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ACT senator says caps are the only way to stop ‘wealthy entities from exerting undue influence’ on elections

The federal opposition has called on the Albanese government to allow lengthy debate on its new workplace laws, which it wants to pass by Christmas.

Medical groups ‘optimistic’ as October budget commits to initial consultation but urge Labor to provide greater detail and more resources

In today’s newsletter: vigils across the nation pay tribute to Indigenous schoolboy; NSW health chief to urge greater booster take-up; and fly with the ‘spirit of disappointment’

Despite residents complaining of an infrastructure drought, key pockets in Melbourne's growth corridors are concerned that more than $300 million of funding dedicated to making their lives better is sitting untapped.

It’s small wonder a major fossil fuel producer like Australia has relied so heavily on carbon offsets. Plant new forests - or say you will avoid clearing old ones - and you can keep approving new gas and coal developments. This year, whistleblower Professor Andrew McIntosh claimed up to 80%…

There was a stark contrast between Daniel Andrews and Matthew Guy when they hit the hustings

Parliamentary budget office report shows high income earners will benefit most from negative gearing and capital gains tax concessions

Victorians will pay less for public transport across regional Victoria regardless of who wins the state election, with transport, hip-pocket issues, health and ISIS brides all featuring on the first official day of the campaign.

Victorian opposition leader rubbishes suggestions restored vehicle could be mistaken for a real ambulance

Shadow treasurer describes the policy as the greatest ‘marker of values in this term of parliament’