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New rules for 'eyesore' hire bikes cluttering footpaths

New rules for 'eyesore' hire bikes cluttering footpaths

Electric hire bike operators will face new minimum standards, including rules around helmets and where the bikes can be parked and ridden.

Push for action on stalled local screen quotas

Push for action on stalled local screen quotas

Push for action on stalled local screen quotas

Push for action on stalled local screen quotas

Promised Australian content quotas for international streaming giants have stalled, but independent MP Zali Steggall has launched a campaign on the issue.

French PM suspends pension reforms plan to push budget

French PM suspends pension reforms plan to push budget

French PM suspends pension reforms plan to push budget

French PM suspends pension reforms plan to push budget

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu is proposing to suspend a plan to raise the retirement age from 62 to 64 in a bid to avoid his government being toppled.

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Treaty on election ballot as opposition vow 'tear down'

Treaty on election ballot as opposition vow 'tear down'

Voters will have the final say on the survival of a landmark statewide treaty as the opposition promises to rip it up and start again if elected.

'Blame game': voluntary assisted dying laws row erupts

'Blame game': voluntary assisted dying laws row erupts

Competing bills to allow voluntary assisted dying in Australia's only jurisdiction banning it have prompted political sniping and a call for bipartisanship.

Gazan Aussies doubt peace as leaders praise Trump

Gazan Aussies doubt peace as leaders praise Trump

As Jewish Australians celebrate the release of Israeli hostages, Palestinian Australians are doubtful about long-term peace, fearing further Israeli reprisals.

Dying on 'own terms' to get easier in law refresh

Dying on 'own terms' to get easier in law refresh

Barriers to terminally ill patients accessing assisting dying are poised to be pulled down under a law shake-up, honouring the last wishes of a young man.

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Prime minister's private phone number published online

Prime minister's private phone number published online

Prime minister's private phone number published online

Prime minister's private phone number published online

Government officials have been left scrambling after the personal phone numbers of senior politicians were discovered in an online database.

Spy agency points finger at common password habits

Spy agency points finger at common password habits

Spy agency points finger at common password habits

Spy agency points finger at common password habits

Australians are being warned to adopt better password habits for their personal and business use as the extent and cost of cyber crime is laid bare.

'Grey corruption', ministerial staff conduct unpunished

'Grey corruption', ministerial staff conduct unpunished

'Grey corruption', ministerial staff conduct unpunished

'Grey corruption', ministerial staff conduct unpunished

A former ombudsman is calling for greater accountability of ministerial staffers who engage in misconduct but aren't covered by independent oversight.

Brittany Higgins faces bankruptcy action by former boss

Brittany Higgins faces bankruptcy action by former boss

Brittany Higgins faces bankruptcy action by former boss

Brittany Higgins faces bankruptcy action by former boss

Former Senator Linda Reynolds is taking Brittany Higgins to court after claiming her ex-employee "failed to comply" with a bankruptcy notice issued to her.

Treasurer defends $4b hit from super tax backdown

Treasurer defends $4b hit from super tax backdown

Treasurer defends $4b hit from super tax backdown

Treasurer defends $4b hit from super tax backdown

An overhaul of a signature Labor tax plan will cost the budget billions, but the treasurer says it shouldn't be seen in isolation.

No voice, no change: two years on from referendum

No voice, no change: two years on from referendum

No voice, no change: two years on from referendum

No voice, no change: two years on from referendum

Australia voted no to a national voice to parliament on October 14 2023, but two years on, its advocates say they remain steadfast in their mission for change.

No excuse: tech giants warned ahead of social media ban

No excuse: tech giants warned ahead of social media ban

No excuse: tech giants warned ahead of social media ban

No excuse: tech giants warned ahead of social media ban

Executives from Meta and TikTok have been told a lack of preparation for an incoming ban on under-16s using their platforms won't be tolerated.

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AFP investigates 'burn down Parliament House' remarks

Senator Lidia Thorpe is being investigated by Australian Federal Police after saying she's prepared to "burn down Parliament House" in support of Palestinians.

Social media ban could pull the plug on young artists

YouTube warns blocking young people from accessing its platform will lead to unintended consequences for online safety and hinder emerging talent.

Black hole looms as workers comp scheme expands

Victims of bullying and sexual harassment can now seek redress under Australia's largest workers compensation scheme, but questions remain about its viability.

Ley reveals fresh front bench after Hastie departure

The Liberals have shuffled the decks of its leadership team after the resignation of rogue MP Andrew Hastie triggered a second reshuffle in five months.

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'Victory for common sense': Labor backdown on super tax

A plan to increase tax on large super balances has been overhauled, with Labor saying they took feedback on its original plan seriously.

Drug-driving MP's unusual reason for licence reprieve

A state MP who admitted drug-driving has had his licence suspended for six months, but he'll still be allowed back behind the wheel.

Trump softens tone as China-US trade tensions flare

US President Donald Trump has taken a less confrontational approach in his latest social media post on trade tensions with China.

'Stop this genocide': plea for lasting Gaza ceasefire

Thousands of pro-Palestine protesters say they won't let up until Australia sanctions Israel ahead of Hamas' expected release of remaining Israeli hostages.

Backers hose down Hastie's fiery email to supporters

Liberal MPs have tried to clarify renegade member Andrew Hastie's remarks after he made another cryptic suggestion about his future within the party.

Critical minerals talk heats up before PM's US visit

Australia is keen to lock in a critical minerals deal with the US ahead of Anthony Albanese’s talks with Donald Trump and fears of China’s market dominance.

Lecornu explains reappointment as French prime minister

Reappointed French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu faces a Monday deadline to present the parliament with a budget.

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