Analysis by John Lyons
analysis:Two major stories explain the rise of Labour in the UK: the first is Britons' disillusionment with the Tories
Amid a period of global instability, the apparent Labour landslide shows the UK has lurched to the centre-left while much of Europe is moving to the right. Two major stories are now emerging.
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live:ACCC warns east coast could face gas shortfalls by 2027, ASX lower
The Australian share market is trading lower on Friday, while a report by the ACCC has warned that the eastern states could face a gas shortfall by 2027 — a year earlier than it had previously predicted. Follow live.
Fallout from live sheep export ban continues as door left open on more support for those hit
In an interview with Stateline WA, Agriculture Minister Murray Watt insists the federal government's $107 million transition package is "significant", but says discussions will continue with the state government to determine what is needed.
'Uncivilised, lazy, violent': Arrernte leader says narratives around Aboriginal people in Alice Springs must change
With election day just months away in the Northern Territory, a prominent Indigenous leader is calling on politicians — and the media — to change the narrative around Aboriginal people.
Tasmanian woman directed to stop using own fire bunker, fined $8,000
A Tasmanian artist who built a fire bunker on her property in Tasmania has been fined, for failing to have the permit for its installation.
What issues are on your mind ahead of the Queensland election? We want to know
From the cost of living and transport to housing and the environment, we want to know what's impacting you or your community.
'Mugshots' before they were forced off Country are the only photos of Florence's grandparents
It's this history Florence Onus will share at Queensland's truth-telling inquiry when community sessions begin next month. WARNING: This story contains images of Indigenous people who have died, which have been provided by family for the purpose of truth-telling and healing.
'Something deeply wrong' as market value of Victoria's public housing properties soars
Rent for the vast majority of public housing tenants in Victoria is capped according to income, but advocates say sharp increases in market rents before rebates are applied are causing confusion and concern.
Sri Lanka suffered a catastrophic economic crisis, but is it safe to travel there?
Sri Lanka has been rocked by a series of crises in the past two decades but locals are now urging tourists to return and enjoy its sights.
Government flags massive expansion of Antarctic marine park for 'untouched' Heard and McDonald Islands
The marine park that includes the subantarctic Heard and McDonald Islands is set for a massive expansion, with the federal government planning to protect an extra 300,000 square kilometres of ocean.
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Analysis by Brett Worthington
analysis:Fatima Payman was once hailed as the modern face of the Labor party. Now she's joined the crossbench
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Why enough sewage to fill 180 Olympic-sized swimming pools poured into a Queensland river for three months
The worst sewage spill in Queensland history was caused by corrosion and a local government’s over-reliance on the public and another council to detect leaks, an independent investigation has found.
Artist shares her surprise after her design is picked for new NAIDOC collectible coin
A young Indigenous artist will have her work circulated in wallets around the country to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the National Aboriginal and Islanders Day Observance Committee.
'Little drops make a mighty ocean': How the Labor Party lost Fatima Payman
Fatima Payman's split with Labor happened slowly, then suddenly. Her move has angered former colleagues, but her loss will be felt heavily.
Analysis by Brett Worthington
analysis:Fatima Payman was once hailed as the modern face of the Labor party. Now she's joined the crossbench
Senator Fatima Payman was once held up by colleagues the modern face of both Australia and the party she represented. On Thursday, she joined the crossbench.
Government opens up chequebook to offer water buybacks for Murray-Darling Basin farmers
The federal government will go to tender next month seeking the rights to up to 70 gigalitres of water from farmers in the southern Murray-Darling Basin, through the first major water entitlements buyback program since new laws were introduced last year.
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