Abbott 'yearns for justice' over MH17 attack

The former PM has talked about the atrocity that brought the darkest and most difficult days of his leadership.

Turnbull calls for calm in Turkey

Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull has called for calm and restraint in Turkey after an attempted coup that experts warn could distract from the fight against Islamic State terrorists.

Bishop seeks answers on Turkey

Australians in Turkey are being warned to stay indoors amid the chaos and confusion of an attempted military coup.

Abbott warns of 'incredibly creative' terrorists

Tony Abbott says he was advised that Australian homegrown terrorists were exploring creative ways to launch attacks.

Pauline Hanson's $1.2 million payday

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Pauline Hanson's One Nation party is on track to get almost $1.2 million in electoral funding from taxpayers.

Stop pollies from lying: Xenophon

Australians overwhelming want truth in political advertising laws as part of a crackdown on false and misleading scare campaigns.

Coalition takes lead in two more seats

The Coalition has taken the lead in two cliffhanger seats, boosting its chances of majority government.

Shroud of secrecy over perks document

Just how hard did our federal politicians fight to keep their generous parliamentary perks? We may never know for sure.

Crossbenchers slam Coalition negotiators

Crossbenchers past and present believe Bill Shorten is a more skilful negotiator than Malcolm Turnbull.