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‘So out of touch’: Western Australian Labor MPs criticised for comparing themselves to FIFO workers

Is it “disrespectful” to compare parliamentary travel with FIFO roles? as many FIFO workers spend months each year away from home.

Anti-hate laws pass parliament in late-night sitting as political divisions emerge

Amendments were agreed to after negotiations with the Liberal Party, narrowing certain definitions and tightening parliamentary oversight

“Time for politics to stop”: Albanese calls for Parliament to act in national interest

“The Opposition are so obsessed with opposing things, they’ve now begun to oppose themselves.”

Fiji’s Deputy Speaker to attend Commonwealth parliamentary conference in India

The Fijian Parliament highlighted that the Deputy Speaker’s participation reflects the nation’s commitment to active engagement within the Commonwealth and expressed gratitude to the Government of India for funding the delegation’s travel.

Leaders condemn pro-Palestinian Senator Lidia Thorpe’s ‘burn down Parliament House’ remark as AFP launches probe

One Nation leader Pauline Hanson unleashed a scathing attack on Senator Thorpe, calling her actions at the Melbourne pro-Palestine rally “shameful” and demanding the Australian Federal Police take immediate action.

One Nation leader Pauline Hanson renews push to ban burqas and face coverings in Australia

Senator Pauline Hanson first made headlines in 2017 when she entered the Senate chamber wearing a black burqa to highlight her proposed ban.

Can Australia meet its Asian Century goals? Inquiry launched into regional capability

Tim Watts MP observed in an oped that despite this, Australia’s Asia capability has been in decline for decades, particularly in language learning.

Fiji Supreme Court clears new path for constitutional change, PM Rabuka welcomes decision

Chief Justice Salesi Temo affirmed that the 2013 Constitution remains the legally effective constitution of Fiji, despite acknowledging its controversial origins and lack of public endorsement.

Albanese urges young Australians to shape future of “the best country in the world”

Over the past 26 years, more than 2,700 emerging leaders from Australia and Pacific nations have participated, representing a wide range of intellectual, cultural, and religious backgrounds.

Tim Watts warns of rise in far-right and AI-driven racist attacks targeting Indian-Australians

“What are they trying to achieve by sharing a picture of the Prime Minister wearing a turban in an anti-immigration video?”

Must-read

Melbourne family shattered by loss of 16-year-old son, calls for better pedestrian protection

Chris Rua Antony died in hospital on February 20, a week after he was struck by a car while walking home from school along Pound Road in Narre Warren South.

Gaza’s endless War: Proxies, misinformation, and the civilians caught in between

Many senior Hamas leaders have lived for years in luxury abroad, in places such as Qatar and elsewhere, far removed from the consequences of the war they help direct.

Albanese and ministers join Ramadan celebrations, encouraging wider community participation

Social Services Minister Tanya Plibersek described Ramadan nights in Lakemba as one of Sydney’s great traditions, pointing to the bustling streets and strong sense of community.
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