Federal Parliament

Human rights laws in Australia are falling behind other Western democracies, Human Rights Watch has said in their latest global report.

Workplace laws in Australia will look a little different from Tuesday, as one public agency is given new investigative powers.

A credit card ban for online gambling will soon be in effect across Australia, following the passing of new laws this week.

What is 1800 RESPECT? The crisis support line will now offer a text message service for those seeking support.

What is the NDIS? An independent review of the disability support system suggested a raft of changes to address persisting problems.

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

Independent MP Dr. Monique Ryan has introduced a bill to Parliament today which would put limits on lobbying activities in federal politics.

Federal MPs will receive a 4% pay rise from Friday, signed off by the Remuneration Tribunal. It’s their biggest wage increase in a decade.

Independent MP Dr Sophie Scamps is seeking to ban junk food advertising on TV, radio, and streaming services between 6am and 9:30pm.

Cheques will be phased out by the Federal Government, who say the payment method is too slow and expensive. Here’s their plan.

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

Is there a Nazi symbol ban in Australia? Laws to ban their public display were tabled this year. A federal ban is now one step closer.

An online safety expert says “hundreds and hundreds” of children are at risk of grooming on Roblox every week. Is Roblox safe?

A Senate Committee will investigate the functioning of support services for ADHD in Australia. Here’s what it’ll be looking at.