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The balance between left and right in the upper house may not swing wildly, but even one or two seats changing hands could prove crucial

As well as the election for the full House of Representatives, there will be an election on May 3 for 40 of the 76 senators. The 72 state senators have six-year terms, with half of them up for election every three years. The four territory senators are all up for…

Newly published research has found clear evidence that openly lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, intersex, and queer+ (LGBTIQ+) Australian politicians were disproportionately targeted with personal abuse on social media at the last federal election. Given global trends, it’s unlikely to be any different this year.

Lunar New Year festivities and fights over long lunches are dominating debate during the first sitting week for 2025.

Cost of fixing ‘forever chemical’ pollution should be borne by manufacturers and polluters, not governments and consumers, expert tells Senate inquiry

Charles and Camilla appear to be on a budget.

The beginning of the end? A look back on the King's 2024

Guardian Essential poll shows government ranked badly for action on housing and wages; some supporters criticise president’s pardon for his son

Independent senator clarifies she was mistaken about civil finding of racial discrimination against One Nation leader