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The major political parties have been slammed for "rigging" the system to boost their chances of winning, after agreeing on a political donations reform bills.

Paterson's poll that could have national consequences.

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Labor government not acting in good faith over climate, say Pacific neighbours; Wallabies triumph in Cardiff

A number of politicians are farewelling the parliament ahead of their retirement next year, as Labor and the coalition look to end the year on a high note.

Minor party’s offer, which includes ban on native-forest logging, represents its second concession on stalled legislation in less than a week

The Albanese government, anxious to prevent a dash from cash by businesses, says it will mandate that they must accept it for essential items.

ALP denies reforms rushed into parliament are designed to target Simon Holmes à Court and Clive Palmer

A byelection occurred on Saturday in the South Australian Liberal-held state seat of Black. With all election day votes counted, Labor gained Black by a 60.6–39.4 margin over the Liberals, a 13.3% swing to Labor since the 2022 state election. Primary votes were 46.5% Labor (up 8.4%), 32.3% Liberals (down…

‘You not only know what we’re going to do but how we’re going to get there,’ PM tells voters

Anthony Albanese has refused to reveal what Australia's future climate targets will be, suggesting voters may not know until after the federal election.