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Wong Accuses McGrath of Weaponizing Antisemitism in Heated Senate Hearing

During a Senate estimates hearing, Foreign Minister Penny Wong accused Coalition Senator James McGrath of weaponizing antisemitism, leading to a shouting match and suspension of the hearing; the exchange centered on Labor's handling of rising antisemitism following the October 7 Hamas attacks and a ...

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Secret Call Reveals Maguire Rehearsed ICAC Testimony

A secretly recorded phone call, discovered during a separate investigation, reveals former NSW Liberal MP Daryl Maguire allegedly rehearsed misleading testimony for the ICAC three days before giving evidence about a property deal, claiming he never expected financial benefit, despite evidence sugges...

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Dutton Accuses Labor of Fast-Tracking Citizenship for Electoral Gain

Peter Dutton accused the Australian Labor government of fast-tracking 12,500 citizenship applications, including 6,000 in Western Sydney, before the federal election to increase voting numbers, a claim denied by Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke who blamed council backlogs; the list of nationalities ...

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WA Independent Targets Media's Gas Links

In Western Australia, independent candidate Kate Hulett is campaigning against Seven West Media's gas industry ties, proposing legislation to prevent gas companies from owning media and launching inquiries into government dealings with gas exporters, fueled by a $50,000 Climate 200 donation.

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Victorian Government Announces 2000-3000 Public Service Job Cuts

The Victorian government announced a review of the public sector that could result in 2000 to 3000 job losses (5-6% of the workforce) by June 30 to save billions, excluding frontline and integrity services.

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Victoria to Cut 2,000-3,000 Public Service Jobs to Reduce Budget Deficit

The Victorian government will cut 2,000โ€“3,000 public service jobs (5โ€“6% of the workforce) to address its budget, following an independent review headed by Helen Silver, with interim and final reports due in April and June respectively; frontline services are excluded.

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Teenager Faces Court After Fatal DUI Crash

A 17-year-old unlicensed teenager in Logan, Australia, allegedly killed a 76-year-old man on a mobility scooter while driving intoxicated on Saturday morning, resulting in multiple serious charges and a court appearance today.

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Whyalla Steel Mill Receives $2.4 Billion Bailout, Green Steel Future Uncertain

The Australian government pledged $2.4 billion to rescue the Whyalla steel mill, with immediate funding of $484 million and a further $1.9 billion dependent on securing a buyer committed to green steel production, presenting both economic and political risks.

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Controversial Level Crossing Removal Plan Sparks Outrage in Melbourne's West

A $369 million plan to remove two level crossings in Melbourne's west by permanently closing Champion Road in Newport is facing strong opposition from residents and Labor MPs, who cite concerns about community division, traffic congestion, and safety issues.

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Australia Pledges $2.4 Billion Whyalla Steel Mill Bailout

The Australian government pledged a $2.4 billion bailout for the failing Whyalla steel mill, owned by Sanjeev Gupta's GFG Alliance, to secure 1100 jobs and transition the plant to green steel production, amidst political debate on renewable energy policies.

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Labor Leader Faces Leadership Spill Amidst Transport Policy Debate

Transport Minister Brent Mickelberg publicly accused the Labor Party of plotting to oust its leader, Steven Miles, amidst parliamentary questioning on transport policies and the Sunshine Coast rail project, prompting accusations of misleading voters and a referral to the ethics committee.

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Rudd's Devonport Fiasco: A Cautionary Tale for Political Campaigns

Kevin Rudd's 2007 campaign suffered a setback when he disrupted a Devonport Senior Citizens Club birthday party, highlighting the risks of unscheduled events during election campaigns, as shown by similar incidents involving other Australian political leaders.

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