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Albanese marks International Women’s Day with pledge to ‘balance the scales’ on equality

Albanese said Labor’s decision to adopt affirmative action in 1994 marked a shift from aspiration to accountability, making gender equality something that could be measured and enforced.

“Jacinta’s not mowing”: Liberal leader Jess Wilson trims overgrown lawn in direct jab at Allan-Labor government

“The Allan Labor government can’t afford to mow the grass anymore. So we decided to do it for them,” she said.

Generations of courage remembered at Canberra Last Post Ceremony

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Opposition Leader Sussan Ley has called on Australians to reflect on the courage and sacrifice of those who served their nation during the annual Last Post Ceremony at the Australian War Memorial.

Rottnest Island school camp subsidy opens to give WA students unforgettable experiences

Now in its third year, the initiative makes overnight school camps on the island more accessible, offering eligible families savings of more than $150 per child for a three-night stay.

‘Pull my strings for empty promises’: AI-generated satirical ’Albanese Barbie’ rattles the political toybox

The fictional doll is described as “looking strong in the box and collapsing on contact with reality”, complete with a mock “blame the previous government” button.

India and US strike major trade deal as White House confirms removal of additional 25% tariffs

Trump said the tariff reduction was granted “out of friendship and respect” for Modi and claimed the Prime Minister had agreed to stop buying Russian oil and significantly increase purchases from the United States.

A rattled Premier Allan and rising challenger: how Jess Wilson is reshaping Victoria’s political contest

Critics argue the aggression reflects a government struggling to recalibrate its message against a leader who is neither internally divisive nor easily dismissed.

Pauline Hanson demands explanation over removal of Australian flag from NDIA email signatures

She said the Australian flag and coat of arms represent “not only the Australian nation but every Australian citizen” and should be displayed prominently to foster national unity and identity.

National Cabinet locks in record $25bn hospital funding deal and major NDIS reforms

From 1 October 2026, children with developmental delay or autism with low to moderate support needs will begin transitioning to Thriving Kids from NDIS

Better understanding local leaders and coalitions as drivers of change

A range of programs focus on supporting the emergence of local leaders, coalitions or collective action to drive reform.

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Pauline Hanson loses Federal Court appeal in Greens Senator Mehreen Faruqi’s racial discrimination case

The judges acknowledged that political debate often involves robust language but said that does not exempt public commentary from Australia's anti-discrimination laws.

Terror suspect in Berlin pride attack Abdul Ballout shot dead by police after manhunt

The man accused of ramming a van into crowds and stabbing bystanders at Berlin's Pride event has been shot dead by police, German authorities...

Premier Jacinta Allan refuses to resign as Deputy Premier Ben Carroll launches challenge for leadership

He had met Ms Allan and informed her that he would nominate for the leadership, arguing the consequences of the November election were too serious to ignore.
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