Politics
Top Headlines
‘Disturbing’ figures emerge as Australia’s wealth gap grows
The rich are growing their household wealth much quicker than the nation’s battlers and the gap is set to get worse.
3 min read
Christine was homeless as a teenager. Then she found a new ‘family’
There are 45,000 children and young people in Australia without a safe place to sleep tonight.
4 min read
Tragic end in search for missing snorkeller
1 min read
Police reveal next step after Westfield Bondi Junction massacre
3 min read
Foreign Minister Penny Wong’s mother dead
2 min read
Australia Post announces major changes to deliveries - here’s what it means for you
2 min read
Unemployment rate climbing higher as companies shed jobs
Labour force data reveals 7000 jobs disappeared from the economy in March.
2 min read
‘Disturbing’ figures emerge as Australia’s wealth gap grows
The rich are growing their household wealth much quicker than the nation’s battlers and the gap is set to get worse.
3 min read
Foreign Minister Penny Wong’s mother dead
2 min read
Australia Post announces major changes to deliveries - here’s what it means for you
2 min read
Israel called out for ‘systemic failure' of upholding humanitarian law
2 min read
European Union issues first joint demand for ceasefire in Gaza
‘A ceasefire should have happened a long time ago.’
2 min read
Submarine plans to begin after $5b Australia-UK deal
Australia is one step closer to attaining its nuclear-powered submarines, with preparations underway in the UK.
3 min read
Biden and Trump officially set for election rematch
Both men have won their party nominations to run for president in November.
3 min read
Trump’s biggest rival scores major victory over former president
The win comes as the Republican frontrunners prepare to go head-to-head on Super Tuesday.
2 min read
Police reveal next step after Westfield Bondi Junction massacre
Officers are trying to unravel the murderer’s motives as Australia mourns its worst massacre in recent years.
3 min read
Entire new fleet of ambulances sitting dormant despite demand
The vehicles are ready to be used, but are being held in parking lots. Here’s why.
2 min read
Fears asbestos-tainted material could have spread to Sydney homes
2 min read
Fury over Anzac Day rock concert prompts major change
2 min read
More than one million drivers could have demerit point scrapped
2 min read
ASEAN leaders gather in Melbourne for special summit
The event is being held in Australia for the first time since 2018 and security has been bolstered around the city.
3 min read
Victorian MP slams ‘photoshopped’ Nine News image of her body and outfit: ‘What gives?’
The broadcaster has responded after the politician said an image was edited to ‘enlarge her boobs’ and change her outfit.
2 min read
Cash bonuses of $40,000 offered to fill workforce gap
Up to 800 grants are up for grabs over the next two years.
2 min read
More hubs unveiled to help cut down the elective surgery waitlist
Victoria's health minister says a series of new centres will help the state reach its target of 240,000 elective surgeries annually.
2 min read
Brisbane 2032 Olympics plans slammed as ‘half-baked’
‘Nothing has been done.’
3 min read
Queensland opposition promises big change for youth crime
The state election will be held in October.
2 min read
Take the 7NEWS survey to have your say on the Brisbane 2032 Olympics and Paralympics
1 min read
Premier responds to speculation over bombshell Brisbane Olympics move
1 min read
Shockwaves as voters deliver Miles government a huge blow in by-elections
2 min read
Paramedics told Jennifer to take Panadol. Within 48 hours, she was dead.
A coroner has found the young mum would likely still be alive if not for a series of missteps by those overseeing her treatment.
3 min read
SA Liberal leader clings to reins despite bruising by-election result
Leader says he has the support of his colleagues but has pledged internal changes after a disappointing by-election result.
2 min read
Dead koala footage sparks calls for logging halt
Claims koalas are being killed by logging operations on Kangaroo Island have prompted calls for an immediate halt to protect the marsupials.
3 min read
Stroke patient forced to wait over two hours outside hospital
‘You worry you’re going to leave your children behind, all because nobody is listening.’
3 min read
Major change to abortion rights in one Aussie state
The changes will give residents in that jurisdiction the same rights enjoyed by those living in the rest of the country.
2 min read
‘Kindest soul’: Man allegedly murdered in petrol station attack remembered
Atbin Razavianroudbarden was allegedly struck with a machete while at the 7-Eleven.
2 min read
Australia’s nang capital has been revealed - and it’s cracking down on the deadly bulbs
3 min read
Palmer and McGowan both lose defamation battle, but WA premier had reputation ‘enhanced’
2 min read
Despite a ‘devastating’ US decision, this Aussie state won’t commit to removing abortion ‘hurdles’
2 min read
Aussie jurisdiction to decriminalise ‘small amounts’ of illicit drugs
Those currently caught in possession of illegal drugs face up to two years in jail - but this bill could dramatically change that.
2 min read
Russian embassy package sent for analysis
Police will conduct further analysis on a suspicious package at the Russian embassy in Canberra after a second package was cleared as non-suspicious.
1 min read
Wild scenes as thousands of anti-vaccine mandate protestors swarm Canberra
Crowds of protesters marched on Parliament House on Saturday, shutting down streets around the capital and putting police on high alert.
2 min read
Tent embassy condemns fire that destroyed part of Old Parliament
The protestors’ smoking ceremony, held without consent from the Traditional Owners, spiralled ‘out of hand’.
3 min read
Tasmania vote a lesson for federal Labor and Liberals
With a federal election looming, the major parties are looking to the Apple Isle for lessons with another hung parliament on the cards in Tasmania.
2 min read
Lambie leads thousands in rally against $715m AFL stadium: ‘Stick it up your bum’
Tasmania’s government has hit crisis point after two MPs quit and thousands launched a protest over its ‘monument to stupidity’.
2 min read
Next premier of Tasmania named following Peter Gutwein’s resignation
2 min read
Tasmanian premier quits with 'empty tank'
2 min read
Tasmanian Premier Peter Gutwein quits politics
3 min read
Teary NT chief minister resigns over shares scandal
Natasha Fyles has quit as Northern Territory chief minister after failing to declare a parcel of shares, as Labor looks to a new leader.
2 min read
Shocking footage shows moment ute driver appearing to attempt to mow down pedestrians in Darwin
The ute driver appears to speed down the street, heading directly toward a group of men.
1 min read
New Year’s tragedy as little boy dies after going missing in remote desert community
The boy’s family reported him missing to police after searching for him in the desert for several hours.
1 min read
‘THIS IS DELTA’: NT Chief Minister issues renewed warning despite recording ZERO COVID-19 cases
Michael Gunner has warned the crisis in Robinson River and Katherine, 320km south of Darwin, is not over.
2 min read