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National ahead but rueing 'bittersweet' NZ election

National ahead but rueing 'bittersweet' NZ election

At least three National ministers won't be returning to parliament, creating vacancies at the heart of Chris Luxon's government if it wins a second term.

Abuse of women MPs 'supercharged' by social media

Abuse of women MPs 'supercharged' by social media

Abuse of women MPs 'supercharged' by social media

Abuse of women MPs 'supercharged' by social media

MPs from across the political divide have paid tribute to Helen Haines as the independent recovers in hospital from an alleged attack outside her office.

'Allegations of allegations': Greens senator speaks out

'Allegations of allegations': Greens senator speaks out

'Allegations of allegations': Greens senator speaks out

'Allegations of allegations': Greens senator speaks out

A Greens senator facing a conduct probe has decided not to attend parliament as details surrounding his "leave" spark a public party rift.

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Greens divided over under-fire senator's leave claims

Greens divided over under-fire senator's leave claims

The leader of the Greens has hit back at one of his senators, insisting it is appropriate he takes leave while allegations he mistreated women are investigated.

Greens senator rejects years-old conduct accusations

Greens senator rejects years-old conduct accusations

An independent investigation will examine allegations of inappropriate conduct towards women by Greens senator Jordon Steele-John.

Mental health system suffering from $600m shortfall

Mental health system suffering from $600m shortfall

More than half a billion of taxpayer dollars is needed to overhaul Australia's largest state public mental health service to help cure its funding headaches.

Power provider defends costings after smelter's bailout

Power provider defends costings after smelter's bailout

A multimillion-dollar rescue package has secured the immediate future of one of Australia's biggest aluminium smelters after years of uncertainty.

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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.

Record-low poll puts Labor attack dogs on offensive

Record-low poll puts Labor attack dogs on offensive

Record-low poll puts Labor attack dogs on offensive

Record-low poll puts Labor attack dogs on offensive

Federal government frontbenchers have arced up as their party slips to a record-low primary vote share of 27 per cent in the latest Newspoll.

'Despicable': parties unite against One Nation attack

'Despicable': parties unite against One Nation attack

'Despicable': parties unite against One Nation attack

'Despicable': parties unite against One Nation attack

Political rivals are joining Liberal MP Andrew Hastie in rebuking One Nation leader Pauline Hanson, who is under mounting fire for labelling him a traitor.

Labor insists it isn't gaslighting on reserve backflip

Labor insists it isn't gaslighting on reserve backflip

Labor insists it isn't gaslighting on reserve backflip

Labor insists it isn't gaslighting on reserve backflip

The government insists it is not backtracking on a plan to ensure steady gas supply as industry and experts raise alarm bells about a bloated energy market.

'A good local member': PM defends campaign grant funds

'A good local member': PM defends campaign grant funds

'A good local member': PM defends campaign grant funds

'A good local member': PM defends campaign grant funds

Labor has dismissed claims of conflicts of interest over a $560 million grant scheme to fulfil election promises as the crossbench pushes for more transparency.

Albanese leaves door open to cutting tobacco excise

Albanese leaves door open to cutting tobacco excise

Albanese leaves door open to cutting tobacco excise

Albanese leaves door open to cutting tobacco excise

Labor's leader is now declining to guarantee the government won't cut the levy, as One Nation says keeping it unchanged will funnel money to the "mafia".

'Suicide rates would climb' due to veterans' health cap

'Suicide rates would climb' due to veterans' health cap

'Suicide rates would climb' due to veterans' health cap

'Suicide rates would climb' due to veterans' health cap

An ex-army senator has warned that veterans will be at risk of extraordinary trauma and even death under government plans to cap health spending.

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AFL stand-down policy plea as heat on Swans intensifies

A senior politician has linked a public statement delivered by a Sydney Swans executive to toxic attitudes that fuel gender-based violence.

Door ajar for rail loop rethink as premier finds feet

Australia's newest premier has revisited his past life and refused to rule out reviewing a signature transport project on his first full day in top job.

Royal commission as new Labor premier changes course

Newly-minted Victorian Premier Ben Carroll has vowed to tread a different path to his predecessors, promising a royal commission into the building sector.

Top Liberal bats away proposal for One Nation coalition

After a senior frontbencher left the door open for a partnership with One Nation, his party's leader quickly tried to shut the idea down.

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Israeli denies bid to interfere with Australian policy

Policies should not just target "one side", Israel says, as it pushes back on a draft Labor document on the Middle East before the party's national conference.

Hanson's billionaire friendship could prompt backlash

An unlikely alliance between Pauline Hanson and a billionaire benefactor threatens to undermine her relationships with colleagues, a political expert warns.

Liberal MP drops party court bid after 'headlock' saga

A state Liberal MP has withdrawn a court challenge against her own party as she mounts a last-ditch bid to retain her candidacy.

Liberal leader has 'heavy heart' criticising One Nation

Angus Taylor has been accused of "appalling" attacks on Pauline Hanson's right-wing party but has refused to condemn her meeting with a notorious UK activist.

Ex-staffer lands cabinet post, Indigenous MP overlooked

An ex-chief of staff to two premiers has been promoted to a mystery cabinet position as a state Labor caucus ignores calls for an Indigenous MP to get the job.

Liberal leader rules out forming One Nation alliance

Angus Taylor has doubled down on attacks on One Nation, ruling out any coalition with the minor party despite Pauline Hanson's pleas to "work together".

Right-wing rivals locked in 'race to the bottom': PM

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has taken a broad swipe at right-wing rivals, telling the Labor Party faithful they are only interested in airing grievances.

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