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Govt misled parliament on Barilaro: Labor

Labor says new government documents show NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet misled parliament about a controversial New York trade job that went to John Barilaro.

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Climate change in focus as Australia's parliament opens

Australia's parliament sat on Tuesday in Canberra for the first time since Labor won office in an election that also saw the Greens party win record seats, reflecting Australians' concern about climate change amid worsening bushfires and floods.

Reuters

Dominic Perrottet under fire over new documents revealed by John Barilaro New York trade role inquiry

Files released by parliament show premier was sent brief about prior candidate’s appointment following ‘full recruitment process’

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Scott Morrison ditches parliament’s return to speak at Japan event not starting until Thursday

Former PM says he is ‘unable to attend’ first sitting week in Canberra as Labor calls for details about Tokyo engagement

The Guardian - AU

While the ALP searches for its heart and the Greens its brain, perhaps what they both really need is courage

For Australia’s new centre-left government to work, both progressive parties have to put aside the machinations and recognise the best intentions of the other

The Guardian - AU

Liberal MP Bridget Archer willing to cross floor in support of 43 per cent climate target

Bridget Archer, who rebelled against the former government on key pieces of legislation, says she is prepared to do so again in support of enshrining a 43 per cent emissions reduction target into law.

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Prue Car buoyed by support after diagnosis

NSW Labor's deputy leader Prue Car says she's been overwhelmed with support from her western Sydney constituents after revealing her cancer diagnosis.

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The historic photo that celebrates a moment of unity and pride in Indigenous Australian representation

Indigenous parliamentarians from diverse First Nations hope they can work together across party lines to bring meaningful change

The Guardian - AU

Calls for change to army discharge certificates issued under Whitlam government

It's a small piece of paper, but the words written on it changed the course of former serviceman Alan Williams' life. Now he says it is time to "right the wrong".

ABC News

Zoe Daniel and Sally Sitou call for climate action in first speeches to parliament – as it happened

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The Loop: New agenda for parliament, NRL gay pride jersey controversy, and emotional tributes for Paul Sorvino

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Morning mail: record Covid hospitalisations, Labor beefs up climate bill, hand-luggage holidays

Tuesday: hospitals continue to struggle as Covid patients hit record high. Plus: how to travel with only hand luggage

The Guardian - AU

Paul Bongiorno: Albanese faces daunting challenges and can take nothing for granted

No prime minister has come to government from opposition in the past three decades facing more challenges than Anthony Albanese.

The New Daily

Federal parliament is back with a new government, new agenda, and a whole lot of new faces. What can we expect?

Parliament House is buzzing as first-time politicians get to grips with its labyrinthine corridors and complex procedures. Here's what to expect as the 47th Parliament of Australia sits for the first time.

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Guardian Essential poll: 40% of voters say Labor doing poor job tackling surging cost of living

Half of voters surveyed say they can afford household bills but struggle to find anything extra or report feeling under financial pressure

The Guardian - AU

NSW judge criticises new bail laws passed after Daily Telegraph campaign

Supreme court justice Peter Garling warned wording of new provision could impact its interpretation

The Guardian - AU

Albanese government bolsters climate bill in attempt to win support of teal independents

Change to ensure future emissions reduction targets could only be increased follows talks with crossbench and Greens

AAP

WA senator elected upper house president

Labor's Sue Lines has taken her seat as Senate President as the upper house returns following an election which delivered a record number of Greens.

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House Speaker pledges to restore respect

Pomp and ceremony has marked the opening of the 47th parliament, as the new government promises to hit the ground running with its legislative agenda.

The New Daily

Has Anthony Albanese finally snookered the Greens on climate?

If Labor’s climate bill does get up it could be because the PM has found a way to snooker the Greens – even with a touch of much-hyped "new politics".

The Guardian - AU

Executed Myanmar activist visited Australia in 2012 to complete a political advisers’ course

Phyo Zeya Thaw met then prime minister Julia Gillard when he was brought to Australia by AusAid

AAP

Labor backs conscience vote on territories

Labor has agreed to a conscience vote on a bill to restore territories' rights, which will pave the way for voluntary euthanasia in the NT and ACT.

The Canberra Times

Date set for territory rights debate

Legislation to repeal the Andrews bill will be introduced to parliament.

Reuters

Labor government to legislate emissions target when new parliament sits

Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says his government will introduce 18 pieces of legislation when the new parliament sits this week for the first time since Labor won office, amid worsening economic conditions and with climate change in focus.

ABC News

NSW Deputy Labor Leader Prue Car takes leave after being diagnosed with kidney cancer

The member for Londonderry in north-western Sydney takes leave after a sudden cancer diagnosis but says she will return to parliament after her treatment.

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