Senator David Pocock urges the Australian government to prevent tech giants from using Australian content to train AI models, as cabinet debates copyright rule changes. Senator Sarah Hanson-Young calls for a moratorium on new datacentres.
Senator David Pocock and Industry Minister Tim Ayres clashed over whistleblower claims that the Australian government is considering plans to allow AI companies to train on copyright material. Ayres accused Pocock of 'reckless speculation,' while Pocock stated the minister did not deny the claims.
The Greens will support the Albanese government's negative gearing and capital gains tax changes. In return, Labor's overhaul of the national disability insurance scheme will be delayed and tweaked. This deal allows Labor to pass its budget centerpiece before parliament rises.
The Greens will support the Albanese government’s negative gearing and capital gains tax changes in exchange for delaying and tweaking the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) overhaul. The deal allows Labor to pass its budget centerpiece before parliament rises.
Pauline Hanson and Donald Trump share populist tactics, targeting similar issues like immigration and media. While Hanson is rising in polls ahead of Australian elections, Trump's approval is declining. Their approaches to immigration and trade differ, and 'Trumpism' has previously been rejected in Australian elections.
Australia will extend its fuel excise cut at a reduced rate and partially reinstate the Heavy Vehicle Road User Charge (RUC). The RUC reduction will drop from 32 cents to 16 cents per litre from July 1 to August 2, before tapering off. The road freight industry is urging the government to scrap the RUC entirely until year-end.
A Melbourne woman in her 30s, identified as Jane, lost $646,035 to a romance scammer she met on Hinge. Despite new anti-scam laws planned for 2027, her bank and the Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) denied her a refund, citing current regulations.
Australia's parliament enters a 'settlement season' before its winter break, with the Labor government pushing contentious tax changes and facing opposition to NDIS reforms. Deals with the Greens and Coalition are complicated by party fury, leading to potential legislative roadblocks.
Activist group Lock the Gate analysis reveals coal companies may receive an extra $6.2bn in taxpayer refunds for diesel if half of proposed mine developments are approved. This comes as the Australian government faces pressure to cap a fuel tax credit scheme benefiting multinational miners.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Opposition Leader Angus Taylor have criticized Pauline Hanson's One Nation party for its plans to slash migration, warning it could worsen skilled worker shortages. Hanson claims multiculturalism has failed and blames migration for housing and infrastructure pressures.
A UK by-election victory for Andy Burnham, a popular Labour figure, against the rising Reform UK party offers potential insights for Australian PM Anthony Albanese in combating One Nation. Burnham's focus on local issues and refusal to engage with populist talking points mirrored strategies Albanese is employing nationally. However, analysts suggest Burnham's personal popularity, the "Burnham factor," was key, making the result potentially unique and not a guaranteed blueprint for defeating right-wing populism.
Pauline Hanson addresses her new MP's comments on immigration and Indigenous flags. The Albanese government offers concessions on capital gains tax changes. Iran plans maritime fees in the Strait of Hormuz, Ukraine drones strike Moscow, and Lionel Messi's family requests "humanity" amid health reports.
Australia's Albanese government is navigating policy challenges in tax reforms, NDIS reform, and migration. Changes to tax laws aim to appease small businesses, while NDIS reforms seek to control costs amid concerns for vulnerable individuals. Migration levels remain high, posing economic and political dilemmas.
Australia's Albanese government is navigating policy challenges in tax reforms, NDIS cost control, and migration. Recent tax concessions aim to ease backlash, while NDIS reforms face state reluctance and emotional appeals. Migration levels remain high, posing political and economic dilemmas.
Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced expanded capital gains tax (CGT) exemptions for small businesses, including startups and testamentary trusts. The government increased the turnover threshold to $10 million, making the exemption "substantially broader and significantly more generous" in response to industry criticism.
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson attacked Guardian Australia journalist Sarah Martin, calling her "trashy" for reporting on Hanson's daughter's employment. The media union condemned the personal attack and warned against banning journalists, while PM Anthony Albanese urged defense of public broadcasters.
Australia will provide "generous" capital gains tax exemptions for nearly all small businesses, with exemptions for startups and testamentary trusts. The annual turnover threshold for concessions will rise to $10m, benefiting 98% of businesses.
Australian PM Anthony Albanese has called for a transparent investigation into the death of nine-year-old Hania Ahmed, who was shot by police in Pakistan. Conflicting accounts exist regarding the incident, which occurred during an armed robbery.
Solomon Islands Prime Minister Matthew Wale has proposed a Pacific-wide security pact during a visit to Canberra, aiming to establish a "Pacific-led" security architecture and cement regionalism. The idea, discussed with Australian PM Anthony Albanese, faces challenges due to varied regional security approaches.
Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese indicated the government may extend the temporary fuel excise cut to ease motorist costs, influenced by the Middle East conflict and a new peace deal between the US and Iran. The cut, initially set to end June 30, is being re-evaluated.
Australian PM Anthony Albanese indicated openness to extending the temporary fuel excise cut, citing ongoing Middle East conflict impacts. A peace deal between the US and Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz was welcomed, but normal oil trade is expected to take months.
Donald Trump announced a deal to end the war on Iran, with a signing expected Friday. He will discuss the deal at the G7 Summit in France. Global oil prices dropped on the news, but details remain scarce.
Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will decide on extending the fuel excise rebate next week, offering motorists relief. The decision follows a US-Iran ceasefire deal, which Albanese hopes will stabilize global oil prices, though he cautions a return to normal will take time. The rebate, costing $2.5 billion, expires June 30.
A Senate inquiry into the federal government's budget measures commences today in Canberra. A new Resolve poll indicates One Nation Leader Pauline Hanson has surpassed Prime Minister Anthony Albanese as the preferred prime minister.
