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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Australia to toughen hate speech laws after Bondi shooting
The Albanese government unveils a five-point plan to combat antisemitism and hate speech, including new offences and visa powers, following the Bondi terror attack. Read the details.
Australia Announces New Hate Speech Laws Post-Bondi
PM Anthony Albanese announces new laws to combat hate speech and antisemitism following the Bondi terror attack. Includes a 12-month taskforce and new visa powers.
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.
Political opportunism at Bondi vigil sparks outrage
Julianne Schultz condemns the descent into political point-scoring after the Bondi attack, highlighting the divisive actions of Pauline Hanson and Barnaby Joyce at a public vigil. Read the full analysis.
Barnaby Joyce defects to One Nation party
Former deputy PM Barnaby Joyce stuns colleagues by joining Pauline Hanson's One Nation, signalling a major rightward shift in Australian politics. Read the full story.
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.
Australian Politics 2025: A Turbulent Year in Pictures
From a federal election to leadership changes and memorable political stunts, revisit the key moments that defined a turbulent year in Australian politics through powerful photography.
David Shoebridge: From Corporate Lawyer to Greens Warrior
Greens Senator David Shoebridge reveals how an elevator epiphany led him from tax law to politics. Discover his clashes with ministers, praise from rivals, and unique tactics.
Labour's Swan warns party must renew or risk collapse
Labour Party President Wayne Swan issues a stark warning: the party must urgently renew its ageing membership and engage in real debate or face decline. Read his exclusive interview.
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.
Will 2026 end Albanese's political honeymoon?
As 2025 ends, PM Anthony Albanese faces rising inflation, far-right populism, and stalled reforms. Can Labour navigate the challenges ahead? Listen to the Full Story podcast.
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.
Barnaby Joyce leaves Nationals for independent role
Barnaby Joyce announces departure from Nationals after 30 years, dubbing his backbench spot 'the ejection chair'. Explore his controversial career and what's next.
Sussan Ley outlines opposition's political strategy
Opposition Leader Sussan Ley reveals her party's new direction and policy priorities in exclusive interview. Discover how she plans to challenge the government.
Australia Faces Severe Storms and Political Clashes
Australia confronts devastating storms in Queensland while political battles intensify over environmental legislation. Stay informed on the latest developments.
Australia Passes Landmark Environmental Protection Reforms
After intense 72-hour negotiations, Australia's government and Greens strike deal to overhaul environmental protection laws, heralding a new era for nature and productivity.
Pauline Hanson's Burqa Stunt in Parliament
Australian Senator Pauline Hanson dons burqa in parliament, sparking widespread condemnation and media ethics debate. Read the full analysis of political stunts.
Barnaby Joyce's Political Circus Continues
Barnaby Joyce claims to dislike the political circus while simultaneously creating one. Analysis reveals his contradictory behaviour continues to dominate Australian politics.
Australia Passes Environmental Law Reforms in Landmark Deal
Anthony Albanese secures major parliamentary victory with Greens deal on environmental protection laws, while Barnaby Joyce resigns from Nationals. Read the full analysis.
Teens fight Australian social media ban in High Court
Two 15-year-olds are seeking an urgent injunction against Australia's under-16s social media ban, arguing it violates constitutional rights to political communication.
Barnaby Joyce resigns from National Party
Veteran politician Barnaby Joyce announces departure from National Party after three decades. Learn about his political future and potential move to One Nation.
Barnaby Joyce to defect from Nationals to One Nation
Nationals MP Barnaby Joyce is expected to announce his defection to One Nation on Thursday, with colleagues making last-ditch appeals. Follow the latest political developments.
Analysing Anthony Albanese's Approach to Government Leadership
An in-depth examination of Australian PM Anthony Albanese's governing style and political strategy. Discover how his approach compares to global leaders and what it means for effective leadership.
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!
Climate Beliefs Unchanged in 15 Years, AI Fears Rise
New Guardian Essential poll shows climate change conviction stagnant since 2008, while AI emerges as top existential threat. Discover the political implications.
Climate divide and Dutton's unpopularity revealed in polls
New polls show stark generational divide on climate crisis while Peter Dutton becomes least popular opposition leader in decades. Plus: marsupial conservation success and fabric dye health claims investigated.
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