PM's Office: No Early Election Planned for 2025
The Australian Prime Minister's office has confirmed there are no plans for an early election in 2025. Get the latest political updates and analysis on the government's agenda.
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Hastie Uses Bondi Attack to Push Immigration Values Agenda
Liberal MP Andrew Hastie shifts immigration debate from numbers to 'who' after Bondi shooting, revealing a core conservative focus on 'Australian values'. Analysis of the political fallout.
Gang Rape Convictions Overturned on Appeal in NSW
Three NSW men have had their convictions for gang raping three teenagers overturned. Two will face a retrial, while a third is acquitted. Read the full legal details.
Australian Coalition's Housing Policy Launched During Heatwave
Australia's opposition Coalition reveals its housing strategy as the nation battles extreme heat and bushfires. Get the latest on the policy details and the severe weather warnings impacting multiple states.
Five Essential Reads: Snails, Schools and Songs
Discover this week's must-read stories, featuring a snail invasion in Australia, a groundbreaking Indigenous school, and the definitive list of the best songs. Explore these compelling narratives now.
SA Opposition Leader Vincent Tarzia Resigns
South Australian Liberal leader Vincent Tarzia has unexpectedly quit, triggering the party's fourth leadership change nationally in under a month. Read the full story on the political shake-up.
East Coast Gas Reserve Plan Expected Next Week
The Albanese government is set to reveal a new east coast gas reservation scheme, facing calls from unions and manufacturers to target exporters and lower prices now. Read the latest.
Australian Senate Probes Fiscal Outlook and Public Sector Cuts
Australian Senate Estimates hearings scrutinise the nation's fiscal outlook, cost-of-living pressures, and controversial public service cuts in Victoria. Get the latest political analysis.
Albanese reshuffles cabinet, promotes key allies
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese unveils a significant cabinet reshuffle, promoting allies and shifting key portfolios. Discover the new political landscape and its implications.
AI Forces Legal Hiring Shift, Says Legora CEO
Max Junestrand, CEO of legal tech firm Legora, warns AI is reshaping legal careers. As the firm's valuation soars to $1.8bn, he reveals aggressive London hiring plans for 2026.
Australia's Best Political Cartoons 2025 Released
Explore the sharpest political satire from Australia's top cartoonists in 2025. A visual chronicle of global uncertainty, from US politics to Gaza. The collection is out now.
Swiatek on Wimbledon win and 2026 Australian Open ambition
Exclusive interview with Iga Swiatek on her stunning Wimbledon victory, addressing the double bagel final and her quest for the Australian Open title in 2026.
Wildlife Week: Seal Pups and Conservation Battles
This week's global wildlife roundup features seal pups in Lincolnshire, a bold marsupial survival project in Australia, and the plight of captive belugas in Canada. Discover the stories behind the images.
Vote for Best Australian Children's Picture Book
Guardian Australia invites readers to nominate their favourite Australian children's picture book for a major poll. Share your beloved childhood stories today!
Dutton breaks records as Australia's least popular leader
Australian Electoral Study reveals Peter Dutton's historic unpopularity and Labor's economic policy triumph. Discover how tax cuts and leadership shaped the election outcome.
Sydney Morning Herald Editor Bevan Shields Resigns
Bevan Shields resigns as Sydney Morning Herald editor after four years. Chief reporter Jordan Baker named as his successor in major shake-up at Nine's masthead.
Law Firm Cuts 10% of London Roles Due to AI Impact
Leading law firm Clifford Chance reduces London business roles by 10% as AI reshapes white-collar work. PwC also rethinks hiring strategy amid technological transformation.
Massa's £64m F1 trial risk to Ecclestone
Felipe Massa's £64m damages claim over the 2008 Crashgate scandal can proceed to trial, posing significant risks to Bernie Ecclestone and Formula 1. Discover the legal implications.
Clifford Chance AI redundancies hit London roles
Magic circle law firm Clifford Chance is making 55 London business services roles redundant, citing AI adoption and work moving to hubs. Read the full analysis.
UK's Biggest Immigration Shake-Up in 50 Years
The UK government unveils its most sweeping immigration reforms in decades, doubling settlement wait times and overhauling asylum rules. Discover how these changes will affect millions.
Judges become 'human filters' for AI in Australian courts
Australia's top judge warns AI use in courts has reached unsustainable levels, forcing judges to filter machine-generated arguments. Discover the risks and rewards of legal AI.
Judge blocks Trump's DC National Guard deployment
A federal judge has temporarily halted Donald Trump's deployment of National Guard troops to Washington DC, dealing a legal blow to the president. Read the full story.
Mahmood Announces Stricter UK Immigration Rules
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood reveals sweeping changes to legal migration, extending indefinite leave requirements and facing criticism from both sides. Read the full details.
Eurotunnel Legal Action Over Business Rates Surge
Channel Tunnel operator Eurotunnel pursues legal action against UK government over plans to triple business rates bill to £118m, threatening investment withdrawal.
UK's 10-Year Settlement Rule for 2 Million Migrants
Two million legal migrants face a decade-long wait for settled status under new UK government proposals. Discover the impact on health workers and benefit rules.
Barnett's Legal Battle Ends After Text Discovery
Jonathan Barnett's three-year legal fight against Olympians John Regis and Jennifer Stoute ended after racist and sexist texts emerged. Read the full investigation.
UK doubles settlement wait to 10 years in migration shake-up
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announces drastic legal migration changes, doubling the indefinite leave to remain wait. Andy Burnham voices concerns over the 20-year limbo for asylum seekers.
Law Firms Rule Out Private Equity Deal After Merger
Ashurst and Perkins Coie abandon private equity partnership plans following their transatlantic merger. Discover what this means for the legal sector.
New Suspect in Zante One-Punch Killing
A Sky News investigation uncovers a new suspect in the killing of British father Matt Jeffrey on a Greek island stag do. Discover the family's fight for justice and the impact of one-punch violence. Listen to the full podcast.
Cravath's City Lawyers Get £100k Bonuses
Cravath Swaine & Moore offers London lawyers special bonuses up to $150k as US law firms intensify competition for UK legal talent. Discover the impact.
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