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Immigration minister lifts ankle bracelet and curfew conditions for two ex-detainees suing Australian government

Andrew Giles eases visa restrictions for at least two of the three people challenging new rules in high court

The Guardian - AU

Grattan on Friday: Albanese government comes under more heat as it tries to navigate its position on Gaza conflict

For an issue in which Australia is not a player and has no direct influence, the Israel-Hamas conflict is putting serious strain on the Albanese government, internally and externally.

The Conversation

Labor MP Josh Burns says Australia’s UN Gaza ceasefire vote not relevant to ‘people on the ground’

Speaking from Israel, MP plays down significance of UN resolution, saying violence won’t end ‘without Hamas being removed from power’

The Guardian - AU

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Can Labor win the war on gambling advertising or will it capitulate in a brutal betrayal?

Any retreat from the proposed bans would be seen by some as a betrayal of the most personal kind

The Guardian - AU

Reasonable to assume public trust eroded

Letters and Short Takes December 14, 2023

Newcastle Herald

More tax in government coffers hailed by treasurer

The mid-year fiscal update contained no extra cost of living relief, although the federal treasurer has not ruled out more help in his next budget.

AAP

'A really big ask': reality check for residents' footpath plea

A new footpath at Cooranbong has been called a 'really big ask'.

Newcastle Herald

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Knitting Nannas win part of protest law challenge

The Knitting Nannas environmental protest group has partly succeeded in a challenge to NSW anti-protest legislation that criminalised actions near major hubs.

AAP

Labor seeks safety in numbers when navigating Gaza ceasefire stance

The government will deny internal Labor party politics influenced the decision, but it has come under increasing pressure from within

The Guardian - AU

Myefo 2023: what’s in Labor’s end-of-year budget outlook and what does it mean for you?

Slashing infrastructure projects and limiting spending while raising tax receipts are some of the ways the federal government hopes to curb inflation

The Guardian - AU

Myefo 2023: Australia’s federal budget on track for wafer-thin $1.1bn deficit

Mid-year economic and fiscal outlook reveals $12.8bn improvement in budget bottom line due to strong labour market and commodity prices

The Guardian - AU

Albanese’s high-speed rail body yet to appoint CEO or begin planning any train projects

Opposition accuses Labor of achieving ‘absolutely nothing’ towards its fast rail ambition

The Guardian - AU

C-bombs and warrior ways: can Labor attack dog Steven Miles learn new tricks as Queensland premier?

Steven Miles takes over from Annastacia Palaszczuk as Queensland’s new premier – but some doubt he can arrest Labor’s poor polling

The Guardian - AU

Afternoon Update: far north braces for Jasper; US ‘concerned’ by reports of Israeli use of white phosphorus; and love life after dating apps

Steven Miles to become new Queensland premier as Tropical Cyclone Jasper approaches state’s coast

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Who is Queensland's next premier, Steven Miles?

When Queensland’s Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk resigned over the weekend, she indicated her preferred successor would be her deputy, Steven Miles.

AAP

No 'silver bullet' to fix ailing WorkCover scheme

The union movement has blasted Labor's planned changes to WorkCover as businesses plead for a cap on rising premiums at an inquiry into a controversial bill.

The Guardian - AU

Ed Husic says Israel action in Gaza ‘very disproportionate’ and children shouldn’t bear brunt of conflict

Labor minister immediately criticised by Peter Dutton who says Husic’s comments are ‘ill-considered’ and ‘offensive’

The Guardian - AU

‘Rise in conspiracy theories’: Labor was warned disinformation bill would stir claims of censorship

Communications minister’s department urged government to learn lessons from failed US Disinformation Governance Board

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Pre-emptive disaster declarations for Cairns and Townsville – as it happened

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Labor picks barrister to replace Pat Dodson in Senate

A Perth barrister has been selected by Labor to fill the Senate vacancy left by Pat Dodson, the "father of reconciliation" who is retiring for health reasons.

Newcastle Herald

Fan of the ban: eyes on job, not phone

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Clear road for Miles as rival bows out of premier race

Steven Miles is set to step up as Queensland's next premier after Health Minister Shannon Fentiman opted not to stand for the Labor leadership.

The Guardian - AU

Shannon Fentiman pitches herself as antidote to Annastacia Palaszczuk in bid to be next Queensland premier

If health minister ends up in the top job, it may be because of – not in spite of – the former premier’s backing for deputy, Steven Miles

The Guardian - AU

Massive worker shortfall threatens plans to build 1.2m new homes, Infrastructure Australia warns

Visa overhaul will alleviate labour shortage in construction but peak body warns that domestic capability is still lacking

Newcastle Herald

Council tries to stonewall 'bloody-minded pursuit' to demolish Myuna

Councillors come out swinging to save Myuna Bay recreation centre.

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