australian politics
NewsYahoo News AustraliaNSW election: Locals fume over 'arrogant' detail on Sydney street
The 'dangerous' move comes ahead of the NSW state election next week, and it's got people riled up. Find out why.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaAUKUS submarine deal sparks serious nuclear waste question for Australia
While scientists believe Australia has the technology to deal with nuclear waste, they believe there is a bigger problem at play. Find out more.
PoliticsYahoo News AustraliaEx-Greens Indigenous senator Lidia Thorpe scolds ABC host in fiery debate
Tensions boiled over on air on Thursday when Lidia Thorpe slammed Patricia Karvelas for 'setting black women up against one another'.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaMajor China breakthrough for Australia: 'In the near future'
China may soon lift measures it took in retaliation against the then Morrison government. Find out more.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaPlan to lower the Australian voting age – have your say
Greens MP Stephen Bates introduced a private member's bill to lower the voting age to 16. See how the change would be applied and let us know if you agree with the plan.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaTragic reason why hand sanitiser is banned in Alice Springs: 'Risk is too great'
The state and federal governments have been forced to step in amid growing concerns in the town. Find out more.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaThe glaring detail missing from George Pell funeral
Controversial Cardinal George Pell has been farewelled in Sydney amid a backdrop of protests but several key leaders decided not to attend. Find out more.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaAnthony Albanese caught in unguarded viral moment by cameraman
The prime minister was at a Lunar New Year celebration in Melbourne but people can't get over one 'adorable' detail. See what he did.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaBacklash over photo of Anthony Albanese at the Australian Open: 'Our undoing'
The prime minister enjoyed a night at the tennis in Melbourne, but his leisurely visit got some people riled up. Find out why.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaFirst Nations mum calls for end to 'cringey' Australia Day activities
The Indigenous influencer and activist has questioned the 'cringey' behaviour observed on Australia Day. Find out what she has to say.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaAussies lose it over motorist's 'sovereign citizen' licence plate
A home-made number plate has been roasted online. Here's why extremism experts aren't laughing.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaNSW Premier drops shock apology for wearing Nazi uniform at 21st birthday
Dominic Perrottet issued a bombshell apology while speaking to reporters on Thursday afternoon. Watch the moment here.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaDaniel Andrews slaps down George Pell legacy after death: 'Never forget'
The Victoria premier has expressed some strong views in the wake of Cardinal Pell's death and said he will not be offered a state funeral. Find out what he said.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaThe Australian move hailed by China after landmark meeting
Beijing and Canberra have now given the green light for a brighter future between the two countries.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaAustralian animal declared extinct after decades-long search: 'Super sad'
The IUCN has updated its Red List of threatened species, declaring Queensland’s mountain mist frog extinct.
NewsYahoo News Australia'A game-changer': Plan announced to save Australia's koalas from extinction
Environment minister Tanya Plibersek has released the government's long-awaited reforms to protect koalas and other threatened species. Find out more.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaJournalist savages Scott Morrison: 'Boris Johnson without the hair or the humour'
Nikki Savva has made her feelings about the 'petty' former prime minister pretty clear in her new book Bulldozed.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaSurprise detail in Scott Morrison censure: 'Liberals are self destructing'
A former Liberal Party leader has described Scott Morrison as 'the worst PM in our history' following an eventful day in Australia's parliament. Find out more.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaMajor paper calls for 'pig-headed' Scott Morrison to resign as he faces censure
One of the nation's biggest newspapers has delivered a brutal takedown of the 'delusional' former prime minister. Find out what it said.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaScott Morrison's three word response to colleague's fury: 'Lost touch with reality'
A new book has blown the lid off the fury directed at Scott Morrison from his closest colleagues.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaAustralia responds to 'shameful moment' that led to 'global outrage'
Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek has announced reforms after the destruction of Juukan Gorge.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaSunrise shuts down fiery debate on power prices: 'Blow it up'
Barnaby Joyce slammed the federal government's power policy as 'ridiculous' with Tanya Plibersek biting back. Watch what happened.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaSunrise host shuts down bizarre weather claim by Barnaby Joyce
The National MP made the claim on morning TV prompting Sunrise host Natalie Barr to hit back. Watch what happened.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaDylan Alcott erupts over rorts costing $6 billion a year: 'Go and get stuffed'
There are ongoing concerns about the cost of the NDIS to taxpayers, but Australian of the Year Dylan Alcott fiercely defended the scheme. See what he said.
BusinessYahoo News AustraliaStark warning over new mattress recycling rules: 'Put on notice'
There are nearly 2 million mattresses discarded each year in Australia – but a bold new plan aims to change that.
