UOW grilled over $169m loss and Prince Andrew renovations
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.
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No Action for MP Over Leaked Confidential Files
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.
Lib Leader's First Week and Tarzia's Ashes Free Passage
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.
Just 10% of Aussies Happy with Living Standards
A new survey reveals a deepening cost of living crisis in Australia, with only 10% satisfied. Experts warn 2026 could be even tougher. Read the full analysis.
DPS Secretary vows overhaul of troubled agency
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.
Minister Wells grilled over $3000 Thredbo family flight
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.
Body found outside NSW south coast police station
Police have launched a critical incident investigation after a woman's body was discovered in a car outside Lake Illawarra police station. The death is under independent review.
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 Inquiry Calls for E-Bike, E-Scooter Registration
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.
Watchdog, AFP to investigate mistaken teen arrest in Canberra
The ACT Ombudsman opens a separate inquiry into police practices after an Aboriginal teen was arrested at gunpoint in a case of mistaken identity. Read the latest on the dual investigations.
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.
Final Senate Estimates 2025: Department Heads Grilled
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.
Inside Australia's Environmental Protection Law Negotiations
Exclusive look at how Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek secured landmark environmental reforms after intense negotiations with crossbenchers. Discover what's in the new deal.
Parliamentary inquiry into DPS email transfer
Department of Parliamentary Services faces inquiry over mass email transfer to external law firm, raising serious staff privacy and parliamentary privilege concerns.
Bunbury Prison Officer Investigated Over Inmate Photo
A senior officer at Bunbury Regional Prison faces professional standards investigation after allegedly taking inappropriate photo of an inmate. Full details on the incident.
Lambie's missing coffee machine found after 8 months
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.
Stirling Extends E-Scooter Hire Program for 2 Years
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.
Gotzinger Deli Meat Recall Over Listeria Concerns
Food Standards Australia warns consumers to return Gotzinger sliced deli meats due to listeria contamination. Products sold in NSW and QLD. Full refund available.
MPs lose $16k cameras among bizarre missing items
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 Questions Katter Candidate's Labor Ties in Parliament
LNP launches parliamentary attack on Katter's Australian Party candidate over previous Labor connections. Political tensions rise ahead of Queensland election.
WA Parliament books leisurely 19 sitting weeks for 2026
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.
Knifeman shot dead by police in Caboolture incident
A 26-year-old man was fatally shot by Queensland police after stabbing another man in the neck and threatening a woman with a knife in Caboolture. Investigations continue.
Finance opposes parliamentary consultancy oversight
The Finance Department opposes giving politicians veto power over $2M+ consultancy contracts, warning it risks ministerial influence. Read the latest on government spending reforms.
Labor MPs Target Mayor Over Unauthorised Burswood Flyer
WA Labor MPs pressure Perth Lord Mayor over unauthorised flyer promoting $217 million Burswood project amid parliamentary inquiry investigation.
SA Abortion Bill Writer's Controversial Fundraiser Game
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.
WA Parliament extends sitting hours for bills
Western Australia's government, opposition and crossbench agree to extended parliamentary sitting hours to ensure critical legislation passes through the Upper House before winter break.
Childcare charged over toddler's gate hanging death
An Australian childcare centre and three staff face charges over the death of toddler Ebony Thompson in an accidental hanging. The case highlights critical failures in child supervision.
Perth Football Club Suspended Over Costume Scandal
Osborne Park Football Club faces immediate suspension from Perth Football League after players wore racially insensitive costumes to presentation night, sparking community outrage.
Canberra Tops Australian Wellbeing Rankings
The latest Regional Wellbeing Survey reveals Canberra has outshone all other Australian capital cities in overall wellbeing, with residents reporting superior life satisfaction, health outcomes and community connection.
$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.
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