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Global economic policy seems to be at the mercy of Bessent's to-do list
Global economic policy now seems at the mercy of an exceptionally casual approach to information, scribbled on a notepad, awaiting an update on Scott Bess...
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A Queensland domestic violence victim was promised a voice – then told she was no longer welcome to call the minister’s office
Some of the victim-survivors who produced an official report for the state critical of police say their work has been buried and their members ignored Whe...
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Viral police pursuit video in WA's north puts government under pressure
A video of a police pursuit through Kununurra which made international headlines has reignited the discussion on how to reduce crime. Newsiline summarises...
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Can the government really get ahead of the curve on AI? - podcast
On Wednesday, the Labor government announced environmental and energy safeguards on new datacentres in Australia. Newsiline summarises this report from Th...
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Victoria moves to tighten rules for councillors eyeing parliament
Legislation has been proposed to provide clarity to Victorian councillors looking to run in a state or federal election. Newsiline summarises this report...
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Cafe owner battles high sponsorship costs as government vows to cut migration
A Taiwanese barista's employer is trying to secure a visa for her to stay in Australia, but the cost may put it out of reach. Newsiline summarises this re...
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Environment minister defends FOGO changes amid council, resident backlash
The WA environment minister defends rule changes about what can go in green FOGO bins, amid a backlash over the changes and suggestions they have not been...
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Live: Labor's gambling ad laws an 'absolute fail', says shadow minister
Anne Webster says a Senate inquiry into Labor's gambling advertising legislation shows the bill has "plenty of deficiencies". Newsiline summarises this re...
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A ‘staged’ meeting and a secret deal: how a union boss exerted ‘extraordinary influence’ on the Andrews government
Integrity experts say Ibac’s report exposes a deeper problem with Victoria’s anti-corruption laws Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates G...
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Rescue helicopter contract in jeopardy after parliamentary inquiry
NSW Ambulance is being urged not extend contracts with Northern New South Wales Helicopter Rescue Services unless it is satisfied with ongoing workplace s...
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NSW Police update body-worn camera policy after ABC investigation
Thousands of NSW Police officers will from today be required to switch on their body-worn cameras when using police powers. Newsiline summarises this repo...
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Bondi Junction recommendations accepted by NSW government
The NSW government has announced it will accept all recommendations directed towards it from the Westfield Bondi Junction coronial inquest, six months aft...
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Qld government reveals the cost of upgrading Brisbane's RNA showgrounds
The Queensland government will spend almost $300 million on upgrades to Brisbane's RNA showgrounds. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Austral...
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Daniel Andrews’ government engaged in ‘concerning’ conduct but no evidence of firefighter union blackmail: Ibac report
Anti-corruption watchdog’s long-awaited report finds ‘serious and concerning’ conduct by senior government members in dealings with union boss Senior memb...
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WA government has no plans to change uranium mining ban
New Mines Minister Daniel Pastorelli says the government will not shift approach to uranium mining, amid mounting pressure from WA's resources industry. N...
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Minns government rejects hate speech advice it fought to keep secret
The Minns government has rejected key advice from a review it commissioned, which recommends hate speech laws be extended to protect more members of the c...
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Former minister denies knowing donations breached NSW laws
Damien Tudehope tells the state's corruption inquiry he did not believe payments made by his friend and hotelier Michael O'Hara, a prohibited donor, were...
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Farmer sends $40k bill to Victorian government for dingo attacks on sheep
Scott Keller doubts his invoice will be paid, but says the state's decision to cease the lethal control of wild dogs and dingoes should be highlighted ahe...
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Almost $140m in fines written off by Queensland government
More than 460,000 debts were written off by the state government last financial year, almost double the amount written off two years ago. Newsiline summar...
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One Nation reveals Victorian state leader ahead of November election
One Nation reveals its upper house candidates for Victoria, with army veteran and party state president Warren Pickering set to lead the party to the upco...
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One Nation unveils eight Victorian election candidates including former Liberal and anti-woke film animator
Local councillor who says he used to work on Daniel Andrews’ security team also part of upper house lineup for November’s state poll A former Liberal part...
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Israeli strikes kill 18 in Gaza as minister says no deal to halt attacks
Despite the US' announcement of a path for Hamas' disarmament, Israeli airstrikes in Gaza have continued. Newsiline summarises this report from SBS News A...
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Minister instructs Qld Health to review 'discriminatory' fertility guidance
Several women were told they could no longer proceed with their treatments after the release of the Queensland Health guidance earlier this year. Newsilin...
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Labor's Secret Harbour by-election campaign walks fine line on pork barrelling
Labor's funding announcements in the electorate of Secret Harbour ahead of its by-election prompt the question: where does pork barrelling begin and genui...
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India's gen Z protesters forced a minister to resign. What's next?
The Cockroach Janta Party claims victory following the resignation of India's education minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Newsiline summarises this report from...
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NT chief minister's Garma town promise on land rights anniversary
Lia Finocchiaro uses her first Garma Festival speech to promise land and fuel security in north-east Arnhem Land after its main employer, Rio Tinto, leave...
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Government questioned over cost blowout for proposed weirs
The LNP state government made an election commitment to build two new weirs in the North Burnett and the South Burnett regions. Newsiline summarises this...
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Threats posted about NSW minister over feral pig program
NSW Agriculture Minister Tara Moriarty says "vile" comments on the Shooters, Fishers and Farmers Facebook page were unacceptable and have been reported to...
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Are government grants enough to save Sydney's live music scene?
The recently announced closure of a high-profile music venue has the state opposition asking if grant money could have been better spent. Newsiline summar...
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Paper mill cuts 84 jobs, blaming Victorian government for lack of timber
Opal Australian Paper has blamed the Victorian government for failing to secure timber supply to keep its Maryvale paper mill operating at full capacity....
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Qld domestic violence minister blames former government for system failings
Amanda Camm told budget estimates a "shameful scare campaign" had some women "more frightened to seek support" from domestic violence services. Newsiline...
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The major parties boycotted this UK by-election. Enter Count Binface
A novelty candidate called Count Binface will next month try and unseat one of the most prominent politicians in the Untied Kingdom when constituents in C...
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Gina Rinehart lobbied Qld government to move Olympic events to Rockhampton
A letter from Ms Rinehart to Jarrod Bleijie, obtained under right to information laws, asked the government to consider Rockhampton before the LNP's Games...
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SA nurses and midwives reject government pay rise offer
South Australia's public sector nurses and midwives have voted to reject the state government's latest pay rise offer, sending the matter to the SA Employ...
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Breaking: Victorian ministers Harriet Shing and Lily D'Ambrosio announce retirement
Health Minister Harriet Shing and Energy Minister Lily D'Ambrosio have announced they will step down from cabinet. Newsiline summarises this report from A...
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Regional council hands maternal and child health service to state government
A central Victorian council is handing back control of its maternal and child health nurse program to the state government, saying the service could be be...