Crossbench kingmakers could hold sway in house divided
Veteran independents including Tony Windsor say a minority government could get more done but caution crossbenchers against trying to set deals in stone with the major parties.
‘Fired up’: how Tamworth ignites Aussie country acts
Singer-songwriter Andrew Swift was once reluctant to use the c-word - country - to describe his sound, but everything changed after an epiphany in Tamworth.
The Wiggles ready to Giddy Up with new album in Tamworth
Warning parents: The Wiggles are coming to town with a catchy new tune, a Big Red Ute and a while lot of fun this Country Music Festival.
Call for states to fire up new gas to avoid shortfall
Federal Labor has been urged to reverse "anti-gas policies" with structural shortfalls forecast from 2027 and Australians still under the pump on energy bills.
‘Alarming’ move by Meta raises misinformation fears
Meta's decision to end its third-party fact checks could put Australian democracy at risk amid an explosion of misinformation and disinformation, leaders warn.
Bendemeer’s Josh Hazelwood vying for selection
Australia are set to face a selection headache for Sri Lanka, with Josh Hazlewood on track to overcome a calf injury and be available for the two-Test series.
New emission standards mean new utes on the market in 2025
Australia's automotive industry will look different in 2025 after a change in laws inspires a long list of electric and plug-in hybrid challengers.
Retiring backbencher gifts a lump of coal for Christmas
A retiring Nationals backbencher known for his staunch opposition of a net-zero carbon emissions target has taken a swipe at his party leader on his way out the door.
One Nation loses last MP in NSW
Pauline Hanson has lost her last voice in the NSW parliament after her remaining MP quit her party over alleged funding issues.
Through dagwood dogs or hot wings, country shows unite
The man behind one of the biggest agricultural fairs in the US is set to visit Australia, sharing wisdom on everything from Pluto pups, to pigs and parking.