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Common(wealth) Knowledge #122: High Court ruling is end of the road for Ben Roberts-Smith
The High Court has refused Ben Robert-Smith’s application for special leave to appeal
Sep 7
Emma Lovell's teen killer has sentence reduced, husband breaks silence
The Queensland Court of Appeal has granted a significant reduction to a convicted teen killer, after murdering 41-year-old mother Emma...
Aug 15
Giants punish undermanned Dons in Thursday night clash
It was a comfortable victory for GWS at Marvel Stadium. GWS has recorded an important win over Essendon as the Giants continue to cement...
Jul 18
West Indies cricket in spotlight after Aussie demolition
It took just 14.3 overs for Australia to claim victory in the third Test. Cricket in the West Indies continues to be in the spotlight...
Jul 16
Wrexham dominate Victory to start Down Under tour
The Welsh side won 3-0 in Melbourne. Wrexham AFC have claimed a dominant 3-0 win over Melbourne Victory in the first of three local...
Jul 11
Common(wealth) Knowledge #120: Eleventh-hour Pesutto loan prevents Hawthorn by-election
A rarely-seen bankruptcy clause nearly cost John Pesutto his seat, but it isn't the only form of disqualification.
Jun 22
Common(wealth) Knowledge #119: UAP absence from ballot paper 'own fault,' High Court rules
The High Court has prevented parties from using voluntary deregistration as a loophole to avoid accountability.
May 27
Common(wealth) Knowledge #118: UN experts pressure Queensland to repeal 'adult crime, adult crime' laws
Report from UN experts demonstrates difficulties in human rights enforceability in Australia.
May 24
New South Wales Young Greens endorse Mehreen Faruqi for leader
EXCLUSIVE: The NSW Greens' youth wing have made their position clear, but it's still unknown if Faruqi will contest the leadership.
May 13
Victorian Socialists to expand into every state and territory
EXCLUSIVE: Seven years after it was launched, the party is growing Australia-wide.
May 13
6 News' top 6 party name antics
From the High Court to the dictionary, Leo Puglisi and Stuart Jeffery rank 6 News’ top 6 political party name shenanigans.
May 11
Meet the 'maroon' Independent vowing for Dutton's seat as new polling shows he's in trouble | 6 News
Meet the 'maroon' Independent vowing for Dutton's seat as new polling shows he's in trouble. Independent candidate for Dickson Ellie...
May 2
Common(wealth) Knowledge #117: Environmental protests and political expression
6 Coffs Harbour women arrested over a protest against the NSW Forestry Corporation on its office roof.
Apr 29
Great Australian Party candidate quits over 'undermining of campaign'
William Bay is the latest federal election candidate to split from their party.
Apr 24
Minor parties hit with how-to-vote card controversies in first week of pre-polling
Trumpet of Patriots and Fusion have both faced public scrutiny over preference recommendations.
Apr 23
Trumpet of Patriots candidate withdraws after teal independent placed second how-to-vote card
Flinders candidate Jason Smart has now told voters to "put me last".
Apr 21
Trumpet of Patriots ghosts One Nation with Labor second on some how-to-vote cards
The Clive Palmer-chaired party says it wants to "shake up the status".
Apr 19
Minor parties join forces to form 'non-ideological' election alliance
Fusion, Democracy First and the Australian Progressives have formed an alliance ahead of the federal election.
Apr 17
Lyle Shelton responds after Family First candidate disendorsed over social media posts
EXCLUSIVE: The Family First leader has spoken to 6 News after Longman candidate Malachi Brogden Hearne was dumped.
Apr 15
Rebekha Sharkie 'open to talking to both sides' in hung parliament
The crossbencher has told 6 News she wants to see a stable government post-election.
Apr 15
Family First candidate disendorsed over social media posts
Longman candidate Malachi Brogden Hearne will still appear on the ballot as a Family First candidate. The Family First Party has...
Apr 14
6 News to host debate for New South Wales Senate candidates
It's the fourth debate held so far during the federal election campaign. Four key candidates running for the Senate in New South Wales...
Apr 13
AIHL announces media partnership with 6 News
Ice hockey will be covered every week on Sportswatch. 6 News Australia is proud to announce a formal media partnership with the...
Apr 12
Common(wealth) Knowledge #116: High Court, Green Cards and Due Process
Lessons for the US government on due process from Australia.
Apr 6
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