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Ley’s new dream team? Coalition unveils shadow ministers with big promises

Ley described the new-look shadow ministry as one that “balances experience with new talent” and positions the Coalition as a team of “strivers and optimists”.

Labor gains a Senate seat from the Liberals in South Australia, while Jacqui Lambie is re-elected

In Tasmania, Labor won two of the six senators, the Liberals two, the Greens one and Jacqui Lambie was re-elected, with no change in standings from 2019.

Flood-hit NSW communities to get boots-on-the-ground support as Albanese activates recovery measures

"My message to these communities is simple: we’ve got your back.”

From Tharoor to Owaisi: India’s parliamentarians to hit world stage to unmask Pakistan-backed terrorism

Each group will return with reports on international responses and opportunities to deepen defence, intelligence, and counter-terror cooperation.

Why Anthony Albanese’s presence at Pope Leo’s inauguration is shrewd politics

Albanese has lately spoken of “reconnecting” with his Catholic heritage. He called the election of the US-born pontiff “momentous” for believers and non-believers alike.

Justice advocates warn Premier Allan’s prison boost leaves prevention, rehabilitation starved

They point to the 178% rise in remand over the past decade and the 216% jump in youth remand since 2023

Ballot box blunder with nearly 2,000 missing votes found at AEC worker’s home

Officials only noticed it was missing during a routine recount last week as part of the mandatory second count of all House of Representatives ballot papers.

Tim Watts named first Indian Ocean envoy as Australia signals stronger regional ties

In his new role, Watts will leverage his extensive diplomatic experience – including visits to India – to strengthen Australia’s regional partnerships.

From nuclear to nature laws, here’s where new Liberal leader Sussan Ley stands on 4 energy and environment flashpoints

Ley has argued Australia needs to keep gas in the system for longer, rather than “trying to do everything with renewables.

Sussan Ley makes history as first female Liberal leader after narrow win over Angus Taylor

Her victory signals a shift in direction for the Liberals as they seek to rebuild after their federal election loss.

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“Cinema, not propaganda”: How one leftist icon just silenced the critics of India’s blockbuster Dhurandhar

Piyush Mishra — actor, lyricist, playwright, and for much of his career a prominent voice associated with progressive cultural politics — has said plainly that Dhurandhar is cinema, not propaganda.

Who Will Own the Moon? Inside the Artemis Accords

The Accords aim to prevent conflict as space becomes more crowded and strategically important.

Migrant worker exploited for seven years in domestic servitude as wage theft investigation uncovers millions

Across Australia, the $13.5 million program, run by the Department of Home Affairs, has uncovered millions in unpaid wages, threats of visa cancellation, and cases of modern slavery.
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