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NSW police are trying to stop planned protests in Sydney to mark a year since October 7
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NSW Police have made a legal bid to stop planned protests

NSW police are trying to stop planned protests in Sydney to mark a year since October 7, making a legal appeal in the Supreme Court.

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The PM has been caught on a hot mic with a US official to “go us halvies”

There is speculation that this conversation between Albanese and Campbell could raise concerns with China.

The Federal Liberal Party division has launched a takeover of its NSW arm.
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Peter Dutton calls on Govt to ban visas for those leaving Gaza

Peter Dutton has called for Palestinians leaving Gaza to have their visas rejected, with government figures showing most have been refused.

Childcare educators are getting a 15% pay rise under the Government's cash splash for the sector.
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Early childhood educators will get a 15% pay rise over two years

Childcare educators are getting a 15% pay rise under the Government’s cash splash for the sector dominated by women.

The Prime Minister has been accused of breaking an election promise to establish a First Nations truth-telling and treaty body — the Makarrata Commission.
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Albanese accused of walking back Makarrata commitment

Establishing Makarrata is part of the Uluru Statement from the Heart, alongside the Voice to Parliament and Treaty.

Is Rex going out of business?
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Is Rex going out of business?

Growing speculation that Regional Express (Rex) will collapse has triggered the question: is Rex going out of business?

CFMEU investigated for criminal links.
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The criminal allegations against the CFMEU, explained

One of Australia’s largest unions, the CFMEU, is facing multiple investigations after the Nine Network alleged criminal gang infilitration.

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Albanese criticised for NATO absence

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is absent from this week’s NATO summit in Washington, D.C., choosing to focus on local matters instead.

Anthony Albanese has appointed a Special Envoy on Antisemitism.
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Australia now has a ‘Special Envoy to Combat Antisemitism’

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has appointed a Special Envoy on Antisemitism in response to fraying social cohesion since 7 October.

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Laundering crackdown on the horizon

A money laundering crackdown has been announced by Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus, with legislation expected to be tabled shortly.

The Government has introduced its "Future Made in Australia" legislation.
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Unpacking the tax changes starting today

New tax cuts were added for every Australian taxpayer on Monday, under the Federal Government’s revised Stage 3 plan.

Will Senator Fatima Payman be expelled from the Labor Party?
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Will Senator Fatima Payman be expelled from the Labor Party?

Senator Fatima Payman became the first member of a Labor Government to vote against the party line since 1988.

Who is Jeremiah Manele?
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Albanese meets with Solomon Islands PM

Who is Jeremiah Manele? Prime Minister Anthony Albanese meet his Solomon Islands counterpart in Canberra on Wednesday.

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China’s Premier visits Australia, the first time in seven years

China’s Premier will attend talks with businesses and Government officials during a visit to Australia’s Parliament House.

Australia's major parties are warring over 2030 climate targets.
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Political leaders are debating Australia’s 2030 climate target

Debate has sparked over Australia’s 2030 climate target, as the Opposition Leader says 43% emissions reduction isn’t achievable.

The Government plans to introduce harsher penalties for hate speech in draft laws.
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The Government is set to introduce harsher hate speech laws

The Government plans to introduce harsher penalties for hate speech, as it drafts laws amid a rise of antisemitism and Islamophobia.

Papua New Guinea is hoping to become the 18th team in the NRL competition, as talks between the league and government look towards a deal.
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Is Papua New Guinea joining the NRL?

Papua New Guinea is hoping to become the 18th team in the NRL competition, as talks between the league and government look towards a deal.

Young people will get some energy, rent, and income support help from the Federal Government's 2024 Budget.
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What’s in the budget for young people?

Young people will get some energy, rent, and income support help from the Federal Government’s 2024 Budget.

The Federal Government has announced the first back-to-back surplus in almost 20 years, as it delivered the Final Budget Outcome for 2023–24. The surplus was $15.8 billion.
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Everything you need to know about the 2024 Federal Budget

The Government, led by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, has two big decisions to make: what to spend money on, and where to get that money from.

HECs debts are due to soar by 4.8% unless the Government changes the way the debts are calculated.
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HECS indexation 2024: student debt could rise 4.8% in June

HECs debt could increase 4.8% based on the way it is currently calculated, unless the Federal Government changes indexation methods.

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Here’s what we know about the second WA boat arrival this year

A second boat has arrived in remote WA this year carrying suspected asylum seekers, which has set off a political brawl.

Australia's new Governor-General Samantha Mostyn, in a formal portrait.
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Samantha Mostyn will be Australia’s new Governor-General

Today, PM Albanese announced lawyer and businesswoman Samantha Mostyn will replace David Hurley as Australia’s new Governor-General from July.

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What we know about a boat arrival of asylum seekers in Western Australia

A boat that arrived in Western Australia on Friday has sparked a new political furore between Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton.

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Closing the Gap update: four targets going backwards

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton said there had been a “collective effort across [political parties], across administrations, across levels of government,” to close the gap.

The Labor Government's changes to the stage 3 tax cuts will pass through Parliament
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Labor’s tax cuts will pass Parliament

The Coalition will support Labor’s changes to the stage 3 tax cuts, allowing the re-worked tax relief to pass through Parliament.

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Right to disconnect should be law, Senate Committee says

The right to disconnect from work during personal time would be protected under law, according to a recommendation by a Senate Committee.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced changes to the 'Stage 3' tax cuts
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Stage 3 tax cuts are changing. Here’s how and why

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced sweeping changes to the ‘Stage 3’ tax cuts, including giving more relief to low income earners.

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Labor MPs called back early to discuss cost of living

The Prime Minister has called Labor MPs back to Canberra from their summer break early for urgent cost of living talks.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has confirmed the stage 3 tax cuts will go ahead.
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What are the stage 3 tax cuts?

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has confirmed planned stage 3 tax cuts will take effect from July after months of pressure.

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Albanese delivers thalidomide apology

What is thalidomide? Prime Minister Anthony Albanese delivered an apology to survivors of the drug in Parliament today.

Who is Michael Pezzullo?
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Pezzullo sacked as Home Affairs boss

Who is Michael Pezzullo? Claims of political interference were levelled at the Home Affairs boss earlier this year. He’s now been sacked.

What did Albanese do in China
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Albanese concludes historic China visit

What did Albanese do in China? The Australian PM will leave on Tuesday following high-level talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping.

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Anthony Albanese is in China in the first PM visit for seven years

Anthony Albanese is in China to meet President Xi Jinping, in the first visit by an Australian Prime Minister for seven years.

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Could Congress chaos sink Australia’s AUKUS deal?

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is in the U.S. this week. Lobbying Congress to pass AUKUS laws top of his agenda. 

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Why is Anthony Albanese in the U.S. this week?

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will meet with U.S. President Joe Biden during a four-day visit to Washington D.C. this week.

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Australia’s COVID response to face official inquiry

The independent COVID inquiry will look at several areas of the Federal Government’s response to the pandemic. Here’s the details

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Backlash continues over decision to block Qatar flights

What was the Qatar Airways decision? The Government is facing sustained backlash over their call to block more flights into Australia.

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Does Albanese want the housing bill to fail?

The Government has reintroduced its housing bill to Parliament this week. It’s previously faced opposition from both the Liberals, Greens and some Independents, and if it fails again, it could lead to something called a double dissolution. In today’s deep dive, TDA journalist Tom Crowley explains what the Bill is, what’s standing in its way, and why the government could potentially want it to fail.

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More than football

It’s time! The FIFA Women’s World Cup starts today and we are super excited. This event is going to be the most attended women’s sporting event in history. Off the field, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has said to TDA he thinks the Premiers will race to declare a public holiday if the Matildas win. In the deep dive we’ll explain what it will take for the Matildas to win, and whether they will be paid equally if they do.

Should gambling ads be banned
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Should gambling ads be banned during sports games? Draft laws are on the table

Should gambling ads be banned? One Independent thinks so, and she’s got the backing of other parts of the crossbench. Here are the details

What is a coronation
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The King’s Coronation will take place on Saturday – here’s what will happen

What is a coronation? King Charles III will be the subject of one on Saturday, with over 2,200 guests in tow to watch it happen. Here’s why.

TDA interview with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese
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TDA sits down with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese

Workplace laws
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The Federal Government has passed changes to workplace laws

The Government has passed changes to wages laws through the Senate.

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The G20 summit will begin this week

Leaders from the world’s leading and emerging economies will meet in Bali for the Group of Twenty’s (G20) annual Summit.

Interview with Labor Leader Anthony Albanese
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Interview with Labor Leader Anthony Albanese

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