1 August 2026
Thirty years on, the Coalition have no idea what to do about One Nation - The Spectator Australia
Thirty years on, the Coalition have no idea what to do about One Nation The Spectator Australia
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Policy and decisions shaping everyday life on both sides of the Tasman.
1 August 2026
AI and facial recognition technology considered as Vincent upgrades CCTV Policy for the first time in 16 years
The use of artificial technology, biometric technology and body-worn cameras could play a greater role in community safety under a proposed overhaul of a Perth council’s new CCTV Policy.
Source: 7NEWS AustraliaOriginal source
1 August 2026
Petrol prices on track to top $2 a litre as Bowen sounds death knell for fuel excise relief
Petrol now costs more than $1. 90 a litre in every capital city, with diesel expected to exceed $2. 40 a litre 40 in coming days, after the government’s 16-cent discount ends on Sunday. The 32-cent per litre reduction in fuel excise, introduced in March at the peak of the fuel price spike, was halved to 16 cents in July.
Source: Guardian Australia PoliticsOriginal source
1 August 2026
At least 57 migrants die crossing into Spanish enclave, as thousands voluntarily return
The Spanish government says the vast majority of the more than 50,000 migrants who crossed into Ceuta had returned to Morocco.
Source: SBS NewsOriginal source
1 August 2026
Motorists across Australia brace for petrol price hike as government fuel discount comes to an end
Diesel prices could reach as high as $2. 40 a litre.
Source: 7NEWS FinanceOriginal source
1 August 2026
Queenstown mayor wants ideas on relieving traffic snarls
The network has reached a tipping point, with a drive that once took 10 minutes now taking 90, John Glover says.
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31 July 2026
Call to action: Hunter-led conservation for the win
Hunting and Fishing Minister James Meager has issued a call to action to Kiwis, encouraging people to get behind the mission to control wild goat numbers and help protect New Zealand’s landscapes.
Source: Beehive Government ReleasesOriginal source
31 July 2026
2026 Census scams: How to identify fake letters, emails and texts
Think that call, email or text is from the government? Here's how to spot the key signs of a scam before you respond.
Source: SBS NewsOriginal source
31 July 2026
Labor sounds alarm as One Nation looms over Vic election - The Nightly
Labor sounds alarm as One Nation looms over Vic election The Nightly
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31 July 2026
The One Nation scare Labor used while rolling a premier - The Canberra Times
The One Nation scare Labor used while rolling a premier The Canberra Times
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31 July 2026
AFP finalises investigation over Hanson's 'no good Muslims' comments
The One Nation leader's remarks drew swift backlash from across the political divide, as well as religious and civil groups.
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31 July 2026
Skin cancer treatment expanding into GP clinics
New Zealanders will be able to have suspicious skin spots and moles checked and removed at a local GP clinic, the first stage of a $23 million investment in community healthcare, Health Minister Simeon Brown says.
Source: Beehive Government ReleasesOriginal source
31 July 2026
Pauline Hanson as PM? The maths versus the mirage - smh.com.au
Pauline Hanson as PM? The maths versus the mirage smh. com. au
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31 July 2026
Back to Back Barries podcast: what the Vic spill means for federal politics
Tony Barry and Jon Faine (sitting in for Barrie Cassidy) examine the ousting of Jacinta Allan and the election of Ben Carroll as the new premier of Victoria. What does it mean for November's state election? And while they say anything can happen, Tony’s tummy compass points to a win for opposition leader Jess Wilson. They also discuss the NSW Independent Commission Against Corruption hearings and why a state investigation could stick to the federal Liberal party. And, weeks into the royal commission on antisemitism and social cohesion, they measure the impact of the hearings so far.
Source: Guardian Australia PoliticsOriginal source
31 July 2026
Where is the money coming from? Albanese, Taylor and Hanson don’t want to talk about it – and that’s a problem | Tom McIlroy
As leaders dodged questions about fundraising activities this week, is it any wonder faith in politics is so low? The South Australian premier argued that the fundraising arms race was taking up too much time for politicians, as access to party leaders and frontbenchers was increasingly being sold to cashed-up supporters at every point of the electoral cycle.
Source: Guardian Australia PoliticsOriginal source
31 July 2026
Is One Nation big enough for Barnaby Joyce and Pauline Hanson? Rumours of internal ructions abound
Some National MPs even believe former deputy PM could return, as Hanson’s leadership succession plan does not include the New England MP “This issue is about Barnaby wanting to be the leader of a party,” Littleproud said, implying Joyce saw a better chance of succeeding Pauline Hanson than securing a third stint in charge of the Nationals.
Source: Guardian Australia PoliticsOriginal source
31 July 2026
Is One Nation big enough for Barnaby Joyce and Pauline Hanson? Rumours of internal ructions abound - The Guardian
Is One Nation big enough for Barnaby Joyce and Pauline Hanson? Rumours of internal ructions abound The Guardian
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31 July 2026
The Albanese interview: ‘We don’t want to make Pauline Hanson a martyr’ - The Saturday Paper
The Albanese interview: ‘We don’t want to make Pauline Hanson a martyr’ The Saturday Paper
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