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.
More to do on Medicare and bulk-billing, Labor says
Making it cheaper to see a doctor is expected to feature prominently in Labor's election pitch, with voters due to head to the polls by May at the latest.
Call to “give migraine a break” as new medication heads to the PBS
Migraine Australia has launched a campaign calling for the nation's leaders to "give migraine a break" after a new medication took more than five years to get approval to be listed on the PBS.
Election jobs on offer for the New England
The AEC is putting out a call across the New England for paid workers to help deliver Australia’s next federal election – due by May of 2025.
Barnaby Joyce wants crime in the federal election
Member for New England, Barnaby Joyce, has ratcheted up the rhetoric to a campaign footing already, travelling to the new boundaries of his electorate and talking crime and fear to win some votes.
New medications for cancer delayed until after the election
New cancer medications are among those being delayed by bureaucracy, with a government committee deferring consideration of 45 new medications for the PBS.
Subscription traps, dodgy deals and hidden fees to go
Subscription traps, manipulative sales tactics and hidden fees could be banned under proposed federal laws.
Beer, petrol and student loans: Nats sharpen poll pitch
Relief for Australians struggling with cost of living and cutting red tape for farmers have dominated a policy discussion within a National Party conference.