A federal inquiry examines the worsening financial state of Australian local governments, with Hunter councils highlighting unsustainable costs from climate change, tourism, and state mandates. Will it lead to real change?
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces a federal royal commission into the Bondi terror attack and anti-Semitism after weeks of intense public pressure. Read the full timeline of events.
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.
Calls grow for the Bondi Junction stabbings Royal Commission to have unrestricted scope, examining mental health, police response, and public safety. Read the full editorial.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese signals a potential shift, considering a federal royal commission into the Bondi attack that killed 15. Public pressure builds for justice and scrutiny.
A cancer ward at Newcastle's Calvary Mater Hospital was kept open for over a year with dangerous mould, prompting calls for an independent public inquiry. Read the full investigation.
Crispin Hull argues Australia's 26 royal commissions since 1980 have largely failed, offering a cautionary tale against a repeat for the Bondi shootings. Read his analysis.
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.
A Royal Commission will investigate the Bondi Junction attack and its aftermath. Learn the key dates and what the inquiry aims to achieve for victims and national security.
Dr Dvir Abramovich argues a Royal Commission into antisemitism is a crucial step to rebuild trust and address hate, but warns it's not a cure-all. Read his powerful call for action.
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.
Newcastle councillors are urging the NSW government to fund a major upgrade of public toilets, citing high costs and the need for accessibility. A state inquiry backed their call.
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.
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.
Australia's limited COVID-19 inquiry contrasts sharply with UK's comprehensive investigation. Learn why our review lacks teeth and what it means for future pandemic preparedness.
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.