Pauline Hanson's One Nation announced eight candidates for the Victorian state election, including former Liberal members and an animator. Hanson notably denied access to ABC and Guardian reporters at the press conference, citing "spin" and "gotcha moments," preferring Rebel News.
Senator Alex Antic's bid for South Australian Liberal Party state president is causing deep divisions. Moderates fear his One Nation-friendly stance, while conservatives see it as a chance to reclaim lost voters and define the party's conservative identity, ahead of the August 29 AGM.
The Liberal Party in Victoria faces governance and potential fraud concerns after registering an ineligible deceased member and two ex-members as preselectors in the key electorate of Ripon ahead of the state election.
Proposed voluntary assisted dying (VAD) laws are set to pass the Northern Territory parliament, making euthanasia legal across all Australian jurisdictions. The bill, to be introduced Thursday and debated in August, has confirmed support despite diverging from inquiry recommendations on prognosis timeframe and a "gag clause" for doctors.
The NSW Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) is investigating three key allegations: Liberal figures soliciting or accepting undeclared or excessive donations for branch stacking, a property developer allegedly making prohibited donations in exchange for political outcomes, and two Labor councillors engaging in conduct that could involve blackmail and breaches of the Surveillance Devices Act.
The NSW Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) is investigating three key allegations: Liberal figures soliciting or accepting undeclared or excessive donations for branch stacking, a property developer making donations in exchange for political outcomes, and two Labor councillors engaging in conduct possibly involving blackmail and breaches of the Surveillance Devices Act. Several prominent figures, including Liberal power brokers and a Labor councillor, are named in the allegations.
ICAC is investigating allegations of "branch stacking" involving Liberal figures and lobbyists, prohibited donations from a property developer, and misconduct by two Labor councillors. Key figures include developer Nassif, the Perrottet brothers, and Catholic Schools NSW CEO Dallas McInerney.
Liberal frontbencher Melissa McIntosh suggests the party may need a rebrand to win back voters, as the Coalition hits a new polling low of 17% in Newspoll, with Labor leading at 33% and One Nation at 29%.
The Northern Territory's 'tough on crime' agenda under the Country Liberal Party has raised alarms among environment, First Nations, justice, and family groups, citing disregard for vulnerable communities and ecosystems.
Police found "no offence detected" after investigating Victorian Liberal MP Moira Deeming's assault allegation against colleague Matthew Guy. Guy vehemently denied the claims and is considering defamation action, while opposition leader Jess Wilson welcomed the prompt conclusion.
An investigation into the death of Baby Justin raises questions about why an inquest was never held. A One Nation official with a history of racist social media posts is revealed. Locals discuss the impact of a shark attack. Cape Verde shocked Spain in the World Cup.
An investigation into the death of Baby Justin raises questions about why an inquest was never held. A One Nation official with a history of racist social media posts is revealed, and locals react to a shark attack. Cape Verde shocked Spain in the World Cup.
A Brisbane private schoolboy, 16 at the time of his arrest in 2024, allegedly plotted terrorist attacks against the Liberal party and the Labour Day march, influenced by the Unabomber. He researched bomb-making, bought chemicals, and wrote his own manifesto.
A Brisbane private schoolboy, 16 in 2024, allegedly plotted terrorist attacks against the Liberal party and the Labour Day march, influenced by the Unabomber. He researched bomb-making, bought chemicals, and wrote a manifesto mirroring Ted Kaczynski's anti-technology and anti-capitalist ideology. He pleaded not guilty in Queensland Supreme Court.
Liberal MP Tony Pasin suggested cooperating with Pauline Hanson's One Nation to defeat Labor, but senior colleagues like Angus Taylor rejected the idea. One Nation is polling strongly and targeting Labor seats, fueling debate on right-wing cooperation.
Splits emerge in Australia's Liberal Party over cooperating with Pauline Hanson's One Nation. MP Tony Pasin suggested joint targeting of seats, but senior figures like Angus Taylor rejected the idea, emphasizing focus on defeating Labor.
Australia's Liberal Party, under new leadership, considers preference deals with One Nation to counter its surging support, potentially shifting further to the right.
Tony Abbott, former Australian PM, elected unopposed as Liberal Party president, pledges to help lead a 'people's revolt' against the Labor government, sparking concerns of a further rightward shift.
Former Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott is set to become the new federal Liberal party president, seven years after losing his parliamentary seat. His return to active politics is seen by some as a move to the right, while others believe he will help unite the party.
Former Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott is set to become the new federal Liberal party president, seven years after losing his parliamentary seat. His return to active politics aims to support opposition leader Angus Taylor, though some fear Abbott will push the party further right.
