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Woodside faces Federal Court challenge over gas extension
Environmental groups mount a legal challenge against the government's decision to extend Woodside's 40-year gas project in a landmark Federal Court case.
25 July 2026Trump ties Saudi nuclear deal to Israel recognition
Donald Trump has made formal Israeli recognition a precondition for a civilian nuclear energy agreement with Saudi Arabia, escalating US Middle East diplomacy.
24 JulyCoalition pledges $850m for new West Gippsland hospital
Victoria's opposition has committed $850 million to build a new West Gippsland hospital if elected in the November 2026 state election.
23 JulyTrump warns of strikes on Iran power plants over Hormuz attacks
US President Donald Trump threatens to destroy Iranian infrastructure in retaliation for any attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
23 JulyChina demands Australia stop 'inciting confrontation' over South China Sea
China's Foreign Ministry has escalated diplomatic tensions with Australia, demanding it cease exaggerating tensions over the disputed South China Sea following Foreign Minister Penny Wong's criticism of Beijing's aggression.
22 JulyQueensland MPs' Parliamentary Accommodation Bill Hits $35,000
Queensland taxpayers have footed almost $35,000 for state parliamentarians' overnight stays at legislative accommodation during the 2025-26 financial year.
21 JulyAndy Burnham sworn in as Britain's seventh PM in a decade
Andy Burnham has officially become Prime Minister of the United Kingdom following a ceremonial meeting with King Charles III at Buckingham Palace.
20 JulyHanson defends far-right podcast appearance, refuses to back down
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has rejected calls to distance herself from a podcast appearance with controversial British activist Tommy Robinson.
20 JulyPauline Hanson speaks to sparse crowd at London CPAC event
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson addressed the Conservative Political Action Conference in London to a notably modest turnout, highlighting limited international reach.
18 JulyTasmanian taxpayers face $200m smelter clean-up bill
The Tasmanian government is likely to bear substantial remediation costs for the Liberty Bell Bay manganese smelter after administrators failed to secure a buyer.
18 July
Hanson's Tommy Robinson podcast appearance sparks political firestorm
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson faces criticism across the political spectrum after appearing on controversial British activist Tommy Robinson's podcast.
17 JulyTrump to address election claims in prime-time speech
US President Donald Trump is set to deliver a prime-time national address focusing on newly declassified intelligence regarding election investigations.
17 JulyTaylor rules out One Nation coalition in categorical statement
Opposition Leader Angus Taylor has categorically rejected any political alliance with Pauline Hanson's One Nation party.
14 JulyRajoy blasted for 'racist' jab at French World Cup team
Former Spanish PM Mariano Rajoy faces fierce backlash from French and Spanish officials over inflammatory comments about France's World Cup squad composition.
14 JulyUniversities to face stricter antisemitism standards
The federal government has announced sweeping new standards requiring universities to adopt explicit definitions of antisemitism and racism.
13 JulyPharmacy Guild accused of blocking cheaper medicines for Australians
A Grattan Institute report claims the Pharmacy Guild of Australia is exerting undue influence over government negotiations, preventing cheaper medicines from reaching patients.
12 JulyErdogan gifts NATO leaders vintage revolvers after summit
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan presented world leaders with controversial vintage revolvers and live ammunition as parting gifts from the NATO summit in Ankara.
10 JulyFormer MP knew lying was 'part and parcel' of visa scheme: court
Closing arguments in the trial of former Wagga Wagga MP Daryl Maguire, accused of orchestrating a fraudulent visa scheme between 2013 and beyond.
8 JulyQueensland set to rake in $5bn annually from land tax
Queensland's land tax revenue is projected to nearly double to almost $5 billion per year within four years, reshaping the state's taxation landscape.
8 JulyUS Supreme Court blocks Trump's bid to end birthright citizenship
The US Supreme Court has rejected President Trump's executive order attempting to restrict birthright citizenship for children born in the country.
1 JulyBurnham outlines radical plan to fix 'broken' British politics
Labour frontrunner Andy Burnham unveils devolution strategy as he positions himself to succeed Keir Starmer as Prime Minister.
30 JuneAustralia and Vanuatu finalise strategic pact after months of talks
Australia and Vanuatu are set to sign a landmark strategic agreement in Canberra today, concluding nearly ten months of intensive negotiations.
29 JuneLabor strengthens social media ban enforcement for under-16s
The federal government has unveiled tougher penalties and enhanced regulatory powers to enforce Australia's social media age restrictions for minors.
28 JuneButtigieg victim of false child welfare report
US politician Pete Buttigieg describes a false child welfare report as among the darkest hours of his life.
27 JuneThriving Kids program accused of becoming 'political bargaining chip'
A federal advisory panel member warns the Thriving Kids initiative has strayed from its original purpose and is being exploited for political gain.
26 JuneNT Labor MLA's licence suspended over repeated speeding
A Northern Territory Labor politician has had his driver's licence suspended for three months following multiple speeding infringements.
24 JuneAlice Springs demands urgent action on Kumanjayi Little Baby
Community leaders intensify calls for government accountability eight weeks after the death of Kumanjayi Little Baby exposed critical gaps in child protection.
23 JuneBritish Labour faces leadership crisis as Starmer steps aside
Sir Keir Starmer's resignation as British Prime Minister marks a dramatic collapse for Labour, less than two years after their landslide election victory.
23 JuneIran agrees to nuclear inspections in US-Tehran diplomatic breakthrough
US Vice President JD Vance announces Iran has agreed to allow international nuclear inspectors, marking a significant breakthrough in Washington-Tehran negotiations.
23 JuneLiberal member quits over One Nation links
Colleen Harkin has resigned from the Liberal Party following her attendance at a One Nation fundraiser event.
21 June