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AnalysisThe Guardian WorldJun 91 min read

Tony Abbott backs One Nation preference deal and says Liberals can’t just be a ‘little less woke than Labor’

The Liberals' shift towards One Nation reflects a strategic response to changing voter dynamics and challenges from the Labor government.

Tony Abbott backs preference deals with One Nation
Liberals can't win by being less woke than Labor
Angus Taylor open to cooperation with One Nation

‘Not the deal promised’: Labor’s Ed Husic questions Aukus pact that will deliver secondhand subs

Politics

AnalysisThe Guardian WorldJun 21 min read

‘Not the deal promised’: Labor’s Ed Husic questions Aukus pact that will deliver secondhand subs

The Aukus submarine deal's success is crucial for Australia's defense strategy amid concerns over production delays and reliance on second-hand vessels.

Ed Husic questions the Aukus submarine agreement
Australia to receive three second-hand Virginia-class submarines
Concerns about US submarine production rates

State-sponsored apprenticeships and decriminalising cannabis on the bill at Victoria’s Labor conference

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BreakingThe Guardian WorldMay 221 min read

State-sponsored apprenticeships and decriminalising cannabis on the bill at Victoria’s Labor conference

The announcements at the Labor conference could significantly impact workforce development and social justice in Victoria.

Jacinta Allan to announce hiring of electrical apprentices
First government-owned electricity body since SEC privatisation
Conference to discuss decriminalising cannabis

Labor MPs expect eventual concessions for startups after backlash to CGT changes

Politics

BreakingThe Guardian WorldMay 221 min read

Labor MPs expect eventual concessions for startups after backlash to CGT changes

The outcome of these discussions could significantly impact the startup ecosystem in Australia and its economic growth.

Labor MPs expect capital gains tax concessions for startups
Backlash against budget changes has influenced government discussions
Concerns raised about the impact on startup businesses

Who is Tammy Tyrrell, the former Jacqui Lambie senator who just defected to Labor?

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BreakingThe Guardian WorldMay 141 min read

Who is Tammy Tyrrell, the former Jacqui Lambie senator who just defected to Labor?

Tammy Tyrrell's defection to the Labor Party could influence the political landscape and dynamics within the Australian Senate.

Tammy Tyrrell defected to the Labor Party
She was previously an independent senator
Tyrrell had a falling-out with Jacqui Lambie in 2024

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Tony Abbott backs One Nation preference deal and says Liberals can’t just be a ‘little less woke than Labor’

‘Not the deal promised’: Labor’s Ed Husic questions Aukus pact that will deliver secondhand subs

State-sponsored apprenticeships and decriminalising cannabis on the bill at Victoria’s Labor conference

Labor MPs expect eventual concessions for startups after backlash to CGT changes

Who is Tammy Tyrrell, the former Jacqui Lambie senator who just defected to Labor?