Government says it preferred second-hand submarines
Australia and the United States' initial positions about delivering a new submarine under AUKUS differed, Senate estimates has revealed.
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Columnists
LILLEY: Carney offers words that head in right direction, but he must do more
Prime minister denounces the sharp rise in antisemitism, but critics say it's too little, too late
Proposed new US funding rules: We can cancel any grant at any time
Peer review now optional, political staff would screen grants for forbidden topics.
Federal Government
AFP defends public arrest of Ben Roberts-Smith
The Australian Federal Police has detailed intelligence surrounding Ben Roberts-Smith's arrest, pushing back against criticisms of its public nature.
Government and Politics
Nationals pull election stunt as tax debate heats up
This week a few people got a grilling at Senate estimates, the tax debate heated up and whispers of a new centre-right party fluttered through the press gallery.
Federal Government
Greens signal willingness to help Labor push capital gains changes through in weeks
Treasurer Jim Chalmers introduced the bill to parliament on Thursday, which the government hopes to pass before the winter recess.
Canada
Prime Minister Mark Carney spent $195Gs on in-flight catering across 3 trips, documents reveal
Trips covered under the documents were the PM's March 2025 trip to the UK, his May 2025 trip to Rome, and a June flight to Brussels
Columnists
LILLEY: Ford government joins court challenge to Carney’s gun buyback
Ontario premier has called on the Liberal government in Ottawa to ditch this program several times, saying that it is focused on the wrong target.
Canada
Melanie Joly insists Canadian automakers looking to export vehicles overseas
Industry minister offered no details during comments to House Standing Committee on Industry and Technology
Columnists
LILLEY: Refugee health program abuse is costing you, but Liberals ignore it
Vast majority in 'refugee' health program came to Canada as students or foreign workers and then claimed asylum.
Canada
Over 90 charities, advocacy groups sign letter to halt MAID expansion
Canada is set to expand eligibility for medical suicide next March to include those whose sole underlying medical condition is mental illness
Anti Corruption Agencies
NACC boss Paul Brereton admits he contributed to own ‘downfall’
The corruption watchdog boss, appearing during a tense grilling at Senate estimates, admits his conduct became a "distraction".
Unrest, Conflict and War
More ISIS-linked women and children land in Melbourne and Sydney
Two flights carrying women and children linked to the Islamic State group have landed in Australia.
Antarctic Research
Tasmania ‘just wanted to roll trucks in’ in quick fix for icebreaker refuelling saga
A federal department says the Tasmanian government's proposed interim solution to a costly refuelling saga affecting Australia's Antarctic icebreaker is "far from" acceptable.
Oil and Gas
Government sets up fight with Santos over gas reservation plan
The draft framework outlines a requirement for gas producers to supply 20 per cent of their export to the domestic market, which the gas lobby argues will "undermine" the industry.
Unrest, Conflict and War
What we know about the remaining families returning from Syria
The last cohort of ISIS-linked Australians living in a notorious Syrian camp are expected to return back into Australia in the coming hours. Here's what we know about them.
Federal Parliament
NACC chief Brereton to face Senate grilling after shock resignation
National Anti-Corruption Commissioner Paul Brereton will face a grilling by senators at estimates hearings today following his shock resignation on Monday, amid calls for a wider reset of the troubled…
Tax
Labor to ignore call for pause on CGT changes
The government is pushing ahead with capital gains tax changes while consulting on limited carve-outs.
Space
Australian astronaut offered place on breakthrough space flight
The European Space Agency has formally extended the offer for Australia's Katherine Bennell-Pegg to join a mission that would take her to the International Space Station, but the place is…
Federal Government
‘Fool, ignoramus’: Parliamentary committee suspended as senators clash
A heated exchange prompted a Liberal senator to step in and call point of order on the Labor chair after several insults directed at Nationals senator Bridget McKenzie, before a…
Federal Government
ISIS-linked women and children to return to Australia within days
A group of women and children linked to Islamic State fighters are expected to arrive home within days after purchasing flights to Australia.
Air Transport Industry
Government bails out Rex’s multi-million-dollar debt to regional airports
Council-owned airports have been bailed out by the federal government to the tune of $4.8 million, $2 million of which was for NSW alone.
Political Parties
Turnbull says party of independents could fill ‘vacuum’ in politics
Independent MPs Zali Steggall, Allegra Spender and David Pocock have confirmed they are in conversations about a potential party of independents in response to the rising popularity of One Nation.
Political Parties
Turnbull says independent party could fill ‘vacuum’ in Australian politics
Independent MPs Zali Steggall, Allegra Spender and David Pocock have confirmed they are in conversations about a potential party of independents in response to the rising popularity of One Nation.
Government and Politics
Live: Steggall confirms talks underway for teals to form new political party
Independent MP Zali Steggall says she is open to the teals forming their own political party but declines to say how far talks have progressed. Follow live.
Roads
Truro businesses call for certainty on freight bypass project
SA businesses situated along a major thoroughfare say they are holding back on making decisions about their future, amid uncertainty surrounding a slated road project that could divert traffic around…
Domestic Violence
The link between terrorism and DV could be key to preventing homicide
A world-first research project is aiming to prevent family and intimate partner homicides with similar strategies to those being used to tackle terrorism and lone-actor attacks.
Opinions - Energy and Environment
State and local policymakers can lead us through Iran’s energy reckoning
State and local leaders have an opportunity to protect their constituents from fossil fuel price shocks by investing in electric vehicles, public transportation, and walkable, affordable housing.
Federal Government
David Pocock leaves door open to forming party of independents
The independent senator says Australians are frustrated with a political system that "does not work for them".
Budget
Economists welcome budget and reply, even if they don’t like every policy
Five leading economists weigh in on the budget and reply debate, embracing many of the ideas raised while also arguing that "bigger tax reform is needed."
Federal Government
Why there’s more talk of an AUKUS ‘plan B’
Defence industry experts argue Australia should consider how to prevent a naval "capability gap" — or risk being left exposed.
Courts
Inside the legal battle over undocumented immigrants’ right to challenge their detention
Last year the Trump administration launched a policy of keeping all immigrants arrested by ICE in detention without the right to request bond, reversing decades of established law.