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Two 'freedom parties' merge as they look to get elected for first time
Neither party has ever had an elected representative.
Aug 17, 2023


Common(wealth) Knowledge #64(20): Greens cannabis bill to rely on intellectual property law
The Greens have introduced a bill to legalise cannabis in the second week of federal parliament's sitting this financial year.
Aug 12, 2023


Is it Pesuttover? Liberals worried about Warrandyte by-election despite holding seat for 35 years
The state by-election in Victoria is being held on August 26.
Aug 11, 2023


False claims about polling spreading online as support for Voice to Parliament continues to slide
New polling from RedBridge Group shows every single state is now in the 'No' camp.
Aug 7, 2023


Common(wealth) Knowledge #62: Andrews government flags local government reform in Victoria
Australia’s federalist system will allow Victoria to limit local governments after IBAC corruption report.
Jul 29, 2023


Craig Kelly defeats AEC challenge over election sign font size
An court has ruled that the font on Craig Kelly’s election signage was small, but not unlawful.
Jul 27, 2023


Victorian Greens seek to amend constitution to prevent thermal coal mining
The hurdles for amending a state constitution make a Greens bill, introduced in May, unlikely to pass.
Jul 23, 2023


Common(wealth) Knowledge #61: Social Security and Equality
New court discussion on the right to social security in Australia.
Jul 23, 2023


Heston Russell disbands his Australian Values Party
As his case against the ABC heads to trial, Heston Russell has disbanded his political party.
Jul 17, 2023


Common(wealth) Knowledge #60: Is the pension age racist?
Aboriginal man Dennis Fisher unsuccessfully challenged the pension age by relying on his shorter life expectancy.
Jul 16, 2023


Movie could be made about 'preference whisperer' Glenn Druery
Druery was most recently involved in preference deals at the 2022 Victorian state election.
Jul 11, 2023


Common(wealth) Knowledge #59: Daryl Maguire and the differences between ICAC and court
Much of ICAC’s investigation into Daryl Maguire may not be admissible in his criminal trial.
Jul 8, 2023


Vietnam censors Barbie over international law dispute
Vietnam has banned Barbie over allegations it includes pro-China propaganda.
Jul 4, 2023


Has an AFL team ever forfeited a game?
A look at the history of footy forfeits amid reports West Coast has had informal talks about pulling out of a WAFL game.
Jul 4, 2023


Common(wealth) Knowledge #58: New Russian Embassy plans cancelled by federal government
The High Court has rejected a Russian challenge to a ban on their new embassy.
Jul 2, 2023


Wagner Group rebellion: Where to watch live rolling coverage of Russian coup attempt
Vladimir Putin has ordered armed forces to neutralise those responsible for 'treason'.
Jun 24, 2023


Common(wealth) Knowledge #57: Proposed NSW anti-protest legislation challenges constitutional rights
The NSW Premier says protesters may be banned from streaming protests.
Jun 24, 2023


Fadden by-election: Could the seat turn from safe LNP to a Labor - or independent - gain?
The by-election is being held as a result of the resignation of LNP MP Stuart Robert.
Jun 23, 2023


Every party's stance on the Voice to Parliament - and those who have split on the issue
The Liberal Party has seen division over its 'No' stance, while nearly all of Labor - current and former - is in support.
Jun 21, 2023


'Lots' of Liberals worried the party will lose Victorian state by-election
Voters will head to the polls in Warrandyte later this year after the resignation of incumbent Ryan Smith.
Jun 18, 2023


Common(wealth) Knowledge #56: Queensland youth justice system examined by High Court
High Court upholds Queensland legislation that treats adult and child guilty verdicts differently.
Jun 17, 2023


EXPLAINED: Anti-Nazi legislation and 'reasonable' racial vilification
Parliament intends to create an objective standard to determine whether a person is a victim of vilification by Nazis or the Islamic State.
Jun 15, 2023


Trump in hot water over claims he kept top secret documents in the shower
Donald Trump is expected to face court over claims he violated US national security.
Jun 13, 2023


Common(wealth) Knowledge #55: Report into Esther Foundation finds $4 million grant 'likely unlawful'
A $4 million grant given to a rehab facility by the Commonwealth government in 2019 likely lacked legal authority.
Jun 10, 2023
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