Larrikin lyrics: MP calls for 'Australian values' verse in national anthem

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Andrew Laming says a new verse should reflect Australians' larrikinism, resilience and sense of reward for effort.

PNG politician critical of Peter Dutton over Manus Island claims was dismissed as MP

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Papua New Guinea MP who called Peter Dutton 'ridiculous' was no longer technically an MP after last week's court ruling.

'Ridiculous': Peter Dutton contradicted for third time over Manus Island brawl explanation

"His comment that he knows more than we do is ridiculous," says local MP Ron Knight.

Bureaucrats struggle with citizenship chaos

The Immigration Department is struggling to cope with a massive influx of inquiries about the government's changes to the citizenship test, with callers turned away or placed in lengthy queues.

PNG officials dispute Dutton's account of Manus Island violence

"That's a total different issue altogether," Manus Province police commander David Yapu said.

Dutton signals room to move on work visas for universities

Universities welcome flexibility over the definition of tough new 'work experience' requirements.

Manus Island gunfire 'sparked by fears over boy'

PNG police unable to confirm Peter Dutton's claim asylum seekers tried to lead a boy into the detention centre.

Turnbull defends 'uniquely Australian' values

Malcolm Turnbull says his revamped citizenship test will give migrants "more time to integrate".

Universities cry foul over axing of 457 visas

Universities left wondering if they can still bring in the big brains they often need from overseas.