Australia to tighten gun laws after Bondi Beach shooting
Following the deadly Bondi Beach attack, PM Anthony Albanese vows to strengthen Australia's already strict firearms legislation. Explore the laws and proposed changes.
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Workers' rights bill passes but key battles lie ahead
Labour's employment bill moves forward after business groups urge Lords to stop blocking it, but critical details on contracts and rights are deferred to secondary legislation, setting the stage for fresh disputes.
Australian Coalition's Housing Policy Launched During Heatwave
Australia's opposition Coalition reveals its housing strategy as the nation battles extreme heat and bushfires. Get the latest on the policy details and the severe weather warnings impacting multiple states.
Cannabis seed ban could fuel £1.2bn black market, growers warn
UK government's proposed ban on cannabis seeds faces fierce opposition from growers, who warn it will fuel a £1.2bn black market and harm medical patients. Read the full story.
SA Opposition Leader Vincent Tarzia Resigns
South Australian Liberal leader Vincent Tarzia has unexpectedly quit, triggering the party's fourth leadership change nationally in under a month. Read the full story on the political shake-up.
East Coast Gas Reserve Plan Expected Next Week
The Albanese government is set to reveal a new east coast gas reservation scheme, facing calls from unions and manufacturers to target exporters and lower prices now. Read the latest.
Australian Senate Probes Fiscal Outlook and Public Sector Cuts
Australian Senate Estimates hearings scrutinise the nation's fiscal outlook, cost-of-living pressures, and controversial public service cuts in Victoria. Get the latest political analysis.
Albanese reshuffles cabinet, promotes key allies
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese unveils a significant cabinet reshuffle, promoting allies and shifting key portfolios. Discover the new political landscape and its implications.
Victoria Police Can Now Search Children Without Warrant
Victoria Police have been granted controversial new powers to search children as young as 14 without a warrant. Critics warn it risks criminalising vulnerable youth.
Australia's Best Political Cartoons 2025 Released
Explore the sharpest political satire from Australia's top cartoonists in 2025. A visual chronicle of global uncertainty, from US politics to Gaza. The collection is out now.
Reeves rushes pension tax raid into law
Chancellor Rachel Reeves accelerates salary sacrifice legislation to reassure markets about tax increases. Learn how this affects your pension contributions.
Italy delays landmark law defining rape by consent
Italy's parliament postpones crucial legislation that would define sex without consent as rape, creating a rift in Giorgia Meloni's coalition government. Discover the implications.
Vote for Best Australian Children's Picture Book
Guardian Australia invites readers to nominate their favourite Australian children's picture book for a major poll. Share your beloved childhood stories today!
Lawyers slam Rachel Reeves's 'illogical' LLP tax
Legal professionals warn Chancellor's proposed LLP tax reforms could damage UK law firms' competitiveness. Experts reveal unintended consequences for partnership structures.
Dutton breaks records as Australia's least popular leader
Australian Electoral Study reveals Peter Dutton's historic unpopularity and Labor's economic policy triumph. Discover how tax cuts and leadership shaped the election outcome.
Labor Pledges Nature Laws This Week Amid Green Pressure
Australia's Labor government commits to passing historic environmental legislation this week as Greens push for stronger protections. Will the landmark laws survive parliamentary scrutiny?
Wimbledon exempt from new anti-ticket touting law
Wimbledon is set for an exemption from Labour's new anti-ticket touting legislation, protecting its multi-million pound debenture sales that fund tennis. Discover the details.
Man Utd's £2bn stadium plan hit by ticket law change
Manchester United's plan to use personal seat licences to fund a new £2bn stadium faces a major hurdle as the government outlaws ticket resales for profit. Discover the implications.
Congress Passes Bill to Release Epstein Documents
US Senate approves legislation forcing disclosure of Jeffrey Epstein files after overwhelming House vote. Bipartisan measure heads to President Trump's desk for signing.
Epstein Files Bill Passes Senate Unanimously
US Senate unanimously approves legislation forcing release of Jeffrey Epstein investigation files following near-unanimous House vote. Bipartisan effort moves forward despite Trump's previous resistance.
Up to 350 jobs cut at Australia's CSIRO
Australia's national science agency, CSIRO, announces up to 350 further job cuts, described as 'some of the worst cuts ever seen' for publicly funded science.
Victoria Acts on Retail and Hospitality Worker Violence
Victoria introduces tough new laws protecting retail and hospitality workers from violence. Learn how these measures will safeguard frontline staff across the state.
SA Parliament Defeats Late-Term Abortion Restrictions
South Australian parliament voted down a bill to restrict abortion access after 22 weeks. The proposed amendment sparked an emotional debate on women's healthcare rights.
Tobacco industry lobbying blocks health tax rises
New report reveals how tobacco companies influence governments to keep taxes low, costing billions in lost revenue and millions of lives annually. Time for change.
Andrew Pippos's Transformations: A Masterful Family Saga
Discover why Andrew Pippos's acclaimed novel 'Transformations' is being hailed as a poignant examination of Greek-Australian identity, family secrets, and the pursuit of belonging in modern Australia.
Undecided Voter Mary Joe Holds Australia's Election Fate
In the battleground state of Victoria, one ordinary voter embodies the struggle of millions as political leaders scramble to win her trust before election day.
Bob Katter's 50-year political portrait unveiled
After half a century in Australian politics, maverick MP Bob Katter is immortalised in a new official portrait, capturing the essence of one of parliament's most colourful characters.
Eddie Perfect's Tivoli Circuit Musical Revives Vaudeville
Award-winning composer Eddie Perfect unveils his ambitious new musical exploring Australia's forgotten Tivoli Circuit vaudeville era, promising a spectacular celebration of theatrical history.
Helen Garner's Prize-Winning Diaries Explore Female Violence
Australian literary icon Helen Garner discusses her Baillie Gifford Prize-winning diaries, exploring female violence, truth-telling, and the raw honesty that defines her work.
Trump Slams Voter Reform as 'Night for Democracy'
In a fiery response, former President Donald Trump condemns the newly passed voter reform legislation, labelling the Democratic victory a 'dark moment' for American democracy as the political battle over election integrity intensifies.
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