Northern Territory Police are investigating an alleged incident at the NT Thailand Grand Festival where federal Labor MP Luke Gosling is accused of assaulting NT Administrator David Connolly. Gosling vehemently denies the allegations, while Connolly's spokesperson confirmed the matter was referred to police.
Witnesses to Australia's antisemitism royal commission are facing severe online abuse, including misogynistic attacks on the partner of a Labor MP. Research shows factual reports quickly morph into conspiracy theories, with spikes in both anti-Jewish and anti-Muslim hate following major events.
Witnesses to Australia's antisemitism royal commission are facing severe online abuse, including threats and misogynistic attacks, according to Labor MP Josh Burns. Research presented also shows factual reports quickly morph into conspiracy theories online, with spikes in both anti-Jewish and anti-Muslim hate following major events.
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson declared Australia should be a "monocultural society" and pledged to axe SBS and overhaul the ABC if her party wins the next federal election. She also faced a protest banner and questions about her daughter's employment.
Victoria's Trades Hall Council head, Luke Hilakari, publicly named 23 Labor MPs and candidates for having no constituent conversations in two weeks, urging them to "work their ass off" to counter One Nation's rise. He warned of withholding union support in the upcoming election if engagement doesn't improve.
NSW prosecutors have launched proceedings against former Labor MP Ernest Wong and restaurateur Jonathan Yee for allegedly disguising $10,000 in donations to Chris Minns' 2014 election campaign, circumventing election funding laws.
Labor MP Ed Husic has warned Australia needs a backup plan for the Aukus submarine deal due to sluggish US production and the "transactional nature" of the Trump administration. Defence Minister Richard Marles agreed to accept three second-hand Virginia-class submarines from the US.
Labor plans to scrutinize Pauline Hanson's opposition to cost-of-living relief measures as One Nation surges in polls, posing a threat to both major parties. Labor MP Mike Freelander suggests further income tax cuts to help struggling workers.
Labor MP Ed Husic calls for Australia to impose tougher sanctions on Israel, citing mistreatment of activists and aid workers, and potential genocide against Palestinians.
Labor MPs anticipate government concessions on capital gains tax for startups following backlash to budget changes. Concerns exist about explaining complex tax reforms effectively.
