Love won. Now for the war

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It was a far more resounding result than any political party achieves to govern, and represents a strong mandate.

Love her or hate her, Jacqui Lambie had what other politicians are always trying to fake

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It wasn't always pretty, but Jacqui Lambie had what politicians are always trying to fake: authenticity.

Conservative forces push to frustrate same-sex marriage legislation

"While it would be desirable to have the matter resolved by Christmas, it is an artificial deadline in relation to this matter."

Turnbull slams 'national witch-hunt' as Shorten offers peace deal on citizenship

Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull has slammed the door shut on a citizenship audit of all federal MPs, but Labor has responded by calling for the major parties to work together and end the citizenship crisis.

His family stung by dual citizenship claims, Josh Frydenberg comes out fighting

Energy and Environment Minister Josh Frydenberg has completely rejected reports he could have inherited Hungarian citizenship from his mother, saying she is "upset because it raises a dark chapter in our family's lives".

Goodbye Malcolm Roberts, you showed us how crazy the Senate can be

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Roberts denied that this showed he knew there were doubts over his citizenship status, but then Roberts has denied a lot of things.

Will the government's new energy policy finally silence Tony Abbott?

Will Malcolm Turnbull finally be able to gulp some clear air and convince voters he is worthy of re-election?

Can this wannabe tennis pro turned politician ace Australia's energy crisis?

Josh Frydenberg makes no secret of his ambition to one day be prime minister. But first he has to survive the tumultuous energy and environment portfolio.

Meet the NEG: Turnbull's new climate and energy policy

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If you're trying to convince the public that your shiny new energy and climate policy has not in any way been dictated by Tony Abbott - maybe don't call it NEG.