Politics live as Malcolm Turnbull calls on Cory Bernardi to resign
It's day 2 of the school year, the government thinks it has a childcare and Derryn Hinch is throwing his weight around.
Politics live: Cory Bernardi quits Turnbull government as Parliament returns for the year
Rats in the ranks, defection, intrigue - Parliament is back for the year.
George Christensen breaks the internet as Parliament winds up for the year
It's the last day of the sitting year and Malcolm Turnbull is keen to go out on a high. But first - more protesters.
Late nights confused senator over which Hanson is which
Victory on the construction watchdog industry is in Malcolm Turnbull's sights as the political year staggers towards its end.
Malcolm Turnbull faces Christmas deadline for double dissolution bills
The countdown is on as the Turnbull government tries to complete its legislative agenda before the end of the year.
There's no room at the Coalition ministry's inn for Tony Abbott: Julie Bishop
The last week of the parliamentary year is upon is and everyone is rushing to pack up their things before they go home. The Christmas spirit is in short supply.
Politics live as Malcolm Turnbull ponders a problem like Tony Abbott
How do you solve a problem like Tony Abbott? Malcolm Turnbull ponders this and other mysteries.
Is a One Nation split between Pauline Hanson and Rod Culleton on the cards?
The government continues to be optimistic about its construction industry watchdog legislation but One Nation is proving to be a very distracting side show.
Malcolm Turnbull comes home to guns, Senate success, free-thinking and Rod Culleton
Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull is back from APEC to success on the legislative front but some free-thinking on guns among members of his Coalition.
Malcolm Turnbull says farewell to Obama as Culleton, Day face the High Court
Malcolm Turnbull is wrapping up talks in Lima before heading home to face an unruly Senate and two High Court challenges.
Politics live as government introduces refugee ban to Parliament
The Coalition is introducing its legislation to ban refugees from entering Australia. Labor's Penny Wong will give a speech fighting back against the influence of One Nation. And heads are beginning to swivel towards the US.
One Nation divisions, senate woes and plebiscite showdown
Hello and welcome to a doozy of a day in federal politics. The High Court, same-sex marriage and a One Nation press conference - you couldn't ask for more.
Politics live as Malcolm Turnbull reacts to Bob Day, Rod Culleton, Senate chaos
Hello and welcome to another day in politics. We're waiting to see how Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull reacts to the Senate chaos that has descended on his government.
Bob Day bombshell sends Coalition into disarray
Bob Day has thrown the Coalition into disarray after the bombshell revelation that he may have been invalidly elected.
Politics live as the ABS, IBM, government quizzed about censusfail
It was the census failure that left thousands of Australians bashing their keyboards in frustration, embarrassed the government and cost $30 million. Join us for the blame game.
Politics live with the government in disarray and Senate to debate same-sex marriage
The accusations are flying - again - about the Coalition's political discipline and the Senate will decide the fate of the plebiscite.
Politics live as Labor puts pressure on the government on same-sex marriage
The same-sex marriage legislation is being debated and Labor is putting maximum pressure on the government. The Singaporean PM is also in town.
Politics live as Parliament prepares to debate same-sex marriage
And so it begins. As Parliament prepares to debate the same-sex marriage plebiscite a government MP is throwing caution to the wind.
Politics live with Labor to block same-sex marriage plebiscite
Parliament is entering the final few weeks of the year. The plebiscite looks all but dead in the water and there are some interesting reactions to Donald Trump's latest remarks.
Politics live as same-sex marriage and super haunt Malcolm Turnbull
The Prime Minister is trying to broker a deal - with his own MPs mind you - on superannuation.
Politics live as Malcolm Turnbull marks his first anniversary by introducing same-sex plebiscite legislation
It's a birthday - of sorts - for the Prime Minister who is celebrating not with a cake but legislation to bring about the plebiscite on same-sex marriage.
Politics live as details of same-sex marriage plebiscite revealed
The terms of the same-sex marriage plebiscite will be revealed today. They are sure to further fan the flames of what is already a difficult issue for the Coalition.
Politics live as same-sex marriage plebiscite comes to a head
Welcome to another week in Parliament which brings us first speeches from, among others, Pauline Hanson and Derryn Hinch, myriad machinations on same-sex marriage and the first anniversary of Malcolm Turnbull's prime ministership.
Politics live from Parliament
Legislation, maiden speeches and political battle: MPs are back in Parliament for the final sitting day of the week.
Politics Live: 31 August 2016
Yesterday was all about the pomp and ceremony but today things get real.
Live: The first day of the new Parliament
Welcome to the first day of the new Parliament. It's nearly 17 weeks since Parliament sat. So much has changed.
Shorten's speech to the National Press Club
It's Labor leader Bill Shorten's last major speech of the campaign. Let's hear what he has to say.
Live: Turnbull and Shorten face off
Good evening and welcome to the leaders' debate. Who will come out the winner? Malcom Turnbull or Bill Shorten? Let's find out.
Federal Election 2016 Live: Leaders' Debate between Malcolm Turnbull and Bill Shorten
The first face to face encounter of the campaign between Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull and Labor leader Bill Shorten.