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‘We Need to Approach It Sensibly’: Dutton on Trump Tariffs
Trump imposed a 10 percent baseline tariff on trading partners and bigger reciprocal tariffs on China, the European Union, and multiple other nations.
New Zealand Accepts Trump’s 10 Percent Tariff as ‘Balanced’, Farmers Say It’s Still a Blow to Exports
New Zealand politicians have generally responded favourably to this morning’s announcement, though primary producers are less happy.
ACCC Loses Appeal Against Builder and Union, Over $1 Million in Fines Withdrawn
Builders J Hutchinson and the CFMEU were fined after a contract was terminated following a threat from the union but the High Court has quashed the convictions.
Australia Avoids Major Impact from ‘Liberation Day’ Tariffs, but Trump Singles Out Beef Restrictions
Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ announcement will see tariffs applied to about 75 countries globally.
Record-High Rents Persist Despite Slowdown in Price Growth
The affordability ceiling is also becoming increasingly apparent, with unit rents outpacing house rents in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra, and Hobart.
Dutton Says ABC Too City Focused, Questions the Volume of Public Servants Overseeing Education
The opposition leader hinted at what the Coalition would consider if it embarks on major cost-cutting in the government.
‘Tariff on Big Mac’: Nationals Leader Says Trump’s Trade Barriers Will Hurt Farmers
The wide ranging tariffs are expected to be announced April 2.
Dutton Vows to ‘Make Victoria a Safer Place’ in Tough-on-Crime Pitch
The opposition leader has campaigned in Melbourne where crime was a major issue.
Woman Accused of Torturing 4-Year-Old Girl Seeks More Time to Review Medical Evidence
The woman was arrested after they received a tip-off regarding a young girl suffering significant injuries.
Russia Using Cook Islands’ Registry to Mask Its ‘Shadow Fleet,’ New Zealand Says
Emails from NZ’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs reveal concerns about Russia using the Cook Islands’ shipping registry to avoid sanctions.
Greens Demand 1 Percent of Federal Budget Be Devoted to Environmentalism
Under the Greens’ plan, environmental funding would rise to $7.8 billion for 2025/26, with an additional $17 billion over the forward estimates.
Victoria Targets ‘Rotten Culture’ in Construction with New Laws
The new law will create a complaint referral service to investigate misconduct at public construction sites.
Victoria’s Acting Chief Commissioner Rules out Permanent Role
Less than 2 months in, Nugent said he won’t seek the role long-term, saying, ‘Life is short, and I have other passions to pursue.’
The Body Shop Shuts All New Zealand Stores
The retailer had been in voluntary administration since January, but liquidators have confirmed there’s no hope of keeping the business alive.
Labor Lobbies Fair Work for Wage Increases in Cost-of-Living Election Battle
Labor has made a submission to a Fair Work review into wages, aimed at sweetening the vote from low earners.
Labor Promises Over $38 Million for Road Upgrades in Melbourne Ahead of Election
Melbourne’s troubled roads will see $38.5 million in upgrades through a partnership of the federal and state governments.
Hegseth Assures Indo-Pacific Allies, Including Australia, of US Backing
In a brief visit to the region, US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has promised The Trump administration would ’truly prioritise and shift to this region.’
Dutton Pledges to Lower the Home Loan Borrowing Buffer
Michael Sukkar said research shows nearly 40 percent of first-home buyers fail to secure finance due to serviceability buffers.
Prince Andrew, Epstein Accuser Says She Was Hit by a Bus and Has 4 Days to Live
Virginia Roberts Giuffre wrote on Instagram that she has gone into kidney renal failure and has four days to live
Queensland’s Tougher Crime Laws to Cover Another 20 Offences, Including Boasting on Social Media
Young criminals across Queensland have been put on notice, with a broad range of crimes set to attract strict penalties of up to life in prison.
