Breaking News in Brief The gross national debt has crashed through half a trillion dollars, the deficit is 8 times worse than the 2014 Abbott budget predicted it would be, the 'return to surplus' in 2020/21

The Coalition government has lost 30 Newspolls in a row. The Coalition has lost 30 consecutive Newspolls in a row. In February this year disgraced former Deputy Prime Minister Barnaby Joyce said that “I

Upcoming 30 straight Newspoll loses for the LNP government. Home Affairs Super Minister Peter Dutton stated that “the government had done a remarkable job” after inheriting a large debt and a Senate “near

Into the darkness- A bittersweet love story Chapter 5 The Prince and the Three Challenges. I am a targeted individual. The whole time I have been at the mercy of forces outside of my control and there

NAB board aware of alleged fraud ring for months: commission told The SMH reports that the National Australia Bank board was made aware of an alleged fraud ring operating within the bank in western Sydney

Coalition denies Trump gave Australia tariff exemption in exchange for military support The Guardian reports that the trade minister, Steve Ciobo, has denied that Australia will be forced to join America’s

The mysterious Chinese mining magnate donating to the SA Liberal party. Turnbull's sneaky new way to fund Adani. Get Up reports that explosive new reports show the Turnbull government has concocted a sneaky

Company allowed to keep water for extra year after Darling buyback The Guardian reports that the agribusiness company Webster was allowed to retain 22 gigalitres of water entitlements, purchased by the

Barnaby Joyce storms off during press conference about paternity of his son. News.com.au reports that serial rorter and backbencher Barnaby Joyce reportedly told Nationals officials three months ago he

UN expert ‘astonished’ at the Turnbull Government's anti-democratic slide. The Human Rights Law centre reports that the Turnbull Government’s anti-democratic slide has been criticised at the United Nations

No factual errors found in Alberici tax policy articles on ABC, Senate hears. The Guardian reports that ABC executives have failed repeatedly to identify any factual errors in Emma Alberici’s coverage

February Reachtell poll results. A fresh Reachtell poll came out earlier today February 25th: ALP 37 (+1), Greens 11 (+1), Libs 30 (-1), Nats 3, PHON 7 (-1) ALP 54 (+2) Coalition 46 (-2) If an election

Barnaby Joyce resigns as DPM. In a tumultuous fortnight for the LNP-IPA government after explosive examples of corruption, rorting and a sex scandal, Barnaby Joyce has finally resigned as Deputy PM. On

Australia wins big under revised TPP deal? The Asia Times reports that the revived trade agreement now known as the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) has finally

Whether you celebrate Australia Day or not, please enjoy this post! Tesla’s massive Australia battery rakes in estimated $1 million AUD in a few days. Inhabit reports that the world’s largest battery storage

Barnaby Joyce rejects petrol car sales ban amid Coalition debate on electric vehicles. SMH reports that Transport Minister Barnaby Joyce has quashed the prospect of Australia replicating overseas bans

Bob Katter questions Adani funding. The Townsville Bulletin writes that Federal MP Bob Katter has demanded an explanation from the Townsville City Council for their funding contribution to Adani, questioning

Cory Bernardi's alternative Hottest 100 stunt angers musicians. The Guardian reports that Wednesday’s tussle between Cory Bernardi and one half of Savage Garden took place on the frontline of the culture

Essential Poll results. The first Essential poll for the new year ! Released January 16th ALP 38, Greens 9, Liberals 34, Nationals 3, PHON 6, NXT 3, others/independent 7 Two party preferred: ALP 53 LNP

Law body worried over attack on judiciary as Dutton steps up 'African gangs' rhetoric. The Guardian reports that the Law Institute of Victoria has said it is “extremely concerned” about political attacks