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Roger Cook's Political Future: Will He Lead to 2029?

Speculation mounts about Western Australian Premier Roger Cook's leadership future as political insiders question whether he'll remain at the helm until the 2029 state election. Analysis reveals growing concerns within Labor ranks about electoral prospect

Albanese Government's Accountability Gap Exposed

The Albanese government faces mounting criticism for failing to deliver on its transparency promises. As trust in institutions erodes, experts question whether the government is truly walking its talk on accountability.

Labor's democracy distortion exposed

Michelle Grattan exposes how Labor's reliance on big donors is creating an uneven playing field in Australian democracy, raising serious questions about political integrity.

$315K DPS retirement payout still missing amid probe

A massive $315,000 retirement payment to a former Department of Parliamentary Services official remains unpaid despite mounting pressure and an ongoing probe into controversial separation packages.

Ex-MP Gareth Ward jailed for sexual assault

Disgraced former NSW politician Gareth Ward receives 5-year, 9-month prison sentence after being convicted of multiple sexual assault charges involving a teenage boy and young man.

Whitlam Dismissal: Democracy's Fragile Moment

Nearly 50 years later, the dramatic dismissal of Prime Minister Gough Whitlam remains a stark reminder of Australian democracy's vulnerability and the enduring power of constitutional crises.

WA Premier's 'lazy' energy stance sparks outrage

Mark McGowan faces fierce criticism after delaying Western Australia's energy roadmap by two years, telling industry to 'lead the transition' while renewable projects stall across the state.

WA Premier's GST Warning: Holding PM to Promise

Western Australia's Premier Roger Cook vows to fight for the state's fair share of GST revenue, ensuring Anthony Albanese keeps his commitment to protect WA's financial interests.

Senate Question Time marathon hits four hours

Australian senators endured a gruelling four-hour question session as political tensions reached boiling point, with fiery exchanges and marathon speeches testing parliamentary endurance.

Greens, Liberals force audit of $10b housing fund

In a rare bipartisan move, the Greens and Liberal Party have successfully pushed for an Australian National Audit Office investigation into the government's $10 billion Housing Australia Future Fund, raising questions about the fund's management and trans

Kununurra's youth crime crisis: System failure exposed

The remote WA community of Kununurra faces a youth crime epidemic, but residents say taking children from families would only worsen the situation. Discover why systemic failures are at the heart of the problem.

WA Treasurer defends state's GST share allocation

Western Australia's Treasurer Rita Saffioti makes the case for the state's GST allocation, arguing WA's economic success benefits the entire nation through stronger national finances and job creation.

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