MP Calls for Permanent Beer Tax Scrap Amid Labor Freeze Plan
A federal MP is pushing to abolish the beer tax permanently, while the Labor government considers a two-year freeze, sparking debate over alcohol pricing and industry support.
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Samantha Murphy: Two Years Missing, Murder Trial Set
The family of missing Victorian mother Samantha Murphy commemorates two years since her disappearance as the accused prepares for trial. Her body remains unfound despite extensive searches.
Sunrise Clash Over Interest Rate Blame
Housing Minister Clare O'Neill and Nationals Senate Leader Bridget McKenzie clash on Sunrise over responsibility for rising interest rates following RBA's 0.25% hike.
One Nation Poll Surge Puts Hunter Seat in Focus
Electoral analyst Antony Green highlights the Hunter electorate as a key battleground amid One Nation's rising poll numbers, with candidate Stuart Bonds considering another run.
ACT Review: DV Victims Wrongly Charged Before Deaths
A sobering ACT review reveals domestic violence victims were misidentified as perpetrators, leading to charges, jail time, and child removal before their deaths, highlighting systemic failures.
Police Minister on Watch House Pressure from Bail Laws
Queensland's Police Minister acknowledges potential strain on watch houses from proposed bail law changes, highlighting concerns over increased detainee numbers and operational impacts.
Coalition Deal Fails as Liberals Push to Bench Rebels
The Coalition's internal negotiations have broken down, with the Liberal Party insisting on sidelining rebel MPs. This political standoff threatens the stability of the federal government.
WA Prisons at Breaking Point, Second Worst in Australia
Western Australia's prison system is under severe strain, with new Productivity Commission figures ranking it as the second worst performing in the nation, highlighting critical overcrowding and resource issues.
Chalmers Slams Ley's Attack on Treasury Secretary Over RBA Rate Hike
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has condemned Opposition Leader Sussan Ley for politicising Treasury Secretary Jenny Wilkinson's role in the RBA's interest rate decision, calling it 'entirely inappropriate'.
Senate Motion Condemns Perth Invasion Day Bomb Attempt
The Senate has passed a motion condemning an alleged attempted bombing at a Perth Invasion Day rally, with Labor and crossbench support. The incident is under investigation by a joint terror squad.
Daniel Andrews Hospitalised After Neurological Episode
Former Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews has reportedly suffered a debilitating neurological episode and is recovering in hospital, with sources indicating speech and movement issues.
Police: Accused Cop Killer Dezi Freeman Could Be Dead
Investigators reveal they believe Dezi Freeman, accused of killing two police officers, could be deceased after reports of a gunshot heard hours after the attack.
Coalition Slumps Amid Hanson Surge in Poll
The Coalition faces a dramatic slump in support as Pauline Hanson's party surges, highlighting internal disunity and voter shifts ahead of the 2026 election.
SA Labor's 57-Page Report on Liberal Election Pledges
SA Labor has released a 57-page document detailing the cost of Liberal Party election pledges, claiming $5 billion in commitments, a figure disputed by the Opposition.
Bernardi Leads One Nation in SA Election Push
Former Liberal senator Cory Bernardi will spearhead Pauline Hanson's One Nation campaign in the upcoming South Australian state election, citing a lack of genuine opposition.
Zempilas Pledges Tax Reform for WA Housing Crisis
WA Opposition Leader Basil Zempilas commits to significant taxation reform policy ahead of the next state election to address the housing emergency, focusing on stamp duty changes for first-homebuyers.
Perth Invasion Day Bomb Scare Terror Decision Due
WA Premier Roger Cook confirms a decision on whether to classify the Perth Invasion Day rally bomb scare as terrorism is imminent this week, with investigations ongoing.
Police Keep Open Mind on Fugitive's Fate in Major Search
Victoria Police continue searching for Dezi Freeman, who allegedly killed two officers, while keeping an open mind about whether he's alive or dead in Mount Buffalo.
David Pocock's 2025 Election Donors Revealed
Independent ACT Senator David Pocock's 2025 campaign raised $920,294, with significant contributions from teal supporters, while ACT Labor's spending and national ALP donations are also detailed.
New Search for Missing Alleged Cop Killer in Victoria
Victoria Police announce a major five-day search for Dezi Freeman, wanted for the alleged murder of two officers. The search focuses on Mount Buffalo National Park with new resources.
Joyce and Plibersek Clash on Sunrise Over One Nation Poll
A fiery Sunrise debate erupted between Barnaby Joyce and Tanya Plibersek after a poll showed One Nation surging past the Coalition, sparking heated exchanges on economic policy and energy.
ACT Fast-Tracks Gun Reforms to Limit Ownership, Ban 3D Blueprints
The ACT government introduces new firearm legislation capping ownership at five guns, banning 3D-printing blueprints, and recategorising weapons in response to national safety threats.
Fresh Search for Fugitive Dezi Freeman in Victoria
Victoria Police have launched a new five-day search operation in Mount Buffalo National Park for fugitive Dezi Freeman, who allegedly killed two police officers in August.
Cairns Leaders Silent on Welfare Card Trial Amid Pressure
Far North Queensland leaders are avoiding public statements on a potential cashless welfare card trial in Cairns, despite growing community pressure and national discussions on welfare reform.
DVA investigates 80 companies in fraud crackdown
The Department of Veterans Affairs has investigated 80 health treatment and medical report providers amid a fraud crackdown, with 46 placed on manual payment processes.
Audit Exposes $5 Billion Pension System Failures
A scathing audit uncovers $5 billion in age pension errors due to outdated technology, poor oversight, and severe processing delays affecting millions of seniors.
Services Australia reverses FOI policy after accessibility concerns
Services Australia has changed its approach to Freedom of Information documents, now uploading them online after criticism over accessibility limitations. The move follows questioning by Senator James Paterson.
Greens, Liberals Discussed Cutting ACTPS Executives in Talks
Greens deputy leader Jo Clay revealed discussions with Canberra Liberals about reducing executive-level jobs in the ACT public service and redirecting resources to frontline services.
Sussan Ley's Leadership Crisis in Liberal Party
Federal Liberal leader Sussan Ley faces internal challenges as conservative factions question her authority, while speculation grows about leadership spills within the Coalition.
Abbott Questions Ley's Coalition Repair Tactics
Former PM Tony Abbott warns against delivering ultimatums in federal coalition repair efforts while criticising new hate speech laws. Leadership challenges loom in both Liberal and National parties.
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