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PM backs budget despite lukewarm polling response

PM backs budget despite lukewarm polling response

While voters have delivered a small bounce for Labor in the polls, there has been mixed opinions on the recent federal budget.

Israel launches strikes across Gaza as US envoy arrives

Israel launches strikes across Gaza as US envoy arrives

Israel launches strikes across Gaza as US envoy arrives

Israel launches strikes across Gaza as US envoy arrives

Israel's air and ground assault on Gaza continues as White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan meets with Benjamin Netanyahu.

Shot Slovakian PM Fico remains in serious condition

Shot Slovakian PM Fico remains in serious condition

Shot Slovakian PM Fico remains in serious condition

Shot Slovakian PM Fico remains in serious condition

While he is no longer in immediate danger, Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico remains in hospital in a serious condition following an assassination attempt.

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Arrests and police clashes in rival protest stand-off

Arrests and police clashes in rival protest stand-off

Protesters have clashed with police in Melbourne amid rival demonstrations related to the conflict in the Middle East, with six people arrested.

Airport accused of blocking rail line over parking cash

Airport accused of blocking rail line over parking cash

Rank-and-file Labor members have rebuked the Victorian government and Melbourne Airport over a long-running stand-off delaying a much-anticipated train line.

Regions open to migrants even in plan to slash numbers

Regions open to migrants even in plan to slash numbers

Regional towns and universities would continue to welcome international students and workers under the coalition's plan to address the housing crisis.

Health system under pressure as hospital data released

Health system under pressure as hospital data released

Hospitals across Queensland are under strain amid concerns the busy winter months could put more stress on the health system and blow out patient waiting times.

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PM praises push to ban kids from social media

PM praises push to ban kids from social media

PM praises push to ban kids from social media

PM praises push to ban kids from social media

Anthony Albanese says parents 'are worried sick' about what their kids have access to online, as he welcomes moves to ban kids from social media.

Rationale behind RBA's last cash rate call on show

Rationale behind RBA's last cash rate call on show

Rationale behind RBA's last cash rate call on show

Rationale behind RBA's last cash rate call on show

The minutes from the last Reserve Bank meeting will outline the thinking behind keeping rates on hold and how seriously the case to hike was considered.

Vehicle or hazard: electric car charge rules under fire

Vehicle or hazard: electric car charge rules under fire

Vehicle or hazard: electric car charge rules under fire

Vehicle or hazard: electric car charge rules under fire

Property developers say installing electric car chargers in apartment buildings is becoming almost impossible due to inconsistent safety rules.

Shot Slovakian PM Fico still in serious condition

Shot Slovakian PM Fico still in serious condition

Shot Slovakian PM Fico still in serious condition

Shot Slovakian PM Fico still in serious condition

A Slovak court has ruled the man charged with an assassination attempt on Prime Minister Robert Fico will be held in custody.

Stand-offs over pro-Palestine student protests continue

Stand-offs over pro-Palestine student protests continue

Stand-offs over pro-Palestine student protests continue

Stand-offs over pro-Palestine student protests continue

A growing number of institutions want pro-Palestine encampments set up by students on university campuses around the country disbanded.

'I'm disgusted': premier lashes pro-Palestine activists

'I'm disgusted': premier lashes pro-Palestine activists

'I'm disgusted': premier lashes pro-Palestine activists

'I'm disgusted': premier lashes pro-Palestine activists

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Premier Jacinta Allan's speeches to the Victorian Labor faithful have been overshadowed by pro-Palestine protesters.

Labor members demand land guarantee in housing plan

Labor members demand land guarantee in housing plan

Labor members demand land guarantee in housing plan

Labor members demand land guarantee in housing plan

The Victorian government has been urged not to sell off land as part of its policy to redevelop Melbourne's 44 public housing towers in the next 30 years.

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New laws to crack down on customers abusing workers

Premier Jacinta Allan has used a speech to Labor Party faithful to flag a legislative crackdown on abuse of retail, hospitality and transport workers.

Divided nation not yet 'supercharged' for climate race

Generous tax incentives could help get critical minerals projects over the line but climate advocates want to see them partnered with strong emissions targets.

Nuclear option costs 'six times more' than renewables

Establishing nuclear energy in Australia would require significant taxpayer support and private investment, meaning power bills would go up, modelling confirms.

Students vow to continue sit-in as one camp falls

A pro-Palestine student encampment at a Melbourne university has been dismantled while students at another vowed to continue occupying a school building.

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Gabba won't lose seats in 2032 Olympic rebuild

Speculation that a Gabba rebuild will reduce its capacity has been dismissed as the 2032 Olympic venue plan gained momentum with projects set to go to tender.

Roll out the barrel: regional NSW gets business boost

Rural and remote airstrips will be upgraded and country towns will get money for child care under state funding aimed at kick-starting regional businesses.

Developers using 'workarounds' to dodge donations laws

Property developers are dodging NSW political donation laws with methods that instead funnel money to federal accounts, the state's corruption watchdog says.

Rental vacancies ease as political housing brawl stirs

A small lift in vacancy rates offers a ray of sunlight for renters as challenges in the housing market become a sharper focus for the major political parties.

Dutton's target on migrants a 'race to the bottom'

A coalition plan to slash migration has been labelled as "xenophobia" and Labor is being urged not to allow the "racist trope" to dictate the housing debate.

Car rules could help Aussies catch up in electric race

Australian motorists are likely to get more low-emission vehicle options in coming years, groups say, after changes to transport laws won approval.

Licence suspension delay for Queensland casinos

Two Queensland casinos will have their licence suspensions delayed again as the state waits on a NSW inquiry's findings.

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