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Liberals pre-select consultant to succeed Morrison

Liberals pre-select consultant to succeed Morrison

Consultant Simon Kennedy has been pre-selected by the Liberals to contest former prime minister Scott Morrison's seat of Cook ahead of an upcoming by-election.

Coalition reshuffle portfolios after by-election loss

Coalition reshuffle portfolios after by-election loss

Coalition reshuffle portfolios after by-election loss

Coalition reshuffle portfolios after by-election loss

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has unveiled his shadow leadership team, rejigging portfolios to fill vacant spots in portfolio allocations.

Big end of town ready but push back on climate regime

Big end of town ready but push back on climate regime

Big end of town ready but push back on climate regime

Big end of town ready but push back on climate regime

Most directors are worried about climate change risks but could get extra time to prepare for more thorough financial disclosure and transition planning.

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International court referral has 'no credibility': PM

International court referral has 'no credibility': PM

A legal referral accusing the federal government of supporting alleged war crimes in the Middle East has been rejected by the prime minister.

New support measures for victims of violence

New support measures for victims of violence

Legislation for a permanent commissioner for victims and a sexual violence review board will be introduced to the Queensland parliament.

Older Australians may win big from homebuyer scheme

Older Australians may win big from homebuyer scheme

Australians expected to retire in the next decade could avoid the renting on a pension thanks to the government's first homebuyer scheme.

Doctors, nurses make emergency call on federal budget

Doctors, nurses make emergency call on federal budget

More than 40 health groups have called on the government to make climate and health funding a priority after services were challenged by extreme weather.

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US Supreme Court reinstates Trump to Colorado ballot

US Supreme Court reinstates Trump to Colorado ballot

US Supreme Court reinstates Trump to Colorado ballot

US Supreme Court reinstates Trump to Colorado ballot

Former US president Donald Trump's ballot in Colorado has been reinstated by the state's top court which decided only a federal court could disqualify him.

AI threatens anti-corruption fight amid economic boost

AI threatens anti-corruption fight amid economic boost

AI threatens anti-corruption fight amid economic boost

AI threatens anti-corruption fight amid economic boost

Artificial intelligence could boost NSW's economy and make it hard for its citizens to trust the government, as an inquiry considers the technology.

Women take up surf training as regional drownings spike

Women take up surf training as regional drownings spike

Women take up surf training as regional drownings spike

Women take up surf training as regional drownings spike

An organisation providing coaching and surf lifesaving skills in the regions plans to empower more women to enter the water.

Simon Kennedy to run for former PM Morrison's seat

Simon Kennedy to run for former PM Morrison's seat

Simon Kennedy to run for former PM Morrison's seat

Simon Kennedy to run for former PM Morrison's seat

Liberal Party faithful have pre-selected Simon Kennedy to contest the federal seat of Cook at a by-election triggered by the resignation of Scott Morrison.

ASEAN kicks off with a cash splash, talks and protests

ASEAN kicks off with a cash splash, talks and protests

ASEAN kicks off with a cash splash, talks and protests

ASEAN kicks off with a cash splash, talks and protests

Australia and a major regional player signed new agreements, leaders held high level talks and protesters staged noisy rallies as the ASEAN summit kicked off.

Malaysia happy to reopen search for missing MH370

Malaysia happy to reopen search for missing MH370

Malaysia happy to reopen search for missing MH370

Malaysia happy to reopen search for missing MH370

Any fresh evidence in the search for the MH370 flight that mysteriously disappeared a decade ago could compel a fresh operation, Malaysia's leader says.

Court bid by ex-MP for travel expense review dismissed

Court bid by ex-MP for travel expense review dismissed

Court bid by ex-MP for travel expense review dismissed

Court bid by ex-MP for travel expense review dismissed

An attempt by ex-MP Andrew Laming for an expenditure watchdog's decision over his travel expenses to be reviewed has been dismissed by the Federal Court.

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Nine sued over 'highly damaging' reports on Liberal MP

Reports that ex-federal MP Stuart Robert gave secret advice about government contracts to consulting firm Synergy 360 will be defended by Nine in court.

Bias found in report against Lehrmann trial prosecutor

Communications between the head of an inquiry into Bruce Lehrmann's rape trial and a journalist from The Australian gave rise to an "apprehension of bias".

Car lobby calls for more trains to prevent gridlock

Experts say Adelaide's rail network needs major expansion to prevent an influx of new residents bringing road traffic to a standstill.

Kids in hotel care cut, staffing and info gaps linger

NSW has fewer children under protection living in hotels, but workers are fleeing, while outsourced providers have been reporting inaccurate information.

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'Our nation's shame': ex-senator to lead DV inquiry

A landmark inquiry into domestic and family violence is a step closer after the South Australian government unveiled its commissioner and terms of reference.

Labor rejects complacency claims after Dunkley win

Treasurer Jim Chalmers has denied suggestions the federal government is taking anything for granted after retaining the seat of Dunkley at a by-election.

Senator paid $90,000 over Lehrmann trial allegations

Linda Reynolds has been paid $90,000 by the ACT government after settling a defamation case over a letter about her conduct during Bruce Lehrmann's rape trial.

King's Australia visit push rekindles republic debate

King Charles and Queen Camilla are likely to become the first ruling monarchs to visit Australia in more than a decade when they arrive later this year.

Home price upswing not 'typical recipe' for rate cuts

Confidence may be returning to the housing market due to rate cut speculation but one economist says rising home values could keep the Reserve Bank wary.

'Energy from waste' licence milestone for cleaner paper

Energy-rich waste from a paper mill will be turned into power instead of landfill as regional economies and heavy industries look for new ways to survive.

Millions of welfare recipients to get boost in payments

People on the aged pension, disability support and carer payments are all set to get extra money each fortnight after indexation is applied.

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