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Hipkins edges first New Zealand election debate

Hipkins edges first New Zealand election debate

The two candidates to be New Zealand's prime minister after the November 7 election have sparred on the cost of living, tax plans and more.

Greens float state-owned supermarkets for cheaper food

Greens float state-owned supermarkets for cheaper food

Greens float state-owned supermarkets for cheaper food

Greens float state-owned supermarkets for cheaper food

The Greens have backed an idea for the federal government to buy up 200 Coles and Woolies stores in a move ripped straight out of a US mayor's playbook.

Hospital overcrowding fix pitched under $100m pledge

Hospital overcrowding fix pitched under $100m pledge

Hospital overcrowding fix pitched under $100m pledge

Hospital overcrowding fix pitched under $100m pledge

A dedicated space for soon-to-be discharged patients has been flagged in a state opposition pitch to crack down on hospital overcrowding.

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One Nation to shuffle deck, rent Gina Rinehart office

One Nation to shuffle deck, rent Gina Rinehart office

One Nation will soon rent a "striking three-storey" office from Gina Rinehart and shuffle senior staffing roles as it seeks to gain dominance in each state.

Riders rally over potholes as land tax cut locked in

Riders rally over potholes as land tax cut locked in

Land taxes will be slashed regardless of who wins Victoria's election in a pledge that could save 250,000 people sizeable sums.

New Greens leader 'angry' on behalf of everyday workers

New Greens leader 'angry' on behalf of everyday workers

Reforming the tax system is on new Greens leader David Shoebridge's agenda as he looks to convert Australian voter angst into support for the progressive party.

'Real change' election pledge for One Nation

'Real change' election pledge for One Nation

The full suite of policies was unveiled at an edgy and chaotic launch as One Nation kicked off its state election campaign.

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'Angry' Greens chief says Labor leaving voters in lurch

'Angry' Greens chief says Labor leaving voters in lurch

'Angry' Greens chief says Labor leaving voters in lurch

'Angry' Greens chief says Labor leaving voters in lurch

The new Greens leadership is looking to UK counterparts for inspiration as they echo pledges to "replace Labor", which they say has been marching to the right.

Improved NZ budget as election campaign gets fiscal

Improved NZ budget as election campaign gets fiscal

Improved NZ budget as election campaign gets fiscal

Improved NZ budget as election campaign gets fiscal

National is claiming credit for an improved set of books as the New Zealand election as it seeks a second term at the November 7 poll.

Labor ratings hit new low despite leadership change

Labor ratings hit new low despite leadership change

Labor ratings hit new low despite leadership change

Labor ratings hit new low despite leadership change

A change in leadership has failed to improve public perception of Labor in one state, as polling shows a collapse in confidence and a shift in voter priorities.

Greens surge in tightest NZ election for decades

Greens surge in tightest NZ election for decades

Greens surge in tightest NZ election for decades

Greens surge in tightest NZ election for decades

New Zealand's two biggest political parties have held campaign-starting rallies but it was the Greens that launched in a key poll.

Tough choices ahead for UK PM despite 'Burnham bounce'

Tough choices ahead for UK PM despite 'Burnham bounce'

Tough choices ahead for UK PM despite 'Burnham bounce'

Tough choices ahead for UK PM despite 'Burnham bounce'

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has been in office for two months, with his party seemingly content as it opens its annual conference.

Election miracle or is it Labor 'saving the furniture'?

Election miracle or is it Labor 'saving the furniture'?

Election miracle or is it Labor 'saving the furniture'?

Election miracle or is it Labor 'saving the furniture'?

Still trailing in the polls, a new Labor premier is confronting an election challenge comparable in some ways to the one Scott Morrison overcame in 2019.

'I don't like it': second student wave protests Hanson

'I don't like it': second student wave protests Hanson

'I don't like it': second student wave protests Hanson

'I don't like it': second student wave protests Hanson

Thousands of pupils have skipped class for a second national student walkout against Pauline Hanson and One Nation.

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Coalition slams 'Big Brother' social media reform bill

The opposition is declaring the government's digital duty-of-care laws the "Big Brother bill", doubling down on its stance to block the reforms in parliament.

Dumped Liberal makes major move before state election

A conservative minor party has locked in Moira Deeming as a lead candidate for Victoria's state election after the Liberals dumped the controversial MP.

'Doesn't pass pub test': Labor seats awash with grants

Labor is accused of pork barrelling after the lion's share of a half-billion-dollar election fund went to its own seats, including in the PM's backyard.

Premier will heed voters after One Nation breakthrough

Labor has conceded after One Nation won a previously safe Labor seat in a WA by-election that could have ramifications across the country.

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One Nation mops up migration policy amid new polling

One Nation has again been forced to clarify a key policy stance after its newest MP claimed its migration numbers would not differ much from Labor's.

DNA twist: Grisham fan cracks life-and-death case

A lawyer's campaign has culminated in a legal victory worthy of a Grisham novel with laws banning life insurers from using genetic test results to deny cover.

'Left a zero off': tolls, police in rival voter pitches

Cost of living and law and order are shaping up as key battlefronts in an upcoming state election as the major parties unveil competing offers.

'Filthy money' and Fiji trip aired in corruption probe

A lobbyist's explanations for dodging parliamentary scrutiny and ordering a "shit sheet" on a politician have dominated a third week of corruption hearings.

Minister slaps down Hanson's latest immigration call

A federal minister has dismissed Pauline Hanson's latest immigration policy proposal, likening it to something Donald Trump would advocate.

Monoculture threatens nation's security, minister warns

One Nation's policies would jeopardise relations around the world and risk the safety of Australians, Foreign Minister Penny Wong warns.

One Nation admits Hanson used party funds on Euro trip

Pauline Hanson has pushed back amid scrutiny of her overseas travel expenses, confirming the minor party covered luxury accommodation.

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