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First-home buyers back in spotlight in federal election

by AAP3 days agoApril 13, 2025

First-time home buyers have been offered two different pathways to crack the property market as election campaigning reaches a fever pitch.

Australia Votes 2025

PM wins first debate against Dutton amid cynical claims of ‘distractions’

by RK Crosby with AAPApril 9, 2025April 10, 2025

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese emerged as the winner of the first leaders’ debate of the federal election campaign, amid allegations of announcements to distract from Dutton’s performance.

Australia Votes 2025, Mental Health

Labor’s billion-dollar boost opens mental health debate

by AAPApril 8, 2025April 8, 2025

Labor and the coalition are at odds on how best to improve mental health care, with the government pledging $1 billion to increase access to services.

Australia Votes 2025

Spotlight on power bill promises as campaign fires up

by AAPMarch 30, 2025April 1, 2025

Another day focused on energy policy and cost-of-living pressures as politicians brush off protester interruptions and battle to stay on message.

Flood, Local News, Weather

Flooding impacts to persist after record rain

by RK Crosby with AAPMarch 30, 2025April 1, 2025

Minor flood warnings are in place for Gwydir, Peel and Namoi rivers as severe flooding affects Queensland and rain continues.

Australia Votes 2025, Health

Labor angling for Medicare fight on day one of campaign

by AAPMarch 29, 2025March 29, 2025

The federal election has started with a bang with political parties promoting their health and cost-of-living offerings to an electorate feeling the pinch.

Australia Votes 2025

It’s on for May 3

by RK CrosbyMarch 28, 2025March 30, 2025

Australians will cast their ballot on May 3, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese ending months of speculation about the timing of the next federal election.

Australia Votes 2025, National News

Labor lays election groundwork with budget promises

by AAPMarch 25, 2025March 25, 2025

The federal government is expected to lean into its strengths when it delivers funding for Medicare, infrastructure and the cost of living in its budget.