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An Assault on the Internet: US Professor Visits Australia to Warn Against Misinformation Bill
Labor’s bill has passed the House of Representatives, but faces an upcoming showdown in the Senate.
Australia’s House Passes Misinformation Bill, Opposition Says It ‘Belongs in a Dictatorship’
However, Labor defended the legislation as a necessary step to protect the safety of Australians and uphold democracy.
Domestic Violence, Pet Welfare to Be Considered Under New Australian Divorce Laws
The amendments will see courts consider the impact of domestic violence, and pet welfare, when dividing assets between separating couples.
Australia Passes Laws to Criminalise the Creation, Spread of Explicit Deepfakes
Offenders making and sharing sexually explicit deepfake material could spend up to seven years behind bars as new legislation is passed in Parliament.
Shadow Minister Questions Government’s Commitment to Disability Reform
Shadow Social Services Minister Michael Sukkar criticised the government for accepting only 13 of 222 disability recommendations.
NY Resident Convicted as CCP Spy—How the CCP’s Overseas Spy Operations Work
A New York resident has been convicted of spying for the Chinese Communist Party.
CCP Accused of Instigating Regime Overthrow in Bangladesh
Bangladesh is currently undergoing a change in power. After 15 years in office, the country’s prime minister resigned and then fled the country.
Inquiry Into Indigenous Truth and Justice Begins
Greens MPs say the move was a response to the failed Voice referendum in Australia.
$22.7 Billion Future Made in Australia Bill Introduced to Parliament
Labor introduces renewables bill to help Australia move towards net zero emissions by 2050.
MPs Debate as Australia Set for Minimum Wage Increase on July 1
An Australian politician told parliament that continual wage rises under Labor were a sign the nation was in financial distress.
Beijing Includes Australia in Its Free Visa Program
Australians can travel to China for up to 15 days without needing to apply for a visa, in a move announced during Premier Li’s visit to Australia.
State MPs Called on to Apologise After Incident at Pro-Palestine Rally
The two members of Katter’s Australian Party walked up to pro-Palestine protestors in March holding up a sign that read, ‘Condemn Hamas.’
Minister Backflips on Claim That Drones Were Used to Monitor Detainees
Australia’s immigration minister has once again found himself under fire for saying police were watching criminal migrants with drones when they weren’t.
Minister Under Pressure for Hiring Speechwriter for $640,000
A professional speechwriter will be paid around $300,000 a year to assist NDIS Minister Bill Shorten, despite there being an existing communications team.
Questions Raised Around Future of Labor Ministers Following Visa Chaos
More than a year after Labor gave a direction on appealing visa cancellations, some ministers are blaming the department handling them.
Greens’ Move to Recognise Palestinian State Voted Down in Parliament
The motion was voted down 80 votes to five.
Tales From the Hyatt: Where Politics, Luxury, and History Intersect
Whether one is a writer, a spy, a politician, or simply a seeker of life’s indulgences, the Hyatt stands as the unparalleled accommodation choice in Canberra.
Australian Parliament Passes National Digital ID Law
Eighty-seven members voted for, and 56 against the Digital ID Bill 2024.
‘Radical Truth’ Needed: MP Backs Inquiry into Gender Identity Services for Children
The Victorian MP has backed a petition from Bev McArthur calling for an inquiry into gender identity services.
