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Lizzie Blandthorn accuses the federal government of not providing enough information, but Bill Shorten is ‘quietly positive’ reforms can be agreed

The former Liberal staffer broke down in tears as she told a defamation trial she was more concerned about being raped than about her dress

Labor has staved off defeat in parliament by postponing a vote on legislation the Greens say would do little to address the housing crisis

A vote on Victorian legislation to expand taxes on vacant homes and undeveloped land has been delayed, with the opposition and Greens against the changes.

Indigenous academic Stan Grant says the Voice was a monumental — not modest — ask that was ‘shushed’ to be so inoffensive that people found it easy to vote No, and the NSW Liberals want the seats of Warringah (held by independent Zali Steggall) and Blaxland (held by Education Minister…

Treasurer Tim Pallas says refunds being considered after high court ruled charge was unconstitutional

NSW premier Chris Minns says ruling on electric vehicle charge is ‘complex’ as governments scramble to understand its impact

The list of Catholic and independent schools captured by a contentious Victorian tax is projected to grow as student fees rise.

From a bungled tax announcement to muddled performances from ministers, the best laid plans for a smooth handover quickly went awry