Historic IVF Law Reforms Passed in Western Australia
Western Australia's Parliament has passed landmark IVF legislation, expanding access to single women and LGBTQ+ couples. The reforms modernise fertility laws for WA families.
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WA Parliament Recalled for Premier's Priority Legislation
WA Premier Roger Cook recalls Parliament for an extra day to push through key bills on housing and criminal law. Find out which laws are being fast-tracked.
Pocock criticises Parliament gym hour cuts
Independent Senator David Pocock condemns plans to slash staffed hours at Parliament House gym, arguing it harms staff wellbeing. Read the full story.
WA Surrogacy Laws Pass Upper House in Historic Vote
Western Australia's Parliament has passed landmark surrogacy reforms, removing medical infertility requirements and opening access to single men and same-sex couples. The long-awaited bill now heads to the Legislative Assembly.
Tasmania's AFL stadium gets green light from parliament
Tasmania's parliament has approved the contentious $1.13 billion Macquarie Point stadium, a key condition for the state's entry into the AFL and AFLW in 2028. The divisive project now moves forward.
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.
WA regional schools record lowest attendance in Australia
New data reveals Western Australia's regional schools have the nation's worst attendance rates, with a rise in school refusal post-COVID. Discover the figures and expert analysis.
WA Electoral Commissioner resigns after pressure
WA's Electoral Commissioner Robert Kennedy has resigned after The West Australian revealed Parliament was set to force him out. Read the full story on the political upheaval.
WA Parliament to vote on Electoral Commissioner's future
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.
Liberal MPs kicked out of SA Parliament most in 2025
Exclusive analysis reveals rowdy Liberal MPs, led by David Pisoni, were ejected from State Parliament nearly nine times more often than Labor in 2025. See the full list.
Woman dead, man injured in Kimberley dog attack
A woman has died and a man is injured after a severe dog attack in Fitzroy Crossing, Western Australia. Police are investigating the tragic incident.
Parliament Security Failure: Contractor Had No Clearance
A contractor without security clearance accessed 100,000+ parliamentary emails. Senator McGrath calls it 'extraordinary failure of leadership'. Senate inquiry underway.
Politicians better behaved in 2025, suspensions drop
Australian MPs were ejected from Parliament 38 times in 2025, a major drop from 2024. Discover which politicians were most-often suspended and why behaviour is improving.
Parliament House guide wins top tourism award
Rosie Bruce, a senior guide at Parliament House for 25 years, has been honoured with the Natasha Watson Women in Tourism award, celebrating her dedication to showcasing Canberra to visitors from around the world.
WA's Malajczuk Captains Australia Under-19 Cricket
Western Australia's rising cricket star Will Malajczuk captains the Australian Under-19 team in their tour of England. Discover his journey and future prospects.
Khawaja's Perth pitch criticism angers Cricket Australia
Usman Khawaja faces Cricket Australia's ire after criticizing Perth Stadium pitch. The opener's comments create tension ahead of Ashes series. Read the full controversy.
Adam Voges Targets Australia Coaching Despite WA Exit
Former Western Australia coach Adam Voges reveals his ambition to coach Australia's national cricket team after his surprise departure from WA. Read his exclusive interview.
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.
Perth Housing Crisis: Only 17% of Homes Affordable
New PropTrack data reveals Perth's housing affordability crisis worsens as typical families can afford just 17% of homes. Discover the shocking figures and what's driving this crisis.
Turnbull Condemns Coalition Energy Policy in Parliament
Former PM Malcolm Turnbull returns to Parliament, slamming the Coalition's 'ludicrous' energy debate while supporting Labor's Future Made in Australia bill. Read his sharp critique.
SA Police Get New Missing Persons Search Powers
South Australian police gain stronger search powers for high-risk missing persons cases. New legislation allows entry without consent when vulnerable lives are at stake.
Parliament House Christmas tree lights up Canberra
Speaker Milton Dick and Senate President Sue Lines illuminate Parliament House's Christmas tree with sustainable charities Country Needs People and Landcare Australia as 2025 beneficiaries.
Childhood trauma explains youth crime, says magistrate
WA's first children's court magistrate Jessica Page argues childhood trauma explains juvenile offending while calling for better support systems. Read her insights.
Spelling Bee winners meet PM Albanese at Parliament
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese hosted the 2025 PM's Spelling Bee champions at Parliament House. A tricky political word sparked laughter and the young spellers shared their winning stories.
Security Alert for MPs During Chinese Official's Visit
Canberra politicians received a secret email warning of potential hacking during a visit by China's senior official Zhao Leji. Learn about the strict security protocols issued.
Population Boom Threatens WA Fish Stocks
Western Australia's rapid population growth is putting unprecedented pressure on fish stocks. Industry leader Trevor Whittington warns of potential decimation without immediate action.
Labor's 2024 Agenda Stalls as Time Runs Out
The Albanese government faces mounting pressure to deliver on its 2024 agenda as parliamentary time dwindles. Key reforms remain stalled amid political challenges.
Security warning for MPs during Chinese leader's visit
Australian MPs and staff advised to disable Wi-Fi on devices during Chinese official Zhao Leji's Parliament visit. Security measures implemented amid cyber espionage concerns.
WA Rental Crisis Hits 40,000 Households
Western Australia's severe rental crisis leaves 40,000 households in housing stress. Urgent government action needed to address this blight on our wealthy state.
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