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More transparency and action in areas such as whistleblower protections and gambling reform have been flagged as flashpoints for any minority government.

Greater social supports for Australians could form part of any minority government talks, with sitting and prospective crossbenchers inking a pledge for action.

The 2022 election catapulted a new movement into Australian federal politics, with the election of six “teals”. The teals are part of a broader wave of “community independents” who are challenging the major parties, especially the Liberals and appealing to voters who want politics done differently.

Billions in damage and a flurry of insurance claims are expected to follow Cyclone Alfred, and Treasurer Jim Chalmers is confident the industry is prepared.

In the world of political merchandise, Liberal polo shirts, Greens totes and Labor socks are de rigueur on the election trail. But do they win votes?

Federal MPs have clashed in a Parliament House corridor over political donation laws which loom as a sticking point in minority government negotiations.

New vehicle efficiency standards (NVES) will not apply to at least four large vehicles, source says

Asset Energy has 30 days to respond to industry minister Ed Husic’s request for further information about the proposed gas project off Sydney’s coast

As one Liberal member called for quotas for women in parliament, MPs have been urged to ease back anger in political debate amid rising social tensions.