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Victoria to make abortion care free
Both major parties commit to covering out-of-pocket costs for abortion up to 16 weeks, making Victoria the first Australian state to offer free universal access.
the Guardian · 1m

How datacentres lobby Australia's political system
Tech companies are donating to major parties and hiring ex-premiers as lobbyists while governments fast-track billion-dollar projects.
the Guardian · 3m
One Nation rises as voters seek AI for politics
As Victorians prepare to vote, One Nation threatens both major parties while AI chatbots reshape how voters learn about candidates and policies.
Abc · 2m

Albanese's childcare dream faces a costly reality
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese wants universal childcare to be his legacy, but the government is struggling to define what it means, how much it will cost, and how to pay for it.
the Guardian · 2m

Labor's poll slump and One Nation threat
Tony Barry and Jessie McCrone analyse a Redbridge poll showing weak support for Anthony Albanese and Labor ahead of the Victorian election.
the Guardian · 1m
Election campaign: Fireworks ban and party clashes
NZ First pushes fireworks ban as Labour and National clash over election policies.
RNZ · 1m

Labor's polling crisis and One Nation threat
Tony Barry and Jessie McCrone examine a Redbridge poll showing slipping support for the prime minister and Labor, and discuss strategy against One Nation.
the Guardian · 1m

Can Australia learn from Canada's migration gamble?
Canada slashed temporary migration and its economy adjusted. But Australia's situation is very different, and the long-term costs may be steep.
the Guardian · 2m

Shoebridge vows aggressive fight on coal and One Nation
The Greens' newly elected leader David Shoebridge outlines his strategy to challenge corporate power and take on One Nation, but faces questions about party unity.
the Guardian · 1m

Labor's economy problem ahead of 2028
Voter anger over rising rates and inflation threatens Labor as the 2028 election looms, with Angus Taylor positioned to challenge the government's economic management.
the Guardian · 2m

Greens pick Shoebridge to replace Labor
Senator David Shoebridge wins contested ballot to lead Australian Greens and claims the party can replace Labor.
the Guardian · 1m

Shoebridge wins Greens leadership in contested ballot
Senator David Shoebridge defeats two women to lead the Australian Greens and vows to replace Labor as the progressive party.
the Guardian · 1m
Mr Net Zero to have final say on Falklands oil drilling
Net Zero leader Ed Miliband decides Falklands oil drilling fate amid Argentina's legal threats.
Dailymail · 3m

Victoria to impose life sentences for rape
Premier Ben Carroll announces sweeping reforms to tackle violence against women, including life imprisonment for rapists and restrictions on victim cross-examination.
the Guardian · 1m

Australia detains visa overstayers
Australia detains tourists who overstay visas to curb migration.
Malay Mail · 1m

UK AI Safety Plan Lags as Government Shifts Focus
UK government faces backlash for delaying AI safety laws despite rising risks
the Guardian · 1m

Burke defends immigration cuts against farm lobby warnings
Australia's agriculture sector warns of food shortages and higher prices, but the government insists its new migration rules won't damage the economy.
the Guardian · 2m

Labor scraps $5,000 veterans health cap after outcry
The government reversed a controversial policy limiting allied health services for defence veterans following weeks of pressure from senators and veterans' groups.
the Guardian · 1m

Labor gets 92% of grants in controversial scheme
Analysis reveals federal grants program overwhelmingly favors Labor-held seats, triggering a Senate inquiry.
the Guardian · 1m

Victoria adopts random knife searches despite expert warnings
Labor government reverses course to give police sweeping powers to search anyone for knives, ignoring evidence the policy doesn't work.
the Guardian · 1m