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Tasmanian Premier Rockliff voted out after tight no-confidence motion, lieutenant-governor to decide next steps

Green MP Tabitha Badger further pressed Winter to clarify whether Labor would seek a minority arrangement with the Greens rather than trigger an election.

Shock NSW Senate result as One Nation beats Labor to win final seat

For the whole Senate, Labor has 28 out of 76, the Coalition 27, the Greens 11, One Nation four and there are six others.

How Australia’s Greens and Canada’s NDP got burned by performance politics

Like kings undone by their own hubris, they misread the signs, mistaking applause in the court of social media for the will of the people.

Queensland’s bright future in focus as PM Albanese praises new Labor team and economic progress

“Our government will be driven by the principle that no one is left behind”

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

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The 28-Meeting Diplomacy: How India and Australia Built Strategic Chemistry

When two countries keep returning to the table repeatedly, it usually means one thing: both believe the future may depend on that relationship.

Kiwifruit boss Tarun Gautam fined $40,000 for exploiting Indian migrant workers

Employee Jagmeet Singh, told investigators he paid more than $23,300 to secure employment with the company, with multiple payments made into both New Zealand and Indian bank accounts.

Victorian Government launches “Easy Electric SEC” to cut household power bills

The “Easy Electric SEC” platform, available from today, is described as a one-stop-shop offering free, simplified advice for households considering electrification upgrades.
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