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Swelling support for Independent candidates spills over to regional electorates

Across the country, support for the two major parties is declining. This showed itself in the 2022 election with a large number of Independent and Teal candidates winning inner city electorates. This election, support is growing for community Independents in regional electorates all over Australia, setting up tight contests in rural NSW and Western Victoria. …

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Suspended Senator Lidia Thorpe calls for inquiry into racism in Parliament House

It was an intense final session of the year at Parliament House, with many bills passed and deals made amongst parties. Senator Lidia Thorpe again made headlines last week, having been suspended from Parliament following a confrontation with Pauline Hanson. Senator Thorpe says the Senate has punished her for speaking out against racism.   Produced …

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Australia and Allies’ 21-day ceasefire proposal rejected by Netanyahu

Israel’s increasing bombardment of Lebanon has put higher pressure on the Australian government to adhere to international law.  Alongside the United States, France and a few others, Australia has called for an immediate 21-day ceasefire across the border of the two countries.  Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz has rejected the call for a ceasefire, while …

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Aus government urged to do more as local councils lead the way to net zero: national report

Australian councils are taking climate action into their own hands, with a new report showing they are outpacing the federal government in setting ambitious targets.  Released today ahead of the Better Futures Forum, the 2024 Australian Local Government Climate Review reveals that although largely under-resourced, nearly 90% of surveyed councils aim for net-zero emissions by …

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