Politics, world: Samoan PM Fiamē Naomi Mataʻafa expresses concerns over Australian gas and coal plans
The leader of a Pacific Island country has expressed her concern over Australia’s potential to launch new gas and coal projects ahead of the country’s bid to host the world’s…
Paul Keating’s China dodge at National Press Club was disgraceful
Former prime minister Paul Keating served his signature cocktail at the National Press Club this week: intelligence, insight and an occasional droplet of wisdom, all overpowered by the bitter taste…
Paul Keating interview: Peter Dutton calls him crazy old uncle on Today show
Peter Dutton has come out swinging against former prime minister Paul Keating after a sensational interview appearance. Mr Keating blasted some of the nation’s most senior journalists and Foreign Affairs…
Indian PM criticises Anthony Albanese over recent Melbourne Hindu temple attacks
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has received a public scolding from another world leader while conducting business overseas. Mr Albanese, who was welcomed into India with a shower of flower petals…
China: Rudd warns of ‘war by accident’
Australia’s next ambassador to the United States, former prime minister Kevin Rudd, has warned if the fraught US-China relationship worsens, there is a risk of “war by accident”. “The overall…
Change to referendum voting process before Voice to Parliament vote
Before Australians head to the polls later in 2023 for the first referendum of the 21st century, a major overhaul to the way people vote is desperately needed. The last…
Major China trip a ‘test’ to repair rift
The Foreign Minister’s upcoming trip to China is an “opportunity” to repair the country’s relationship with Australia after years of harsh treatment, according to her Opposition counterpart. Opposition foreign affairs…
Michael McCormack sent to hospital after drinking kava
Nationals MP and former deputy Prime Minister Michael McCormack has wound up in hospital after getting a little too adventurous with a drink in the Pacific Islands. The Riverina MP…
Huge win for Albo’s energy plan
Labor’s emergency energy relief package is set to become law after Energy Minister Chris Bowen confirmed he had secured the support of The Greens. Both houses of federal parliament have…
Bali bomber Umar Patek released on parole, Albanese government responds
The Australian government has made representations to the Indonesian government that Bali bomber Umar Patek be monitored after his release from jail just over halfway through his 20-year sentence. The…
