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High Court threat hangs over revamped donation laws

High Court threat hangs over revamped donation laws

Revised political donation laws are poised to attract a fresh legal challenge before Victorian voters head to the polls.

Tony Abbott vows to not be silent in Liberal rebuild

Tony Abbott vows to not be silent in Liberal rebuild

Tony Abbott vows to not be silent in Liberal rebuild

Tony Abbott vows to not be silent in Liberal rebuild

Tony Abbott has spoken out against other conservative parties, but his vocal nature could cause trouble for Opposition Leader Angus Taylor.

Poll topper Hanson wants to lead Aussies who assimilate

Poll topper Hanson wants to lead Aussies who assimilate

Poll topper Hanson wants to lead Aussies who assimilate

Poll topper Hanson wants to lead Aussies who assimilate

Pauline Hanson has sidestepped questions about her standing in migrant communities as a poll puts her populist party ahead of the federal government.

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'Won't knock the job': Hanson declares she can be PM

'Won't knock the job': Hanson declares she can be PM

Pauline Hanson has proposed a ban on immigration from certain countries and defended ties to Gina Rinehart, while stating she's open to becoming prime minister.

'Spiritual malaise': Tony Abbott's Liberal rallying cry

'Spiritual malaise': Tony Abbott's Liberal rallying cry

Tony Abbott has returned to the political spotlight in a senior Liberal Party role, claiming the nation is drifting backwards amid a "spiritual malaise".

Pros and cons to creating formal party, ex-teal says

Pros and cons to creating formal party, ex-teal says

While a formal teal party could erode support among some voters, it would also help independent MPs share resources and collaborate on policies.

More independents hose down push to toe the party line

More independents hose down push to toe the party line

A number of independent MPs have closed the door on a push to establish a teal political party in response to voters turning their backs on the establishment.

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Pauline Hanson won't tie One Nation to coalition 'dog'

Pauline Hanson won't tie One Nation to coalition 'dog'

Pauline Hanson won't tie One Nation to coalition 'dog'

Pauline Hanson won't tie One Nation to coalition 'dog'

Pauline Hanson's party could become the official opposition, but she has poured cold water on any policy compromise in a coalition deal.

Libs take aim at premier's pledge with a personal edge

Libs take aim at premier's pledge with a personal edge

Libs take aim at premier's pledge with a personal edge

Libs take aim at premier's pledge with a personal edge

With an election looming, two state party leaders have launched a series of pre-election pledges.

One Nation's polling could herald messy hung parliament

One Nation's polling could herald messy hung parliament

One Nation's polling could herald messy hung parliament

One Nation's polling could herald messy hung parliament

One Nation has eclipsed Labor in opinion polling for the first time, with political analysts suggesting Australia could be headed for future hung parliaments.

Tony Abbott to be named new Liberal Party president

Tony Abbott to be named new Liberal Party president

Tony Abbott to be named new Liberal Party president

Tony Abbott to be named new Liberal Party president

Former prime minister Tony Abbott will return to active political life when he is named as the Liberal Party's new federal president.

Coalition rejects rival camp after losing swag of votes

Coalition rejects rival camp after losing swag of votes

Coalition rejects rival camp after losing swag of votes

Coalition rejects rival camp after losing swag of votes

The Nationals leader is optimistic the Farrer by-election will be an anomaly and is his setting sights on the federal election to regain ground on One Nation.

Liberals take key by-election win ahead of state poll

Liberals take key by-election win ahead of state poll

Liberals take key by-election win ahead of state poll

Liberals take key by-election win ahead of state poll

The Liberals have claimed victory in a key Victorian by-election seeing off a challenge from one nation and a strong independent candidate.

Election pitch to cap pay of public service 'fat cats'

Election pitch to cap pay of public service 'fat cats'

Election pitch to cap pay of public service 'fat cats'

Election pitch to cap pay of public service 'fat cats'

A would-be premier is going after the pay packets of high-ranking public service leaders in a bid to save $20 million over the next decade.

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Hanson flaunts 'sexy' new plane before donor law change

Pauline Hanson has taken to social media to show off her new million-dollar plane, at the same time mocking the media, Welcome to County and renewables.

'Brand damage' risk as Liberals preference One Nation

An ex-Liberal prime minister has slammed the party's decision to preference One Nation in the Farrer by-election as a pollster warns of possible brand damage.

Labor faithful urged to connect, focus on what matters

The leader of a struggling state opposition has urged the party's faithful to connect with voters and focus on the cost-of-living challenge.

One Nation retains seat after missing votes counted

A new count triggered by the discovery of missing votes has confirmed a One Nation victory in a South Australian electorate and extended the winning margin.

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Revised donation laws vow after High Court ruling

The High Court has quashed state political donation restrictions in a ruling with wide-reaching implications, though a state government will push for change.

'Manosphere' in sights as premier shakes up cabinet

The Victorian premier has created a cabinet position for men and boys while calling on a close ally to be her health minister in an election-year reshuffle.

New minister has 'no regrets' over ex-CFMEU boss ties

A state government cabinet pick has shrugged off concerns about her association with an ex-union boss, declaring she doesn't ditch mates in tough times.

Greens confirm environmental lawyer as newest senator

Environmental lawyer Vanessa Bleyer has been selected by Greens members as their next senator for Tasmania, replacing a retiring politician in August.

'Circle of life': major reshuffle as senior MPs quit

Three state ministers have called time on their political careers, triggering a major cabinet reshuffle and factional carve-up as an election looms.

Peter Dutton lands LNP-appointed investment gig

Former opposition leader Peter Dutton has been appointed to a new role to bolster mining and defence investment in his home state.

Outspoken Liberal MP wins spot in election-ticket twist

Controversial state Liberal MP Moira Deeming has emerged victorious in a bruising preselection battle after a rival dropped out of the running.

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