Queensland mining objections restricted under new law
Queensland's new law bans most mining objections, requiring minister approval and 125km proximity, sparking corruption claims from Greens and Lock the Gate.
Category : Politics
Midterm Elections: Key Races and Democratic Divisions
With midterm elections less than two months away, reporters will answer questions on Democratic candidates, key races, and the party's progressive shift.
Pocock: Copyright plan puts AI firms ahead of Australians
Independent Senator David Pocock says Labor's proposed copyright compromise with AI companies would put tech interests ahead of everyday Australians, potentially giving AI firms access to creatives' works by default.
Hanson's daughter faces scrutiny over remote work approval
Pauline Hanson's daughter Lee Hanson worked as a NSW One Nation senator's adviser from Tasmania without required ministerial approval, Guardian Australia reveals.
Lambie: Hanson 'dangerous' and 'delusional'
Jacqui Lambie urges voters to reject Pauline Hanson, calling her 'dangerous' and 'delusional,' and warns populism harms working people.
Ukraine Train Strike Correction and Childcare Funding Clarification
The Guardian corrects a caption error on a Ukraine train strike photo and clarifies that taxpayer-funded childcare applies only to England.
Holborn & St Pancras by-election: Nine candidates confirmed
Nine candidates, including Labour's Sagal Abdi-Wali and Green leader Zack Polanski, are confirmed for the October 8 by-election in Holborn and St Pancras.
Thirlwall Letby Inquiry: Timing Questioned as Report Released
The Thirlwall inquiry into Lucy Letby's crimes was published despite pending appeals. Its recommendations on NHS accountability are shadowed by doubts about convictions.
BBC's future must not be decided in secret, says ex-editor
Former BBC controller Phil Harding urges open debate on charter renewal, warning against closed-door Whitehall negotiations over the corporation's future and funding.
Three Jewish schoolboys attacked on North London bus
Three 14-year-old Jewish schoolboys were attacked on a bus in Mill Hill, with police treating it as an antisemitic hate crime and CCTV enquiries ongoing.
Four London councils unite against 'mansion tax' plan
Wandsworth, Richmond, Westminster and Kensington and Chelsea councils warn the new £2,500 annual charge on homes over £2m could cost their boroughs £275m a year.
Labor staffer sacked over sexist posts attacking Peta Credlin
Labor staffer Rhys Muldoon was sacked after sexist posts targeting Peta Credlin and senator Jacinta Price surfaced, including crude remarks.
Athlete texted Jones after alleged assaults to be polite
A prominent athlete told a Sydney court he continued texting Alan Jones after alleged sexual assaults because Jones was powerful and generous, despite the incidents.
Nassif tells Icac: 'no one can make me shut up'
Fugitive developer Jean Nassif appeared via video from Beirut, ranting about 'crook' politicians and declaring 'I'm not corrupt' during an Icac inquiry.
Merton Proposes £500 Fines for Engine Idling and Nitrous Oxide Use
Merton Council plans to expand PSPOs, introducing fines up to £500 for engine idling, nitrous oxide use, and e-scooter bans in parks, with a consultation starting September 21.
NATO jets shoot down mystery drone over Lithuania
NATO fighter jets shot down a mystery drone that entered Lithuanian airspace from Belarus, President Gitanas Nausėda confirmed, citing readiness amid Russian aggression.
Trump Jr wedding 'funded by Putin-linked oligarch'
A Russian oligarch close to Putin allegedly paid for Donald Trump Jr's Bahamas wedding. ProPublica links the payment to an IBA-affiliated Dubai entity.
Hanson apologises for 'primitive race' remarks after backlash
Pauline Hanson has apologised for calling Indigenous Australians the 'most primitive race on Earth', saying she did not intend to hurt people, following widespread political condemnation.
UK Break-Up: Leaders' Summit Sparks Independence Debate
Leaders of Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland met in Cardiff, raising questions about the UK's future. Polls show only 24% think the UK will exist in its current form in 20 years.
UK hires 500 fraud-busters in £500m money laundering crackdown
The UK will hire 500 fraud-busters in a £500m crackdown on money laundering via Post Offices and high street shops, targeting Russian-linked kingpins, the government announced.
Hanson, Joyce Stayed at Rinehart's Mansion After Fundraisers
Guardian Australia reveals Pauline Hanson and Barnaby Joyce stayed overnight at Gina Rinehart's $20m Brisbane mansion after One Nation fundraising events, highlighting their close ties.
AfD's East German win rooted in West German failures
Carolin Würfel argues the AfD's 44% Saxony-Anhalt win stems from West German mismanagement and inequality, not an inherited East German longing for authoritarianism.
Snowtown killer James Vlassakis to walk free after parole upheld
James Vlassakis, the youngest Snowtown killer, will be released after 26 years as South Australia's Court of Appeal upheld parole, having pleaded guilty to four murders.
Met Police officer sacked for podcast insults to colleagues
PC Idominik Efeotor dismissed without notice after misconduct hearing over podcast posts labelling DPS officers 'wastemen' and 'batty hole liar'.
Harry and Meghan move children to new school over security
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have moved Archie and Lilibet to a new school just a week into the term, citing security concerns over the school run, according to HELLO! Magazine.
Hastie hits Hanson over policy video; Albanese speaks to King Charles
Liberal frontbencher Andrew Hastie criticised Pauline Hanson for announcing One Nation's new policy via a prerecorded social media video instead of facing the media, as Anthony Albanese spoke with King Charles.
Trump Signals No Pardon for Lindsay Clancy
President Trump implies he won't pardon Lindsay Clancy after hung jury, noting state jurisdiction limits his authority in the Massachusetts case.
Ireland unity debate: Trump comments underscore shifting dynamics
Donald Trump's off-the-cuff remarks on Irish unity highlight a growing but cautious debate. Demographic shifts and Brexit have changed the context, yet a detailed public conversation has barely begun.
Reform UK's £72m Donations: Democracy for Sale?
Reform UK received £72m in donations from two cryptobillionaires, raising concerns about wealthy influence. Polls show 83% of Britons believe donations buy influence.
EU needs new 'integrated partnership' status for allies
The EU should create a new 'integrated partnership' status for like-minded countries such as Canada, UK, and Japan, extending beyond the single market to defense and security, argues Fabian Zuleeg.
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