australian politics
NewsYahoo News AustraliaTwo more Aussie species added to extinction threat list
Two more native Australian species have been added to the ever-growing list of animals threatened with extinction. Read more.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaGrace Tame blasts parliament's 'elitist toffs' over lack of inclusion
The former Australian of the Year has launched a scathing attack on the major parties in the wake of parliament's first sitting week. Find out what she said.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaMP's 'state of undress' sparks outrage in Parliament
New Greens MP Max Chandler-Mather became the target for an LNP MP who took issue with his choice of attire in parliament on Wednesday. Find out what happened.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaAustralian government gains support for new climate bill – what it means
The Albanese Government and the Greens have struck a climate deal. Here's everything you need to know.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaSenator labels the Queen a 'coloniser' in Parliament outburst
Lidia Thorpe was forced to redo her oath of allegiance following the act of defiance on the floor of the Senate.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaStephen Bates breaks down in first speech to Parliament: 'This is harder than I thought'
"I spent years hiding myself," the 29-year-old Greens MP said, struggling to hold back the tears.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaPauline Hanson storms out of Senate over Indigenous recognition: 'I will never'
On day two of the new Parliament a fellow senator lamented that 'racism has reared its ugly head'.
NewsYahoo News Australia'Disrespectful' detail in first parliament sitting sparks uproar
Eagle-eyed viewers spotted the 'glaring' contrast in parliament, taking to social media to voice their disgust. Read more.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaHow an owl stalled a proposed Chinese toxic waste dump in Tasmania
The Federal Court has ruled on the approval of MMG's waste facility in the Tarkine rainforest, with the habitat of a rare owl a key issue.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaScott Morrison under fire for ditching parliament for overseas gig
With the new Parliament sitting for the first time today, the former prime minister won't be anywhere in sight.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaKaren Andrews defends 'disgraceful' election day stunt after boat report
The former Morrison government minister said the unusual request to the head of Sovereign Borders on election day was 'lawful'.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaHeartbreaking moment koala flees home as developers move in
Watch video of a koala in Port Macquarie looking for a new home after developers began clearing around his tree.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaPM appalled as Scott Morrison spreads 'conspiracy theory' at church
Anthony Albanese said he was astonished by Scott Morrison's wild claims. See the PM's reaction.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaScott Morrison warns of 'Satan's plan' in speech at controversial church
Scott Morrison insists God still has a plan for him while urging people not to put their faith in 'fallible' governments.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaAnthony Albanese's 13-word response to China's four demands
The PM hit back at China's demands made by Foreign Affairs Minister Wang Yi. Find out what was said.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaFresh twist after $25 million Aboriginal flag furore
The exorbitant cost caused uproar across NSW, but the state government now has a quick fix to the problem. Find out more.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaPeter Dutton's awkward move as Albanese's overseas trip questioned
Members of the coalition criticised the Prime Minister for his overseas trip – while their own leader was also out of the country. Read more.
NewsYahoo News Australia'WHERE'S ALBO?' Aussies question PM's absence during flooding disaster
The prime minister has been accused of 'big noting himself overseas' instead of being on the ground for the NSW flood emergency. Find out why.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaTanya Plibersek's 'first big test' could be saving this endangered species habitat
One hundred of the remaining 2500 Gouldian finches are roosting at a site in Darwin that Defence Housing Australia plans to bulldoze.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaAwkward moment world leader appears to forget Albanese's name
The Canadian prime minister has been left stuttering after appearing to forget his Aussie counterpart's name. Find out what happened.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaSA premier's press conference interrupted by wild arrest
A man has allegedly punched a member of the premier's security team during a press conference. Find out what happened.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaDebate over missing detail at Greens leader's press conference: 'Un-Australian'
The leader of the Australian Greens copped backlash after having the Australian flag removed before a press conference.
BusinessYahoo News Australia$25 million detail in Sydney Harbour Bridge plan: 'I'll go to Bunnings myself’
The NSW Premier admits the $25m price tag to add a third flagpole to the Sydney Harbour Bridge seems excessive. Find out more.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaThe two key reasons why Scott Morrison was pummelled in the election
New research shows the key voting blocks who turned their back on the Morrison government at the May election.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaCafe owner breaks down on national television: 'Cannot survive'
The Aussie business owner said his cafe might not survive what comes next. Find out why.
