Pauline Hanson’s One Nation party has directed its branches to properly reconstitute after an internal review uncovered “significant risks” in its rapid expansion. The party has ordered members to dissolve and re-establish branches, and agree to strict gag orders, as it seeks to align its internal operations with its political ambitions.
Housing Advocates Call for Reform
Housing groups are urging MPs to reject fearmongering and support Labor’s proposed changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax, which they say will “level the playing field” for renters and young homebuyers. The reforms are described as “long overdue” by advocates who want to see them passed quickly.
Feral Horse Numbers Surge in Kosciuszko
New data reveals that feral horse populations in Kosciuszko National Park have surged by thousands after the New South Wales government paused aerial culling in 2025. Environmental groups are calling for urgent action to address the ballooning numbers, which threaten native ecosystems.
Israel Deports Gaza Flotilla Activists
Israel has deported all foreign activists seized from a Gaza-bound flotilla, following global outcry over their treatment in custody. The 11 Australians in the group were due to fly to Istanbul before returning home. The incident has led to diplomatic tensions.
WiseTech Job Losses Due to AI
WiseTech has begun informing staff of redundancies, citing AI advancements. However, an email to staff in China omitted the word “AI”, raising questions about transparency. The job losses come as the company restructures its workforce.
Coalition’s ‘Death Tax’ Claim Debunked
The Coalition has revived an infamous scare campaign by labeling Labor’s trust changes as a “death tax”, but experts say this is incorrect. The proposed changes aim to close tax loopholes, not impose a new tax on inheritances.
Ebola Travel Ban Criticized
A US travel ban on people from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan due to the Ebola outbreak has been criticized by health experts, who warn it could worsen the situation by hindering aid and medical response.
Oil Markets Enter ‘Red Zone’
The International Energy Agency warns that oil markets will soon enter the “red zone” as stocks dwindle before the northern hemisphere’s summer travel season, amid a shortage of Middle East exports. This could lead to higher prices and supply disruptions.
Trump Projects Face Senate Opposition
The US Senate is refusing to push through ICE funding amid disputes over a proposal to divert money to Donald Trump’s White House ballroom project. Meanwhile, designs for a triumphal arch in Washington DC have been approved.
Record Everest Climbs
A record 274 climbers reached the summit of Mount Everest from the Nepalese side in a single day, after a spring season delayed by ice fall threats. The achievement highlights the growing popularity of high-altitude mountaineering.
