How $100bn in SIVs props up Australia's subsidy state
Experts warn Australia's economy is now governed by subsidy, not reform, with $100bn in off-budget vehicles hiding the true cost. Discover the risks to taxpayers.
Experts warn Australia's economy is now governed by subsidy, not reform, with $100bn in off-budget vehicles hiding the true cost. Discover the risks to taxpayers.
Australian swimming champion Emily Seebohm shares the raw reality of co-parenting in an emotional Christmas video. The Olympian opens up about spending the holidays apart from her two-year-old son.
Labor's Katy Gallagher defends PM Anthony Albanese amid criticism of his handling of the Bondi terror attack, as polling reveals public dissatisfaction and internal party fractures emerge. Read the latest.
The Albanese government has quietly abandoned its own definition of the public service's external workforce, which it previously used to accuse the Coalition of a $20.8bn 'shadow workforce'. Discover the new audit figures.
Finance Minister Katy Gallagher has not ruled out reductions in public service staffing as agencies are ordered to find savings. MYEFO shows a spike in separation costs.
The Albanese government is set to unveil nearly $1 billion in savings from the public service and Defence reprioritisations in its mid-year budget update. Read the full breakdown.
Pop icon Katy Perry makes her romance with former Canadian PM Justin Trudeau Instagram official with loved-up Tokyo snaps, sending fans into a frenzy. Get the full story.
Cottesloe councillor Katy Mason has resigned and is moving to Nedlands. She is considering running in the upcoming Nedlands council election. Read the full story.
The Albanese government has rejected crucial recommendations from a damning report on political patronage, choosing a weak framework over legislation to curb 'jobs for mates' culture. Read why trust in politicians remains so low.
Finance Minister Katy Gallagher claims public interest immunity, refusing a Senate order to release letters asking agencies to find savings. Critics blast government secrecy.
The Albanese government has finally published the Briggs report into public board appointments, which criticises 'patronage and nepotism'. Discover the findings and the government's new framework.
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.
Australian Public Service staffing costs surge to over $18 billion amid wage hikes, forcing departments to find 5% savings. Minister denies job cuts but economists warn reductions are inevitable.
ACT Senator David Pocock and public sector unions condemn government's 5% APS budget cuts, warning devastating impact on smaller agencies and essential services.
The music world mourns the loss of Stone Roses bassist Gary 'Mani' Mounfield, who has died at 63. Tributes pour in from Liam Gallagher and bandmates. Read more.
Federal government requires contractors to disclose AI use in public service work. New plan includes AI chatbot, training and accountability measures to harness technology safely.
Liam Gallagher declares Australia has the best towels during Oasis tour finale. Sheridan agrees and promotes SleepSafe initiative helping vulnerable Australians.
Finance Minister Katy Gallagher addresses the controversial delay of the 'Jobs for Mates' inquiry report, offering Opposition briefings amid growing political pressure.
After years of bitter feuding, Liam and Noel Gallagher have Aussie music lovers buzzing with speculation about a potential Oasis reunion that could rock the music world.
Melbourne's Oasis tribute concert erupts in spectacular fashion as flares illuminate a massive crowd, leaving Liam Gallagher himself in awe of the Australian spectacle.