The PM spruiks so-called green metals with Twiggy Forrest in China, the US asks questions about Australia’s willingness to defend Taiwan. Plus, who is actually running the $48 billion NDIS scheme? 

The government’s special envoy releases her plan to combat antisemitism, why does childcare training prioritise gender identity over safety? Plus, Brad Battin on the Opposition’s plans to restore order to Victoria.

New data shows Chris Bowen’s climate targets are slipping away, the Reserve Bank hands down a surprise rates decision. Plus, Tony Abbott discusses his visit to the Melbourne synagogue which was firebombed.

Premier Jacinta Allan visits East Melbourne synagogue days after antisemitic attack, several rate cuts expected after this week’s RBA meeting. Plus, China pushes to include AI in broader trade relationship with Australia.

As fresh allegations of abuse emerge in childcare centres, some ask if banning men is the answer, Albanese’s public service workforce grows in Labor’s push for productivity. Plus, Victoria’s property sector hits lowest confidence levels in the nation.

Yoorrook Justice Commission calls for cash payments land and education reforms, Senior public servants handed pay rises to lead Albanese’s growing bureaucracy. Plus, Donald Trump threatens to deport Elon Musk as their feud flares up again.

Coastal erosion in New South Wales triggers evacuation orders, Muslim preacher Wissam Haddad found to have breached racial discrimination laws. Plus, Paul Keating casts shadow over Labor’s stalled super gains tax plan.

Mushroom trial jury begins deliberations, Donald Trump’s tariffs pause set to end, Albanese yet to secure Trump meeting. Plus, government to spend $10b on new warships.

A council worker who objected to an acknowledgement of country wins his unfair dismissal case, and the Trump leans into the ‘Daddy Trump’ label. Plus, the Albanese government faces growing pressure to boost defence spending. 

Donald Trump discusses the successful strikes on Iran at the NATO Summit, Sussan Ley effectively apologises for the Coalition’s catastrophic election loss.   

Israel accuses Iran of violating the ceasefire, and the PM’s cynical move to cut the opposition's staffing. Plus, the Victorian government’s embarrassing backflip on gas.

Donald Trump floats the idea of an Iranian regime change, and the PM faces criticism for his delayed response to the strikes on Iran. Plus, an expert breaks down America’s historic Operation Midnight Hammer.

The PM's astronomical travel bill revealed, the MAGA movement fractures over the conflict in the Middle East. Plus, a stark energy warning is issued for Victoria.

Northern Beaches locals outraged as council lifts rates by 25 per cent during Gaza debate, Federal government plans new power price rules to ease household costs. Plus, nearly 7000 businesses go under as closures surge across industries.

The PM is snubbed as Donald Trump departs the G7 early, speculation the US could become directly involved in the Middle East conflict. Plus, what role are factions playing in the federal intervention into the NSW Liberal Party?

The conflict in the Middle East escalates as Israel and Iran trade blows, the PM locks in a face-to-face meeting with Donald Trump. Plus, NSW Nationals vote to drop their net zero policy. 

The PM is spotted having a long lunch with Dan Andrews, and the corruption watchdog clears Brittany Higgins’ $2.4m payout. Plus, should we be worried about the Pentagon's review of the AUKUS agreement. 

John Pesutto rejects Moira Deeming’s generous offer to save him from bankruptcy, and the double standards on display over the riots in Los Angeles. Plus, have politicians including the PM actually earned their upcoming pay rises?

Major nuclear energy news out of the UK as the Albanese government's green agenda faces another setback, the PM delivers a lacklustre National Press Club address. Plus, the worrying rise of hate preachers in Australia.

Labor faces backlash over revoked visa for Israeli-American speaker, AUKUS upgrades could stall under new penguin protection rules. Plus, a King’s Birthday Honour recipient from Peta’s hometown of Wycheproof joins the program.