• Malcolm Turnbull

The Prime Minister defends giving money to a homeless man in Melbourne.

• Abott

He cut his foot and needed stitches, but not before completing his surf and having a cup of coffee.

• Free speech

Reforming section 18c of the Racial Discrimination Act is not going to create a single job, says Malcolm Turnbull.

• Long Tan

The last-minute move to stop Vietnam War commemorations at Long Tan were 'unreasonable and disappointing', says Malcolm Turnbull.

• Federal Politics

Hear what the former Immigration Minister says when pressed on why he opposed the Malaysia 'people swap' solution. Courtesy Sky, ABC News 24.

• The GST

Increasing the rate of the GST or broadening its base may be off the agenda, but the states are brawling over their respective shares. Here's why.

• Unemployment

Unemployment fell to 5.7 per cent in July due to more part-time jobs - the government and opposition differ on whether this is a good thing or not. Courtesy ABC News 24.

• Vietnam War

A late night phone call from Malcolm Turnbull to his Vietnamese counterpart will see limited commemorations proceed to mark the 50th anniversary of the battle of Long Tan. Courtesy ABC News 24.

Only 20 people have been settled in Manus & Save the Children are running a political campaign says Immigration Minister Peter Dutton. Audio ABC Radio.

• Asylum Seekers

Sporting dreams are being put on hold for detainees that are remaining fit for when they leave Manus Island.

• Federal Politics

WA is crying poor with a low share of the GST but as The Age's Economics Editor Peter Martin explains, the State needs to take responsibility for the situation.

• Federal Politics

Malcolm Turnbull has made economic growth and job creation his priorities but says he needs Labor and the crossbench to help achieve his goals.

• Vietnam

The Vietnamese government cancels the long-planned commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the battle of Long Tan at the last moment.

• Federal Politics

Watch how a female protestor gets up on stage within metres of the PM as he gives a speech on the economy. Courtesy ABC News 24, Sky.

'I've never seen anyone who's worth five figures for two hours' work,' says AMA President Dr Michael Gannon. Vision ABC News 24.

Both sides shouldn't deny MPs pairs in the new parliament says Deputy Prime Minister Barnaby Joyce. Vision ABC TV.

Treasurer Scott Morrison welcomes Moody's decision to maintain Australia's credit rating at AAA. Courtesy ABC News 24.

• Federal Politics

The PM is set to reveal what his focus will be during the 45th Parliament. Chief political reporter James Massola has more.

'This chamber is the arena where the battle of ideas and ideals takes place,' says Speaker Tony Smith.

• Federal Politics

Malcolm Turnbull and Barnaby Joyce have sat down with executives from milk giant Murray Goulburn to discuss how struggling dairy farmers can get a better deal. Courtesy ABC News 24, 4 Corners.