Covid testing for Chinese travellers introduced after hesitation
After initial hesitation, the Australian Government will introduce pre-departure testing for COVID-19 for people travelling to Australia from China.
Cheaper prescription costs today for millions, but not those who need it most
The maximum cost of a PBS covered prescription will drop today for most people, but for those with a concession card their medication cost is increasing from $6.80 to $7.30 per script.
Calls for national gun register renewed after Wieambilla Siege
National Cabinet will consider a national gun register and other reforms at their first meeting of 2023 following the Wieambilla Siege tragedy.
Covid 19 spike expected while government mulls reintroducing restrictions
The Australian Government is making no change to travel restrictions yet, as a post holiday spike in Covid-19 cases is widely expected across the country.
Joyce blames renewables for power prices
Federal member for New England Barnaby Joyce has again blamed renewable energy for high power prices and contributing to the high cost of living, despite the intensive investments in renewables throughout the New England area.
Albanese pledges support for Voice, Arts at Woodford Folk Festival
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has pledged to bring Australians together in 2023, pledging support for the arts and a referendum on the Voice by December, in a speech outlining his priorities at the Woodford Folk Festival in Moreton Bay.
Changes on the way for extended Disability Employment program
The Disability Employment Services (DES) program has been extended for a further two years with planned changes aimed at improving the quality of outcome for jobseekers with a disability.
More flood support for NSW communities
The Commonwealth and NSW Governments are offering more help to residents displaced by the recent flooding find more secure accommodation with a package of grants and assistance in 17 Local Government areas.
Nationals MP quits party over Indigenous Voice to Parliament
Federal member for Calare, Andrew Gee, has resigned from the Nationals over its opposition to the Indigenous Voice Parliament and will now sit as an independent.
Petition to keep 20 sessions in mental health plan
A new petition has been started to make 20 sessions of counselling through the Better Access program permanent.