Australia’s Opposition Leadership Turmoil Continues

Ley leaves Taylor with a byelection headache

By Michelle Grattan After she was trounced in Friday’s Liberal ballot, Sussan Ley addressed the media with a speech that was gracious in defeat, but came with an
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New Queensland Police Commissioner appointed

Brett Pointing has been appointed as Queensland’s new Police Commissioner. This follows the retirement of Steve Gollschewski. Pointing will take over the role from
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Our brains have to work harder in open plan offices

By Libby Sander Since the pandemic, offices around the world have quietly shrunk. Many organisations don’t need as much floor space or as many desks, given many staff
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Man faces court over missing Egyptian artifacts

The 52-year-old man is scheduled to appear in court today after he was charged in relation to the alleged theft of Egyptian artefacts from The Abbey Place museum in
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Reunion for Charlie’s Angels 50th anniversary

Surviving members of the original cast of the 1970s television series Charlie’s Angels will take part in a rare reunion to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the
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Banks warns that fake job scams are on the rise

Employment scams reported by young Australians more than doubled in 2025, with women being disproportionately targeted. New data released by the Commonwealth Bank (CBA)
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Anaphylaxis nasal spray approved for Australian use

A nasal spray for the emergency treatment of anaphylaxis has been approved for use in Australia, biotechnology company CSL Seqirus announced today. It is the first time
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Hilary Duff tour to kick off in Brisbane

US Entertainer Hilary Duff has announced concerts in Australia as part of her international tour to promote her new album luck…or something. The ticket presale for
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‘Rainbow cloud’ captured in bright blue sky

A rainbow cloud, captured by a photographer in Victoria, has been chosen for the January slot in the 2026 Australian Weather Calendar. Rainbow Clouds occur through cloud
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New funds available for ‘innovative events’

The Queensland Government has announced funding to encourage the creation of more innovative events in the state. The Innovation Events Fund is designed to support
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