After a three-year inquiry, the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide has released its final report ...

The Albanese government has appointed its inaugural First Nations Board for the Arts.

Treasurer Jim Chalmers is looking at new options after the Coalition pulled out of RBA reform talks.

A Defence audit has revealed major failures in securing critical ICT systems against cyber threats.

New legislation has been created to address harmful misinformation and disinformation on digital platforms.

Australia is set to introduce new legislation aimed at doxing and other forms of online harassment.

Google has lost its legal battle with the European Commission over a 2.42 billion euro fine.

The Federal and SA Governments are moving to keep kids off social media.

A mining company has become the first to face industrial manslaughter charges in Queensland.

Anthony Albanese received a cold welcome at the annual parliamentary dinner for the mining industry.

The CFMEU has had its day in court fast-tracked.

Former Prime Minister Julia Gillard has urged the Labor Party to retain its 50 per cent female target for parliamentary candidates.

National Cabinet has agreed to a $4.7 billion plan to tackle the growing crisis of family and gender-based violence.

Bill Shorten says advocacy for robodebt victims will continue after his retirement.

Australia is buying new missiles to boost its long-range strike capability.

A new report has revealed major flaws in South Australia's lobbying regulations.

Australia has launched a digital prospectus to encourage critical minerals investment.

Authorities are outlining pathways to achieve net zero emissions by 2050.

Australia, one of the world’s largest gas exporters, is poised to begin importing natural gas.

RBA Governor Michele Bullock says persistently high inflation continues to strain Australian households.

ASIC has released updated misconduct reporting guidelines for administrators.

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