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The Sydney Morning Heraldpolitics2 days ago
Australian Government Faces Senate Setbacks on Three Policy Measures
The government lost votes on gambling advertising reform, social media enforcement changes, and aged care assessment rules. It will introduce its own aged care legislation during the winter recess.
themandarin.com.auworld2 days ago
Former NSW minister calls for federal opposition leader to resign over ally’s ICAC links
A former state police minister urged the federal opposition leader to step down, citing his ties to a Catholic schools official now under investigation. The anti-corruption commission announced a public inquiry into alleged illegal donations involving Liberal Party figures.
sbs.com.auworld4 days ago
Coalition Talking Points Document Focuses on Labor Tax Plans and Own Policies
Abc reported that senior Coalition MPs received a seven-page daily talking points document on Tuesday containing one reference to One Nation and no mention of Pauline Hanson. The document directs MPs to focus attacks on Labor tax plans while urging them to stay the course on poll…
The Sydney Morning Heraldtechnology4 days ago
Foreign accounts boost One Nation support on Facebook
A network of overseas accounts has created new Facebook groups backing One Nation, with one reaching 117,000 members. The activity appears coordinated and originates outside Australia.
world5 days ago
Liberal frontbencher calls for party rebrand after poll decline
A Liberal frontbencher said the party should review its values, policies and messaging to improve voter appeal. A second frontbencher said voters want policy changes rather than a rebrand.
The Guardianpolitics6 days ago
Australian Electoral Commission Reviews One Nation Election Funding Claim
Officials questioned Pauline Hanson’s party over more than $800,000 in claimed electoral expenditure after the last election, The Guardian reported.
sbs.com.aupolitics6 days ago
Australian Electoral Commission Reviews One Nation Public Funding Claim
The commission questioned more than $800,000 in claimed expenses and is examining whether the party breached electoral funding laws. The party withdrew over 140 items after the inquiries.
news.sky.comworld6 days ago
Australian actor reportedly calls senator a pelican after monoculture remarks
An Australian actor responded to a senator's reference to him as an example of Australian monoculture by reportedly using the term pelican. The exchange followed the senator's Senate speech and drew on earlier film dialogue.
thehindu.compolitics7 days ago
New Australian party seeks to recruit former independents for Senate run
Community Strong Australia, formed by two independent members of parliament, is inviting two former colleagues to join and is seeking support from other independents to contest Senate seats in 2028.
world8 days ago
One Nation Candidate Wins Farrer By-Election
One Nation's candidate won the 2026 Farrer by-election, ending the Coalition's long hold on the southern New South Wales rural seat. Voters cited frustration with major parties and specific policy promises on water, energy, and health.
The Sydney Morning Heraldworld8 days ago
Walter Zagorski Describes Early Marriage to Pauline Hanson
Walter Zagorski, Pauline Hanson’s first husband, spoke publicly for the first time about their marriage that began when she was 16. He described their relationship and offered his view of the factors that shaped her later political career.
The Guardianpolitics8 days ago
Liberal leader Angus Taylor gives non-answers on multiculturalism at press conference
Taylor avoided a direct answer on multiculturalism during a Tuesday press conference. Several shadow ministers later endorsed cultural diversity in clear terms. The episode has prompted internal discussion about the party's strategy toward One Nation.
The Sydney Morning Heraldworld8 days ago
Liberal Leader Faces Questions Over Multiculturalism Response
The opposition leader faced repeated questions about support for multiculturalism after a One Nation speech. Colleagues expressed concerns about communications while noting policy work continues.
rnz.co.nzworld9 days ago
Parliament Passes Capital Gains Tax Changes After Government Withdraws Some Measures and Deals With Greens
Budget measures altering capital gains tax, negative gearing and introducing a $250 offset cleared both houses on 25 June 2026 after Labor secured Greens support. A new party, Community Strong Australia, was also launched the same day by two independent MPs.
theconversation.compolitics9 days ago
Two Teal MPs Form Community Strong Australia Party
Zali Steggall and Allegra Spender launched Community Strong Australia on Thursday with four core principles and no formal leader. The party aims to attract moderate Liberal voters, disaffected Labor supporters, and independents ahead of the next federal election.
politics11 days ago
Opposition Leader Avoids Commitment on Multiculturalism Policy
The opposition leader declined five times to state whether the Coalition supports multiculturalism or endorses a monoculture model. The leader instead emphasized support for shared Australian values and a stricter values test for immigrants.
sbs.com.auworld11 days ago
Angus Taylor Declines to Endorse Multiculturalism Label but Affirms Civic Values and Non-Racial Immigration
Angus Taylor declined to endorse multiculturalism during a press conference, instead listing commitments to Australian values. Labor ministers and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese defended the policy against calls for a monoculture.
The Guardianworld11 days ago
One Nation Leader Says Small Businesses Cannot Afford Paid Parental Leave
The One Nation leader stated that small businesses cannot afford paid parental leave and that government funding is acceptable. Labor representatives said the comments showed a misunderstanding of existing rules. Nearly 70 percent of businesses currently provide additional paid p…
sbs.com.aupolitics13 days ago
Australia halves fuel excise cut to 16 cents a litre through early August before ending it
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will convene a virtual national cabinet meeting on 22 June 2026 to discuss fuel security after the government extended the fuel excise cut at a reduced rate.
theiranproject.comfinance13 days ago
Reserve Bank Holds Rates as US and Iran Agree to End Conflict
The Reserve Bank kept interest rates unchanged last week while signaling a possible future increase. The move followed an initial US-Iran agreement to end more than three months of conflict.
freepressjournal.inpolitics14 days ago
One Nation Leader Proposes Changes to Paid Parental Leave and Childcare
The leader of One Nation addressed the National Press Club on Wednesday and outlined proposals affecting paid parental leave, family tax treatment, and the childcare system. Economists said the changes could affect workforce participation and productivity.
politics15 days ago
Pauline Hanson Calls for Australia to Adopt Monocultural Policy
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson stated at a National Press Club address that Australia should reject multiculturalism and require all residents to live under one cultural framework. Academics and journalists responded by examining what the proposal would mean in practice.
traveldailymedia.comworld17 days ago
Qantas Delays First Nonstop Sydney-London Flight to November 2027
The airline revised the timeline for its Project Sunrise service. The change follows earlier postponements of the planned nonstop route.
The Sydney Morning Heraldpolitics17 days ago
National Press Club Refers GetUp Banner Incident to Australian Federal Police
The National Press Club referred footage of a banner unfurled behind Pauline Hanson to the Australian Federal Police. One Nation said the incident compromised Hanson's safety during her speech.
politics17 days ago
One Nation Leader Calls for End to Multiculturalism in National Press Club Address
Pauline Hanson outlined plans to end multiculturalism and criticized high migration levels during her address. A banner installed by GetUp briefly interrupted the speech before staff removed it and referred the incident to police.
The Sydney Morning Heraldpolitics19 days ago
Poll Shows Mixed Support for Taylor’s Welfare, Immigration and Tax Proposals
A Resolve Political Monitor survey found 48 per cent support for limiting welfare to citizens and permanent residents and 42 per cent support for linking immigration to housing completions.
The Sydney Morning Heraldpolitics20 days ago
One Nation leads Australian voter poll at 29 percent
A Resolve Political Monitor poll conducted June 8-13 found One Nation at 29 percent primary support, ahead of Labor at 28 percent and the Coalition at 20 percent. One Nation leader Pauline Hanson received 33 percent support as preferred prime minister.
uctoday.compolitics20 days ago
One Nation support rises to 28% among Australian voters
Polling shows the party’s primary vote has climbed from 6.4% in May 2025 to 28% in recent surveys. Support is highest among voters in their 40s and 50s who report lower home-ownership rates and slower wage growth.
The Guardianpolitics20 days ago
Liberal Senator Jonno Duniam to Leave Parliament Before End of 2026
The Tasmanian senator and shadow home affairs minister informed opposition leader Angus Taylor of his plan to leave parliament. Duniam cited family priorities and exhaustion from the party’s earlier leadership change.
michaelwest.com.auworld22 days ago
One Nation fundraiser relocated in Melbourne after venue cites protest concerns
One Nation moved a sold-out fundraising event from a Moonee Ponds bistro to an undisclosed Melbourne location. The venue acted after police raised concerns about planned protest activity. Party officials said the event would proceed but did not disclose attendance figures.
politics23 days ago
Treasurer Chalmers Defends Housing Tax Reforms as One Nation Polls Rise Ahead of Senate Inquiry
Treasurer Jim Chalmers addressed One Nation's polling gains and defended proposed changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax at a Labor policy forum in Sydney.
politics23 days ago
One Nation Raises Over Two Million Dollars in Two Days for Anti-Labor Campaign
One Nation collected more than two million dollars within 48 hours after launching a donation drive using the slogan 'Fire the liar.' The party plans to use the funds to target Labor-held seats ahead of the next federal election.
politics24 days ago
Liberal leader says no plan for parties to coordinate seats
The leader of the Liberal Party stated there is no plan for collaboration with other parties on which seats to contest. One Nation reported raising more than $1.5 million in a single day, though the figure remains unverified.
politics25 days ago
Nationals Frontbencher Leaves Open Possibility of Coalition With One Nation
Nationals senator Bridget McKenzie said she would not rule out a future coalition with One Nation after the next federal election. The comments came during a television appearance alongside Labor MP Josh Burns.
theconversation.comworld25 days ago
Abbott Endorses Preference Deals Between Conservative Parties, Citing Labor-Greens Example
New Liberal president Tony Abbott endorsed preference swaps with One Nation and said the party would not win by being only slightly less progressive than Labor. Opposition leader Angus Taylor left the door open to cooperation with the populist party.
politics26 days ago
Survey Shows Labor Trails Coalition and One Nation in Victoria
A recent poll placed the Labor Party behind the Coalition and One Nation in the Victorian state election race. Advocacy groups stated that proposed NDIS changes would increase unpaid care work for women.
theconversation.compolitics27 days ago
Newspoll: One Nation 31%, Labor 30%, Coalition slumps to 18%
A Newspoll published by The Australian showed One Nation ahead of Labor for the first time in recent surveys, while former prime minister Julia Gillard condemned new billboards reviving the phrase 'Ditch the Witch'.
The Sydney Morning Heraldpolitics29 days ago
Albanese Defends Broken Negative Gearing and CGT Promises as Critics Condemn Limited Scrutiny
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese justified overhauling negative gearing and the CGT discount to deliver real change and counter grievance-based politics. The Productivity Commission will examine ways to increase housing supply.
sbs.com.aupolitics29 days ago
One Nation Records 24 Percent Primary Vote in Latest Resolve Poll
Pauline Hanson will address the National Press Club on June 17. One Nation has recorded primary vote shares of 24 percent in the Resolve Political Monitor and 31 percent in a Redbridge poll.
theconversation.compolitics30 days ago
Greens Threaten to Block NDIS Changes Unless Senate Inquiries into Both NDIS and Tax Bills Are Extended
The Greens have told Labor that rushing the NDIS bill through the Senate in the next sitting fortnight would be a red line. The Coalition and Greens are both seeking extended scrutiny of separate legislation before the 2 July recess.
upi.compolitics30 days ago
Australian government faces questions on submarine plan and housing policy
Defense officials confirmed plans to acquire three second-hand submarines under the AUKUS pact. Ministers addressed concerns over housing prices and an algorithm used for aged-care assessments.
urbanmilwaukee.compolitics31 days ago
Labor Pushes Negative Gearing, Family Trust and Capital Gains Tax Changes Through Lower House Amid Coalition Opposition and Greens Concerns
The Australian government will move budget legislation through the lower house on Thursday targeting negative gearing, family trusts and capital gains tax. The Coalition plans to split the bill while the Greens seek a Senate inquiry over discretionary powers.
theconversation.compolitics33 days ago
One Nation Becomes Most Popular Party in New Poll, Surpassing Labor for First Time
A Redbridge Group/Accent Research poll showed One Nation ahead of Labor for the first time. Pauline Hanson said she would not back a real increase to the minimum wage ahead of Tuesday’s Fair Work Commission decision.
sbs.com.auworld34 days ago
Labor Holds 51-49 TPP Lead as One Nation Tops Primary Vote in Latest Australian Poll
A Redbridge Group/Accent Research survey shows One Nation at 31% primary support. Labor leads 51-49 on two-party preferred.
world34 days ago
Redbridge Poll: One Nation at 31%, Labor 28%, Coalition 20% on Primary Vote
A Redbridge poll published Sunday night found One Nation at 31 per cent of the primary vote, ahead of Labor at 28 per cent and the Coalition at 20 per cent. Assessments of the federal budget were broadly negative across demographics.
The Guardianpolitics36 days ago
Australian Government Tax Legislation Reaches Parliament
The government introduced tax changes to parliament this week. A podcast examined the effort to promote the measures along with polling on opposition parties.
The Sydney Morning Heraldworld36 days ago
Australian Letters Debate Trust, Energy Policy and Climate Positions
Readers responded to recent commentary on political trust and climate policy. Letters addressed Coalition positions on coal and net-zero targets alongside Labor record-keeping.
themandarin.com.aupolitics36 days ago
Victorian Government Proposes $10,000 Political Donation Cap
The Victorian government is negotiating with crossbench MPs on new donation rules after the Coalition declined support. The plan would set a $10,000 annual cap and restore disclosure requirements before the November election.
politics36 days ago
Tony Abbott Elected Liberal Party President Unopposed
Former prime minister Tony Abbott was elected Liberal Party president on Friday without opposition. He addressed delegates at the party's annual national convention and outlined priorities for the opposition.
themandarin.com.aupolitics37 days ago
Australia attorney general says anti-corruption body needs reset after commissioner resignation
The attorney general stated the National Anti-Corruption Commission requires renewed public support after its first commissioner announced plans to step down in July. The outgoing commissioner cited criticism that had shifted focus from the agency's mission.
The Sydney Morning Heraldtechnology40 days ago
WhatsApp Accounts of Australian MP and Staff Hacked in March
A federal politician and three staff members had their WhatsApp accounts breached in March. Officials said the incident prompted a temporary block on the app for parliamentary laptops.
The Sydney Morning Heraldworld41 days ago
Barnaby Joyce Urges Caution on One Nation Poll Numbers
Barnaby Joyce stated that One Nation will not be swayed by recent polling that places the party as the next federal opposition. The comments address internal party discipline amid shifting voter surveys.
politics41 days ago
Greens open to inquiry on capital gains tax changes
The minor party said it will review draft legislation before deciding whether to support an inquiry. Labor aims to pass the changes by July.
politics41 days ago
Australian Electoral Commission to Decide on Renaming Electorate of Grey by November
An inquiry is examining whether to rename the federal electorate of Grey after Indigenous leader Dr Lowitja O'Donoghue. Historians have described Sir George Grey's record in Australia and New Zealand. The Australian Electoral Commission is scheduled to decide in November.
world41 days ago
Australian Opposition Proposes Linking Migration Levels to Annual Housing Construction
The Coalition has proposed setting immigration numbers according to the number of homes built each year. Current data show dwelling completions roughly matching population growth from migration and natural increase.
The Sydney Morning Heraldworld42 days ago
Bob Katter Discusses Mining Expansion and Women's Workforce Participation in Budget Interview
Independent MP Bob Katter spoke with podcaster Victoria Devine about mining policy and family finances during coverage of the federal budget. Katter stated that expanded mining would allow women to stay home and raise children. Devine noted rising numbers of fathers taking parent…
finance42 days ago
Australian Government Defends Tax Changes After Young Voters Protest
The Labor government is facing criticism over budget measures that expand the capital gains tax discount to shares and other assets. Ministers have described complaints as scare campaigns while young investors seek clarification on how the rules apply.
The Sydney Morning Heraldtechnology42 days ago
AI-Generated Memes Target Australian Tax Policy Changes
Business owners posted AI-altered images of the prime minister after a budget proposal to reduce capital gains tax concessions. The images depict the prime minister as a part-owner of small businesses with a 47 per cent stake.
world44 days ago
Australian Government Announces Budget Measures
The Albanese government encountered criticism after releasing its budget, with opponents highlighting broken promises and changes to capital gains tax rules. Social media activity and statements from business groups amplified objections to the measures.
freepressjournal.infinance44 days ago
One Nation Orders Branches to Reconstitute After Internal Review
One Nation directed its local branches to dissolve and re-establish their structures after an internal review found documentation gaps. The party also imposed new non-disclosure agreements and media restrictions on branch members.