As the 2026 school year begins, Canberra parents face rising costs. The Smith Family charity highlights digital access as crucial for student participation, with many struggling to afford devices and internet.
A parliamentary inquiry hears SA government staff were told not to investigate the cause of a major algal bloom until after the March state election. Read the disturbing claims.
A damning audit reveals the Office of Parliamentary Counsel oversaw a project with a tripled budget and contracts inflated up to 1900%, including a $480k 'scrum master' role. Read the full investigation.
Cairns Mayor Terry James has publicly rejected a parliamentary submission by the Crime and Corruption Commission, claiming it misrepresents corruption risks in local government. Read the full story.
A petition with over 10,000 signatures demands a parliamentary inquiry into WA's demersal fishing ban. The Cook Government prepares to defend the controversial policy in court.
A former UOW executive manager has reported the university to the NSW corruption watchdog, citing an 'accountability deficit' and concerns over conflicts of interest. Read the full details.
University of Wollongong Chancellor Michael Still has told a parliamentary inquiry his discussions led to former Vice-Chancellor Patricia Davidson's resignation. Read the full details from the explosive hearing.
University of Wollongong executives questioned over financial decisions including a massive student accommodation loss and costly renovations for Prince Andrew. Read the full inquiry details.
Townsville MP Troy Thompson will face no further action after leaking confidential parliamentary documents. The Ethics Committee found no breach, but the incident raises security concerns. Read the full story.
New Liberal leader faces immediate test over MP's controversial Ashes trip. Analysis of his first week and the political fallout from the 'free passage' scandal.
Exclusive: DPS Secretary Jaala Hinchcliffe commits to fixing the department's culture of secrecy and bullying after a series of controversies. Read her plan for transparency.
Communications Minister Anika Wells faces intense questioning over parliamentary expenses, including a $3000 flight for her family to Thredbo. Prime Minister Albanese defends her, while the Coalition attacks.
Revelations of 'eye-watering' travel bills for public officials, including $20,000 trips to inspect hotel beds, expose a culture of entitlement as households struggle. Read the full investigation.
Independent Senator David Pocock condemns plans to slash staffed hours at Parliament House gym, arguing it harms staff wellbeing. Read the full story.
A WA parliamentary inquiry into e-bike and e-scooter safety has recommended compulsory registration, lower speed limits, and tougher penalties following rider deaths. Read the key findings.
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.
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.
Rising costs threaten classic Australian summer activities as families struggle with inflation. Discover which traditions are becoming unattainable and why.
Australian families are losing up to $1000 weekly by keeping spare bedrooms empty. New data reveals the staggering cost of underutilised housing space nationwide.
Cairns councillors demand transparency as Mayor Terry James makes multiple trips to Canberra costing ratepayers over $40,000. Questions arise about value for money.
Department of Parliamentary Services faces inquiry over mass email transfer to external law firm, raising serious staff privacy and parliamentary privilege concerns.
Tasmanian Senator Jacqui Lambie's office rediscovers a missing coffee machine eight months after reporting it lost. The mystery of the misplaced Breville Nespresso is finally solved.
The City of Stirling is pushing ahead with a two-year extension for its Beam e-scooter hire scheme, citing strong safety data and effective geofencing controls ahead of a state parliamentary inquiry's findings.
Australian politicians reported losing $16,000 worth of cameras and other unusual items from their offices. Discover what went missing and the taxpayer cost.
LNP launches parliamentary attack on Katter's Australian Party candidate over previous Labor connections. Political tensions rise ahead of Queensland election.
Western Australia's Parliament will take a relaxed approach in 2026 with just 19 sitting weeks scheduled. Speaker Jessica Page confirms the lighter parliamentary calendar.
Paul Redding, 33, battles kidney cancer while fighting to keep his Albion Park home and be there for his three young children. His family faces financial crisis during recovery.
The Finance Department opposes giving politicians veto power over $2M+ consultancy contracts, warning it risks ministerial influence. Read the latest on government spending reforms.
WA Labor MPs pressure Perth Lord Mayor over unauthorised flyer promoting $217 million Burswood project amid parliamentary inquiry investigation.
The architect behind Sarah Game's anti-abortion bill is running a social media fundraising game during today's parliamentary debate. Discover how this controversial tactic is sparking reactions.