14 h. ago More Hamas officials welcome Albanese’s recognition move, as PM warns against propaganda

Opposition Leader Sussan Ley said the Albanese government had “got it wrong” when it announced a plan to recognise a Palestinian state on Monday.

Events

28 h. ago Warning from Washington: Speak out about Chinese threat or risk AUKUS subs

Policymakers in Washington are getting nervous that the Albanese government is “less vocal about what the problem is” compared with predecessors, experts say.

Events

37 h. ago Hamas welcomes Albanese government's decision to recognise Palestinian state

Terrorist group Hamas has welcomed the federal government's decision to recognise a Palestinian state, claiming it vindicates the October 7 attacks.

Politics

52 h. ago What Albanese must do following his move on Palestinian statehood

The Albanese government joins the push for a two-state solution in the Middle East.

Politics

52 h. ago Move may not tilt events in Gaza, but Palestine recognition a step forward

Australia’s recognition of Palestine is a welcome move by the Albanese government, a move more than mere symbolism.

Events

62 h. ago Former Israeli PM slams ‘lip service’ Palestine call as Labor division mounts

A former Israeli PM has dismissed Australia’s move to recognise Palestine as populist symbolism, but the Albanese government is facing growing calls to impose further sanctions.

Politics

4 d. ago Split in Albanese’s caucus as government moves to kill AI laws

The sprawling technology has become a subject of intense debate within Labor’s inner sanctum.

Politics

6 d. ago Government tipped to use summit to develop housing reform blueprint

The Albanese government is tipped to use the looming economic summit to develop a housing reform blueprint that supercharges modular construction.

Politics

8 d. ago Chalmers needs to show some courage to help save Australian economy

The Albanese government seems to be losing its nerve on the Economic Reform Roundtable.

Politics

8 d. ago Public servants to be banned from free flight upgrades – but business class still a go

The Albanese government has knocked back a plan to force federal bureaucrats to fly economy on short flights, but has agreed to stop them accepting first-class flight upgrades.

Events

8 d. ago Albanese government in the dark over US threat to deport Iranian to Australia

Reza Zavvar has been in the US for 40 years and even received a green card. Now the Trump administration has told him it intends to remove him to Australia.

Politics

9 d. ago ‘Stupid games’: Government keeps cost secret after Japan wins lucrative warships deal

Japanese firm Mitsubishi Heavy Industries beat a German rival to win a contract to supply 11 warships to Australia. But the Albanese government won’t reveal the full cost.

Politics

1 week ago Welcome to Country culture wars a ‘dry gully’, PM tells Garma Festival

Anthony Albanese said the government must repay and build trust with Indigenous Australians, announcing $75 million for Native Title holders.

Events

1 week ago Albanese government claims vindication after dodging Trump tariff increase

Despite earlier threats to hike the “baseline” levy to 15 or 20 per cent, Donald Trump kept many countries including Australia at existing levels.

Politics

2 w. ago Australia recognising Palestine would infuriate Netanyahu – but not the people of Israel

The Albanese government has considered itself a friend of Israel. But Benjamin Netanyahu’s callous mistreatment of Palestinians has gone too far.

Politics

3 w. ago Xi whiz! Australia’s finally maturing as an international player

When it comes to foreign affairs, the Albanese government is still too inert. But there are positive signs of emerging maturity in how this country deals with fickle friends and friendly foes.

Sport

4 w. ago Man who won $600m from Albanese government for PNG rugby league embroiled in corruption scandal

The Australian government’s support was supposed to head off Chinese influence, but the suspect deal would have invited just that.

Politics

last month Albanese, Chalmers and RBA face nasty, brutish fight to save you $60 a year

The Albanese government wants to improve the economy. A proposed ban to card surcharges will be a test of its ability to succeed.

Politics

last month Segal’s report lays a trap for Albanese. How he responds will have profound implications

When the Albanese government appointed a special envoy for antisemitism, it bypassed existing institutions that work against racism. Now it’s reaping what it sowed.

Politics