nov 27, 2023
Parliament to consider citizenship stripping powers
Immigration policy will be front and centre as both parliamentary chambers return for the last sitting period of the year.
Nov 26, 2023
Top bureaucrat rejects auditor's call to end 'dump day'
Victoria's auditor-general wants the state government to reconsider dumping hundreds of annual reports on parliament at once.
Nov 24, 2023
Violence against women is a 'national emergency': MPs
Nearly three million women have experienced violence at the hands of a partner, leading politicians to push for more action on the "epidemic".
Nov 22, 2023
'We went backwards': response to floods spark concerns
Victoria's handling of flood emergencies is being questioned as new details emerge about the toll of the 2022 natural disaster.
Nov 21, 2023
'Too little too late': fight looms over NSW climate law
The cost of climate change and inaction is exorbitant, says one of 12 MPs prepared to block an "unambitious" set of NSW emissions targets.
Nov 17, 2023
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