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Albanese calls Dutton’s Aukus comments ‘irresponsible’ – as it happened

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Crisafulli urges residents to prepare as storm approaches – as it happened

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Greg Norman Reveals New Job After Being Replaced As LIV Golf CEO

Greg Norman may have left his job as LIV Golf CEO but he has landed a role helping shape the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games

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Cabinet gender parity as election fight intensifies

The prime minister has lauded the fact the cabinet has gender parity for the first time as political leaders tussle with an election on the horizon.

AAP

Labor ministers contradict each other on reasons why gambling ad ban has stalled

Anika Wells says not all stakeholders accepted the Albanese government proposal but Andrew Leigh blames failure to secure numbers in Senate

The Guardian - AU

Australia’s aged care overhaul: what are the changes, and will you have to pay more?

A new means-testing formula, more funding to remain at home and help for providers – here’s what you should know

The Guardian - AU

Afternoon Update: Major aged care reforms announced; more anti-war rallies in Melbourne; and the VMAs black carpet

Anthony Albanese says the reforms are ‘once in a generation’ as he thanks Coalition for ‘constructive engagement’

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Sports must meet women boardroom targets or lose funds

The federal government will withhold funding from sports organisations that don't meet targets of women comprising half their boards from 2027.

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'Where is Snoop Dogg?': Minister playfully roasts US at Independence Day party

Good-natured roasting to America over its Olympics medal count.

The Canberra Times

Netball World Cup receives $6 million funding boost

Australia will defend its No.1 status at the 2027 Netball World Cup, with the federal government announcing $6 million in funding for the Sydney tournament.

AAP

Games venue concerns not 'fake news' for government

Concerns for the Brisbane Games are hardly "fake news" judging by the fallout over the Queensland government's controversial 2032 plans.

AAP

Brisbane Oly furore not a good look: 2032 Games boss

Brisbane Olympic boss Andrew Liveris says a 2032 venue plan furore is not a good look but the prime minister is convinced the Games will be a "cracker".

AAP

Olympic powerbrokers deny lobbying for Brisbane venues

Olympic powerbrokers have contradicted the Queensland premier, saying they had no influence on a controversial Brisbane 2032 infrastructure plan.

AAP

Shock losses to LNP and Greens in Queensland elections sound warning for Labor ahead of October poll

Premier Steven Miles says massive swing against ALP in two key byelections was ‘very bad’ for his government

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Aged care minister dismisses worker pay inflation fears

Aged Care Minister Anika Wells has defended pay rises for the nation's lowest-paid workers, saying they aren't the reason for Australia's inflation problem.

The Guardian - AU

Australia’s aged care fees are under review. Will wealthy people have to pay more?

An expert panel has recommended people with a lot of super contribute more to aged care – but the government may not respond any time soon

AAP

Rights for older Australians to be legislated

Once in a generation reforms would legislate a statement guaranteeing the rights of Older Australians under sweeping changes to the nation's aged care system.

Al Jazeera

Australia cricketer Khawaja will ‘fight’ to wear Palestine solidarity shoes

Khawaja says he will fight the ICC’s ruling that stops him from wearing shoes with messages of support for Palestine.

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Gaza support | Cricket Australia expects Usman Khawaja to abide by rules

CA backs Khawaja's right to express support for Gaza, but expects him to follow ICC rules. Sports Minister Anika Wells supports Khawaja's peaceful expression of individual opinion.

The Conversation

The new national plan for sport has no measurable targets - exactly how politicians like it

The federal minister for sport, Anika Wells, recently launched a discussion paper for a new National Plan for Sport, which will be the fourth such plan produced since 2001.

The Conversation

Government's preventative detention for ex-detainees who pose serious risks set to pass this week

The government on Wednesday will introduce its legislation to enable preventative detention of former immigration detainees judged to pose a high risk of committing serious violent or sexual crimes.

AAP

Boost to aged care nursing requirements kicks in

Aged care homes now have mandatory targets for the length of care provided to each resident per day, including 40 minutes with a registered nurse.

The Guardian - AU

Albanese government to pledge $200m for women’s sport after Matildas inspire Australia

In the wake of the Matildas’ World Cup performance, the government will unveil new funding and changes to TV bidding rights for sporting fixtures

The Guardian - AU

The Matildas’ courage is changing the Australian narrative. The question is: what next?

For every Australian who watched the Matildas and wants more of this feeling, there are four immediate actions to take

The Guardian - AU

Australia Commonwealth Games 2026: Victoria cancels event after costs blow out to $7bn

Commonwealth Games Federation says the state government’s decision was ‘hugely disappointing’

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