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Labor to overhaul misinformation bill after objections over freedom of speech

‘Clarifications on religious freedom’ to be reconsidered, says communications minister Michelle Rowland, after strong pushback from Coalition

The Guardian - AU

Who could replace Johnathan Davis in the Legislative Assembly?

No byelection, no worries: a count back will find a new member.

The Canberra Times

'Worst landlord' NSW to overhaul social housing fixes

The NSW government is changing how social housing maintenance is handled for its 95,000 properties, bringing a privately run system back under state control.

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Labor still far ahead in Resolve poll, in contrast to other recent polls

A federal Resolve poll for Nine newspapers, conducted November 1–5 from a sample of 1,602, gave Labor 35% of the primary vote (down two since October), the Coalition 30% (down one), the Greens 13% (up one), One Nation 7% (steady), the UAP 2% (steady), independents 9% (steady) and others 4%…

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Drivers to pay $123b over decades in 'most-tolled city'

Motorists can expect to pay more than $120 billion on road tolls in NSW by 2060, as driving bodies call for a fairer pricing structure.

AAP

Federal Labor faces cost of living backlash from voters

Cost of living is the biggest issue facing Australian voters, despite Labor's reassurances it's providing relief, a poll published by Nine newspapers shows.

AAP

Halfway through their term, the 'teal' MPs look here to stay – and may present a huge challenge in 2025

Halfway through the 47th federal parliament, we can begin cautiously to gauge the potential historical significance of the “teal” independents.

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‘A dent in our retirement’: the battle to help Australian workers recover unpaid super

Timber tradie Peter Myall is owed at least $15,000 in superannuation, with unions urging action on what they call the last bastion of wage theft

The Guardian - AU

I once sang Love Is in the Air to Labor’s Stephen Conroy – here’s what it taught me about Canberra lobbying

There is nothing wrong with lobbyists trying to influence the government. But we should know why they’re at Parliament House and who invited them

The Guardian - AU

‘Enough is enough’: former Coalition environment minister joins push for a national ban on native forest logging

Robert Hill, Peter Garrett and former state ministers back teal MP Sophie Scamps’ call on all governments to work together on transition

The Guardian - AU

Penny Wong says ‘steps towards ceasefire’ in Israel-Hamas war ‘cannot be one-sided’

Australian foreign minister calls on Israel to show greater restraint around medical facilities and for Hamas to release hostages

The Guardian - AU

As the federal government prepares to scrap road and rail projects – find out what is being funded in your area

The government is backing hundreds of infrastructure projects across Australia, however some may now be cancelled due to cost overruns

The Guardian - AU

Albanese has threaded a needle between the US and China. Now he needs to do the same on Israel-Hamas at home

Australia is not a player in Middle East politics – but the domestic fallout from the conflict has significant implications for social cohesion

The Guardian - AU

‘Red-hot anger’: Why Labor is on a ‘tightrope’ over its response to the Israel-Hamas war

Calls for ALP to support a ceasefire grow as rank and file members quit and migrant communities in heartland seats threaten to turn away

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Rupert Murdoch eases into retirement as Lachlan takes up baton of ‘philosophical integrity’

News Corp’s new chair praises coverage of Indigenous voice referendum and rallies troops against Labor’s proposed misinformation laws. Plus: ABC boss addresses Gaza coverage

AAP

Labor government's Murray Darling plan lacks support

A Senate committee has released a report into the government's new Murray-Darling Basin plan to recover 450 gigalitres of water, but the Greens are dissenting.

AAP

Stressed police, paramedics could get better protection

First responders including police and paramedics could soon receive easier access to compensation after major workplace changes cleared a key hurdle.

The Guardian - AU

NSW dumps $2m ‘wellbeing’ survey that asked if immigrants were taking Australian jobs

Exclusive: Commissioned during the previous Coalition government, the study polled residents about government services as well as immigration and multiculturalism

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Grattan on Friday: When Labor states don't dance to the Albanese government's tune

It’s helpful for the Albanese government to have all mainland states in Labor hands – but only up to a point.

AAP

Which NSW drivers to get $60 toll cap still shrouded

It is still unclear whether a $60 weekly cap to help Australia's most heavily tolled drivers will apply per e-tag or per tolling account.

The Guardian - AU

Labor facing showdown with Pocock and Lambie after Senate passes industrial relations bills

Tony Burke refuses to guarantee house vote on separate bills in move Pocock calls ‘extraordinary’

AAP

Sydney mayor suspended after corruption finding

City of Canada Bay mayor Angelo Tsirekas has been suspended by the local government minister after an integrity commission found he engaged in corrupt conduct.

AAP

Urgent steps needed as infinite detention ruled illegal

A High Court decision ruling indefinite detention illegal has led to calls for an urgent review of the cases of stateless people held in detention.

The Canberra Times

Senate votes to fast-track worker safety reforms before Christmas

The Senate has passed four non-controversial reforms from Labor's IR package.

AAP

Easier PTSD compensation, worker protection step closer

First responders with post-traumatic stress disorder and workers facing domestic violence may soon have greater protections, with laws closer to passing.

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