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Rishworth Addresses Jobseeker Program Quality Amid For-Profit Provider Concerns

Social Services Minister Amanda Rishworth defends jobseeker program amid concerns over for-profit providers. Government considers automatic scam reimbursements under $3000. eSafety commissioner investigates social media under-16s ban breaches. More political updates.

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Australia’s employment minister Amanda Rishworth spoke on Wednesday at the National Press Club in Canberra to outline plans to change jobseeker.

Ed Husic Urges Labor to Set ‘Red Line’ on Israel’s Actions Including Flotilla Treatment

Labor MP Ed Husic urges Australia to impose a 'red line' on Israel's actions, including sanctions and ending defence cooperation, amid concerns over treatment of flotilla activists and potential genocide in Gaza.

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Amanda Rishworth Announces End to Endless Job Applications for Jobseekers

Employment Minister Amanda Rishworth announces tailored mutual obligations to end endless job applications, amid calls from advocates to overhaul the failing privatised employment services system.

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Amanda Rishworth during question time on Wednesday after outlining the government’s plans to change the mutual obligations requirements for welfare recipients.

Australia's Renewables and Batteries Surge Amid Warning of Investment Slowdown

Australia ranks third globally in battery capacity and renewables supplied 43% of power in 2025, but investment in wind and solar projects has dropped sharply, raising concerns about the energy transition.

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APA workers at the solar and battery project built by APA for BHP in Port Hedland in the Pilbara region of Western Australia

Teal Independents May Form Party; Gaza Flotilla Activists Return Home

Health Minister Mark Butler comments on teal independents possibly forming a party amid political flux. Activists from the Gaza flotilla return home after detention. Senate estimates hearings begin this week.

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The member for Wentworth Allegra Spender is reportedly among a group of independent MPs considering forming a new political party.

Man Dies in Shark Attack off Queensland Coast, Second Fatality in Weeks

A 39-year-old man died after a shark attack off Queensland's coast, marking Australia's second fatal shark incident in two weeks. Authorities are investigating and preparing a coroner's report.

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Getty Images File photo showing a beach and treeline along the Cassowary Coast.

Man Dies in Shark Attack on Great Barrier Reef Near Queensland Coast

A 39-year-old man died after a shark attack while fishing at Kennedy Shoal on the Great Barrier Reef. Emergency services responded midday Sunday, but he died from injuries after being brought ashore near Tully, Queensland.

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Queensland Police Shoot Armed Man; Gunshots Reported Near White House

Queensland police fatally shot an armed man during a domestic violence incident north of Brisbane. Senator David Pocock calls for fair returns on gas exports and future industries. Gunshots were reported near the White House on Saturday evening.

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Police tape at a crime scene. Queensland officers have shot dead an alleged domestic violence perpetrator.

Photographer Charged with Stealing Camera from Bondi Shooting Victim

A photographer was charged with stealing camera equipment from a Bondi shooting victim. Separately, two brothers of shooting hero Ahmed Al Ahmed face charges of threatening and extorting him.

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Supplied: NSW Police/Randwick Rugby A composite image of a man with a blurred face on the left and a smiling man wearing a baseball cap on the right

Penny Wong Condemns Israel Over Treatment of Flotilla Activists; Key National Updates

Penny Wong condemns Israel over treatment of detained flotilla activists. Federal updates include AI extinction risks, diphtheria outbreak funding, tax reform calls, childcare worker protests, and upcoming job data.

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Australian foreign minister Penny Wong has criticised Israel over a ‘shocking’ video of detained activists from the Global Sumud flotilla.

Peter Hollingworth Dies at 91; Sydney Shooting Leaves One Dead, Four Injured

Former governor general Peter Hollingworth has died aged 91. A Sydney shooting in Canley Heights left one dead and four injured. Shadow treasurer Tim Wilson will deliver his budget reply speech today.

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Liberal Senator Criticizes Angus Taylor’s Welfare Restrictions on Migrants

Liberal senator Andrew McLachlan criticizes Angus Taylor’s plan to restrict welfare to citizens, warning it risks dividing communities and alienating migrants amid ongoing debates on immigration and economic policy.

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