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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What the polls reveal about One Nation’s growing appeal
The One Nation leader, whose popularity has soared in the past 12 months, would be the first to say she doesn't put too much stock in the numbers.
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.
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".
Parental Leave
One woman will make Japanese history by going on maternity leave
A Japanese mayor will take maternity leave this year, becoming the first in the country's history to do so while in office.
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.
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…
World Politics
Xi served Putin and Trump Peking duck. Albanese missed out
Xi Jinping has learned that every ingredient placed on a state table is a word in a diplomatic sentence.
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.
Diseases and Disorders
Ebola outbreak outpacing health response, WHO chief says
It comes as health facilities in some of the worst-hit regions are attacked amid ongoing violence.