australian politics
NewsYahoo News AustraliaVictoria Premier Daniel Andrews announces shock resignation: What you need to know
Daniel Andrews has led Victoria since 2014. Look back at a snapshot of his time in charge and see what people say about his decision to resign.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaRupert Murdoch steps down as Fox and News Corp chairman: What you need to know
Controversial media figure Rupert Murdoch has told staff he is resigning as News Corp chairman. Here's what you need to know about the legacy he leaves and who takes over his empire.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaAussie MPs back push to make New Zealand an Australian state
Could the trans-Tasman rivals become one? Here's why some are pushing for the change.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaVoice referendum date announced: What you need to know
Anthony Albanese has announced the date of the Indigenous Voice referendum. Find out the latest.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaTiny detail during Anthony Albanese's press conference slammed as 'inappropriate'
It's not the first time an Australian Prime Minister has drawn controversy over a decision like this. Find out more.
NewsYahoo News Australia'Confusion' over Voice ballot paper rule: What you need to know
There's confusion over what will count as a legitimate vote in the upcoming Voice referendum. Here's what you need to know.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaCalls for Labor minister Tara Moriarty to be replaced over 'juvenile' Instagram post
Exclusive: A now-deleted Instagram post sharing a cartoon of a shark tearing apart a man has led to the minister being criticised by the Liberals, Greens and Animal Justice Party.
LifestyleYahoo News AustraliaAlbanese's lunchtime photo riles Aussies amid cost of living crisis
Some say the PM's simply 'keeping it real' - others are not so sure.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaSydney council proposes huge change for all new homes and buildings
The move could make life a lot cheaper for residents and reduce's the city's carbon emissions.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaShock twist for Queensland outback town that was set to be demolished
The town of more than 300 homes was due to be completely bulldozed after its mine ceased operations.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaThe Voice: The four big events that have got Australia talking
There are almost 100,000 engagements about the Voice each day and interest is surging. See what everyone is talking about.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaShocking reason beloved Perth family 'ordered to leave' Australia
The 'deeply stressed' and 'hurt' family have been given just days to leave the country despite being here for almost a decade.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaInjured man forced to wait 19 hours on emergency room floor at Sydney hospital
The 57-year-old was made to sleep on the cold waiting room floor, and it's a problem hospitals across the country are facing. Find out more.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaHuge payout for thousands of residents in Melbourne towers Covid lockdown
Residents in the Melbourne towers will receive about $2200 each for the two-week Covid lockdown three years ago. Find out more.
NewsYahoo News Australia'David and Goliath' fight to stop toxic dump on Barngarla country ends in celebration
Barngarla representatives spoke with Yahoo News after their historic win in the Federal Court. Find out more.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaAussie families fight to stop developer seizing their land: 'Destroys the serenity'
Like in the movie The Castle, families fear their 'serenity' will be stolen by a plan to divert a major road through their properties. Hear their stories.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaScott Morrison 'faces expulsion' from party, growing calls to leave Parliament
The former prime minister continues to dig his heels in as calls for his resignation intensify.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaCan koalas survive Queensland's housing crisis?
Experts are concerned the measures designed to protect koalas may not be enough. Find out why.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaAlbo's 'game-changing' move to join Climate Club – but what will it mean for Australia?
The decision will see Australia working with other leading nations to develop future technologies.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaMinister urged to stop cultural site being 'desecrated' for housing project
Traditional owners are working to stop a government-owned business destroying a key site in Darwin.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaMajor Australian newspaper called out for 'grotesque' cartoon
Politicians have slammed the 'racist' full-page advertisement printed in Thursday's newspaper.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaDuck hunt ban will trigger mass walk out, union warns: 'It will happen'
Find out why unions are threatening to walk off the job in Victoria if the state bans duck hunting.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaHidden Adani mine photos revealed to public by senator's bold act
Senator David Pocock used parliamentary privilege to make the claims, but Adani has hit back.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaMayor apologises after saying protected animals need to be shot
Flying foxes are a controversial species as they can disrupt suburban life, but was a call to shoot them a step too far?
NewsYahoo News AustraliaMen with 1950s attitudes are the real relic of sexism, not school hours
Liberal MP Jordan Lane is missing the big picture with his proposal to extend "sexist" school hours, writes Toni Moon.
