PM promises stronger ties with Jakarta ‘only the start’
Australia should go further in strengthening ties with Indonesia, the prime minister says, using a visit to Jakarta to push defence links with the Asian power. Anthony Albanese held formal…
British economy grows more quickly than forecast
Britain’s economy unexpectedly grew in March to push up output over the first quarter of 2025 by the most in a year, according to official data that has been welcomed…
Greens announce party leader after Bandt’s shock defeat
Larissa Waters has been appointed to lead the Greens after the minor party lost three seats and its captain at the federal election. The Queensland senator triumphed over South Australian…
Manning Valley mining puts water supply at risk. What’s the scam?
Explorative mining in the Manning Valley not only risks the release of asbestos into the environment, but the NSW Government has also ignored the risk to the valley’s water supply.…
Mortgage relief could be limited as jobs market expands
The Reserve Bank is still expected to cut rates after more signs of surprising resilience in the labour market, but hopes of further mortgage relief have been pared back. The…
PM seeks stronger Indonesia defence links during visit
Anthony Albanese will push for closer defence ties with Indonesia when he holds formal talks in Jakarta with President Prabowo Subianto. The prime minister arrived in the capital on Wednesday…
Stocks drift, dollar wobbles ahead of US data
Stocks struggled for direction on Thursday while the dollar stumbled as the euphoria from market tailwinds earlier in the week fizzled out, with traders looking to US data later in…
Rate cut odds lengthen after surprise employment jump
The chances of a second interest rate cut have been pared back after the economy produced thousands of new jobs, in a further sign of a robust labour market. The…
Early president meeting for Albanese on Indonesia trip
Anthony Albanese has had an early encounter with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto ahead of the pair’s formal talks in Jakarta. The prime minister arrived in Jakarta on Wednesday night for…
Greens to choose leader and reflect on election lessons
It’s not easy being Green after losing several seats and a party leader at the federal election. But those who remain are preparing to choose a replacement and reflect on…