Katter brands Premier arrogant after Hinchinbrook loss
Robbie Katter has launched a scathing attack on Queensland Premier Steven Miles after KAP's shock loss in Hinchinbrook. Read the full political fallout.
Robbie Katter has launched a scathing attack on Queensland Premier Steven Miles after KAP's shock loss in Hinchinbrook. Read the full political fallout.
From a burqa stunt in the Senate to a cringe-worthy political courtship, columnist John Hanscombe reflects on the absurdity and fortune of Australian politics from afar. Have your say.
WA Premier Roger Cook has dismissed claims the Electoral Commissioner is a scapegoat as Robert Kennedy resists calls to resign over the March 8 state election. A parliamentary vote looms.
Finance Minister Katy Gallagher claims public interest immunity, refusing a Senate order to release letters asking agencies to find savings. Critics blast government secrecy.
Officials from Home Affairs, Infrastructure and the APS Commission front Senate estimates. Follow live updates as Minister Gallagher faces questions on the delayed jobs-for-mates review.
WA's Electoral Commissioner Robert Kennedy has been told to resign or face dismissal after a scathing report into the bungled March 8 state election. Read the full details of the investigation's findings.
The Malinauskas Government is poised for a historic election win, with the SA Liberals at risk of losing all but a few seats. Analysis reveals internal turmoil and a bleak outlook for the opposition.
ACT Labor outlines five key commitments for speaker candidates, preferring Greens' Andrew Braddock over Liberals' Jeremy Hanson. Key vote scheduled for Tuesday.
WA Football director Martina Crowley is running for a second term, driven by a desire to future-proof the sport and ensure equity and access across the state. Discover her vision for football's growth.
Executive psychologist Melanie Fisher brings mental health expertise to WA Football board election. Learn how she aims to transform community football across Western Australia.
A contractor without security clearance accessed 100,000+ parliamentary emails. Senator McGrath calls it 'extraordinary failure of leadership'. Senate inquiry underway.
Department heads face the final Senate estimates hearings of 2025, with scrutiny on email transfers and over 8000 unanswered questions on notice. Follow the live coverage.
Canberra's Legislative Assembly faces a pivotal vote for Speaker as the Liberals nominate Jeremy Hanson. Will this political gamble pay off in the final sitting week of 2025?
Senate estimates reveal concerns about reply-all email carbon footprints, PM's security-driven wedding choice, and robo-debt drama casting. Read the latest political insights.
Western Australia's Liberals and Nationals finalise coalition agreement ahead of 2029 state election. Key policy priorities and leadership structure revealed.
Pauline Hanson's Senate burqa performance ignites fierce debate about racism, political theatrics and media coverage in Australian politics. Read the full analysis.
The Hinchinbrook by-election remains too close to call with preferences set to determine the winner. Follow the latest updates on this crucial Queensland political battle.
Anthony Albanese's triumphant Labor government receives crucial advice while the demoralised Coalition returns home contemplating leadership changes. Read the full analysis.
Katter's Australian Party launches legal action against David Crisafulli and LNP over advertisement comparing candidate to convicted criminal. Full details on the political battle.
Queensland Premier David Crisafulli commits to closing election nomination loopholes exposed by disgraced ex-mayor Troy Thompson. Read the full investigation.
Melville Council forces ratepayers to cover an $80,000 bill for a special election after a councillor's resignation. The Palmyra-Melville-Willagee ward faces months of under-representation.
Ajay Sharma, a 20-year veteran of the ACT Audit Office, has been appointed as the territory's new Auditor-General for a seven-year term, commencing February 2025.
Barnaby Joyce confirms he'll contest next election as Pauline Hanson faces leadership challenge from One Nation Senate candidate. Political shakeup underway.
Townsville candidate slams LNP's controversial campaign ad comparing him to disgraced former mayor. Read about the political battle heating up Queensland elections.
Voters in Hinchinbrook head to polls in tight race that will be decided by preferences. Key candidates compete for crucial Queensland seat.
Hinchinbrook LNP candidate Renee Carr's campaign faces scrutiny after she referred to her party as the 'Country Party' during a radio interview. Read the full story.
Essential voting information for Hinchinbrook's crucial by-election this Saturday. Find your polling location and make your voice heard in this important democratic process.
Townsville residents face insurance turmoil as local MP Crisafulli addresses Hinchinbrook's coverage crisis. Discover how political action aims to protect homeowners.
Pauline Hanson's repeat of her 2017 burqa stunt in the Senate has led to suspension and widespread condemnation, revealing deeper issues in Australian politics. Read the full analysis.
Liberal National Party faces internal division over Cook MP Gavin King's controversial Facebook advertisement. Read about the political fallout and local reactions.