Tasmania's Liberal government is in turmoil after two ministers, Jane Howlett and Madeleine Ogilvie, resigned within two weeks. Their departures were reportedly forced by opposition and crossbench demands due to concerns over misleading parliament and unexplained legal fees. Premier Jeremy Rockliff faces pressure to demonstrate accountability and transparency.
Film director turned online safety campaigner Beeban Kidron discusses the dangers of the digital age for children, her new book "Users," and her frustration with political inaction. She highlights the emotional toll of online abuse and criticizes big tech's influence and government failures to protect users.
The Greens are pushing Labor to extend Senate inquiries into NDIS cuts and tax changes, potentially delaying the government's agenda. They oppose rushing NDIS reforms and may align with the Coalition to demand longer scrutiny, despite generally supporting the tax reforms.
Former Canberra Liberals leader Leanne Castley has resigned from the party, citing a "toxic culture" including bullying and intimidation. She will sit as an independent for the remainder of her term and expressed pride in the recent coercive control legislation.
Former Canberra Liberals leader Leanne Castley has resigned from the party, citing a "toxic culture" including bullying and intimidation. She will sit as an independent for the remainder of her term and expressed pride in the coercive control legislation.
Some Australian 'teal' independent MPs are considering forming a centrist party alliance, driven by new electoral laws and a desire for greater influence. While some, like Zali Steggall, see merit in the discussions, others, including Kate Chaney and Monique Ryan, prefer to maintain their independence.
Some Australian "teal" independent MPs are considering forming a centrist party alliance to counter major parties and fill a political vacuum. While some, like Zali Steggall, see benefits in structure and influence, others, including Kate Chaney and Monique Ryan, prioritize their independence.
Some Australian "teal" independent MPs are discussing forming a new centrist political party to counter major parties and fill a perceived political vacuum. While some, like Zali Steggall, see benefits in structure and funding, others, including Kate Chaney and Monique Ryan, are hesitant to abandon their independent brand.
Several Australian independent MPs are discussing the possibility of forming a unified political party, driven by concerns over funding rules and donation law changes. While some, like Zali Steggall, are actively exploring the idea, others, including Monique Ryan and Helen Haines, have expressed reservations or ruled out joining.
Several independent MPs, referred to as 'Teals', are discussing the formation of a new political party to better collaborate and address national policy. While some, like Zali Steggall and Allegra Spender, are open to the idea, others, including Monique Ryan, Kate Chaney, Helen Haines, and Bob Katter, have ruled themselves out, preferring to remain independent.
Tasmania is one step closer to introducing a levy on short-stay accommodation, after legislation passed the lower house. But a push from the crossbench to direct the funds to crisis accommodation and homelessness services has failed.
Tasmania is one step closer to introducing a levy on short-stay accommodation, after legislation passed the lower house. But a push from the crossbench to direct the funds to crisis accommodation and homelessness services has failed.
The UK government has granted life peerages to 26 hereditary peers (15 Conservative, 2 Labour, 9 crossbenchers) whose seats were abolished, in a bid to end opposition to plans for removing the remaining hereditary peers' right to sit in the House of Lords. The move comes after 92 hereditary peers lost their seats this week, with the government offering concessions to accelerate Lords reform. The Conservative party has agreed to speed up the retirement of about half its existing life peers. The SNP has criticized the government for focusing on 'saving hereditary Lords' rather than the cost-of-living crisis.
