by Scott | Feb 24, 2026 | NATIONAL
The Albanese Government announced a $310 million payment for long-lead items from the United Kingdom to manufacture nuclear propulsion systems for Australia’s first two SSN-AUKUS submarines at Osborne, South Australia.
by Scott | Feb 19, 2026 | NATIONAL
Assistant Minister Emma McBride announced the establishment of a new Perinatal Mental Health Centre in Devonport as part of a $39.2 million federal investment to create 20 specialized centres nationwide.
by Scott | Feb 17, 2026 | NATIONAL
The Australian Government confirmed it has approved an average 4.41 per cent increase in private health insurance premiums from 1 April 2026
by Scott | Feb 13, 2026 | NATIONAL
The federal Liberal Party elected former energy minister Angus Taylor as its new leader in a partyroom ballot, defeating incumbent Sussan Ley 34 votes to 17 and ending her nine-month tenure; Victorian senator Jane Hume was elected deputy leader by party members.
by Scott | Feb 11, 2026 | NATIONAL
Australian Defence Vessel ADV Reliant has completed a three-day mission delivering 400,000 litres of fresh water and 15 pallets of humanitarian supplies to Banaba Island, Kiribati. The deployment followed an official request for assistance from the President of...
by Scott | Feb 10, 2026 | NATIONAL
Australian Communications Minister Anika Wells has written to the Classification Board and eSafety Commissioner to review whether Roblox’s PG rating remains appropriate following media reports of child grooming concerns. The review request is part of broader federal...