Chalmers reveals smaller $36.8bn deficit in budget update
Treasurer Jim Chalmers will unveil a slightly improved deficit of $36.8bn in the mid-year budget update, crediting savings and spending restraint. Read the full details.
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Howard unloads on PM over gun laws, anti-semitism
Former PM John Howard condemns the current government's handling of gun law debates and its failure to tackle rising anti-semitism. Read his full critique.
Hateful graffiti targets MP Richard Marles in Geelong
Offensive messages targeting Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles were found scrawled across Geelong's city centre. Police are investigating the incident as a targeted attack.
Barnaby Joyce joins One Nation after quitting Nationals
Former Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce has defected to One Nation, becoming its sole lower house MP. He calls it a 'considered decision' after election campaign restrictions. Read the full story.
Albanese riding high, but political hits loom for Labor
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese ends 2025 on a high after a crushing election win and Coalition chaos. But political analyst Mark Kenny warns of looming dangers from hubris and secrecy that could undo Labor's success. Read the full analysis.
Labor's spending blamed for WA cost of living pain
Paul Murray argues the WA and Federal Labor governments must curb spending to ease the cost of living crisis. Read his analysis on fiscal policy impacts.
Trainer Confident of Newcastle Racing Double
Trainer Nacim Dilmi is confident How Much Better can break through for a win at Newcastle, with perfect conditions to suit. Get the full preview and expert analysis here.
Trainer Confident of Newcastle Racing Double
Trainer Nacim Dilmi is confident How Much Better can win at Newcastle with ideal conditions. He also fancies Federal Reserve's chances in a maiden. Full preview inside.
Police Commissioner vents over 6-year extradition delay
WA Police Commissioner Col Blanch expresses frustration as alleged drug trafficker Arash Ebrahimi-Far remains in Iran, delaying justice for six years. Read the latest on the stalled extradition case.
Record $2.5m fine for disability provider over abuse
Hunter-based Lifestyle Solutions hit with a landmark $2.5 million penalty for failing NDIS participants in a Central Coast group home. Read the shocking details of abuse and neglect uncovered by the court.
Millions in funding for Townsville pest control
Townsville and Burdekin landholders secure $2.5 million in federal funding to combat invasive weeds and pests, protecting vital agricultural land and the Great Barrier Reef.
Higgins Wins $2.4M in Lehrmann Defamation Case
Brittany Higgins awarded $2.4 million in damages after Justice Lee finds Bruce Lehrmann raped her. Full analysis of the landmark Federal Court defamation verdict and its implications.
Man avoids jail for threatening judge over wife's sentence
A Perth man who threatened the judge who jailed his wife for their son's abuse has been given a suspended sentence. Read the full details of the disturbing case.
QLD warns new federal gas laws threaten $1 trillion in projects
Queensland's Premier and Resources Minister warn new federal environmental laws will sacrifice the state's crucial gas projects and cost thousands of jobs. Read the full story.
Lehrmann loses appeal, court finds he knew Higgins didn't consent
Bruce Lehrmann's appeal against a civil rape finding has been dismissed. The Full Federal Court not only upheld the original verdict but strengthened it, finding he was aware Brittany Higgins did not consent. Read the full analysis.
Bruce Lehrmann loses appeal against Parliament House rape finding
Bruce Lehrmann has failed to overturn a civil finding he raped Brittany Higgins. The Full Federal Court dismissed his appeal, upholding the damning judgment. Read the full details.
Cricket Legend Robin Smith Dies in Perth Aged 62
Former England cricketer Robin Smith, known as 'The Judge', has passed away unexpectedly at his Perth home. The much-loved batsman scored over 4,000 Test runs. Read the tributes.
Woman charged after $312k found in suitcase at Perth Airport
A 24-year-old NSW woman faces charges after airport security x-rays uncovered $312,000 in cash in her hand luggage. AFP investigates the source of the funds.
QLD farmers in limbo over new federal environment law
Queensland farmers face uncertainty and fear massive costs as the new federal Environment Protection Australia law creates confusion over land clearing and development approvals. Read more.
Call for a political 'fixer' to tackle looming challenges
A former top bureaucrat warns Australia needs a political 'fixer' to navigate looming economic and social challenges. Discover why and what it means for the nation's future.
Weapons Charges Dropped Against Condon in Townsville
Christopher Gerard Condon has federal weapons charges dropped in Townsville Magistrates Court. Read the full details of this surprising legal outcome.
New Bruce Highway funding raises upgrade questions
The Australian government commits $467 million to Bruce Highway safety works, but critics argue more comprehensive upgrades are needed to address Queensland's growing transport demands.
Cairns Cancer Hub Seeks $75m Federal Funding Lifeline
The Australian Tropical Centre for Cancer Genomics faces closure without $75 million federal funding. Learn how this impacts Far North Queensland's cancer care and research.
$35M Federal Injection for WA Startup Plico
The federal government invests $35 million in Perth-based Plico to expand solar and battery technology, helping Australian households reduce electricity costs significantly.
Men charged over assaults on Sydney cruise ship
Two men face assault charges following separate incidents involving women aboard a cruise ship docked in Sydney. One was refused bail, the other granted conditional release.
Labor Urged to Continue Campaigning Amid Coalition Woes
Anthony Albanese's triumphant Labor government receives crucial advice while the demoralised Coalition returns home contemplating leadership changes. Read the full analysis.
Sydney man hunted over 525kg Lancelin cocaine seizure
WA police seek public help to find Siafolau Siafolau, 22, accused of involvement in a massive 525kg cocaine importation plot off the Lancelin coast. Contact Crime Stoppers with information.
Turnbull slams Liberal Party during portrait unveiling
Former PM Malcolm Turnbull says the right side of Australian politics has 'lost its way'. Get the latest on this and other major news stories with the 7NEWS app.
Barnaby Joyce to contest next election amid Hanson move
Barnaby Joyce confirms he'll contest next election as Pauline Hanson faces leadership challenge from One Nation Senate candidate. Political shakeup underway.
Barnaby Joyce resigns from the National Party
Veteran MP Barnaby Joyce has resigned from the National Party after 30 years, citing climate policy disputes. Read the full story on his political future.
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