Politics
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Yes campaign groups received millions more in donations than No side for Voice referendum
The electoral commission has released figures detailing the sums received and expended by political parties and lobby groups involved in last year’s referendum campaign.
- by Paul Sakkal
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Badly behaved politicians face docked pay, suspension under proposed new code
Politicians who breach parliamentary workplace standards could be fined up to $10,853, according to a leaked draft of new laws.
- by Olivia Ireland
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The steps being taken to get better treatment for Australia’s autistic people
Australia has its first assistant minister for autism and is crafting its first national autism strategy. How the rest of society steps up will be crucial.
- by Natassia Chrysanthos
Albanese government under fire over ‘disturbing practice’ of secrecy
Critics say the government’s use of non-disclosure agreements is accelerating, limiting feedback on contentious draft legislation to hand-picked participants.
- by Matthew Knott
Bowen defends use of two jets for one photo op with PM for renewables
The energy minister said the Royal Australian Air Force advised that the Hunter Valley airport couldn’t accommodate the PM’s usual plane.
- by Olivia Ireland and Matthew Knott
Beautiful minds: Inside the identity politics of autism
Autism is no longer just a clinical diagnosis. For many, it’s an identity, a community and a cause.
- by Natassia Chrysanthos
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Political leadership
The PM was punching well, until he gave himself an immigration uppercut
Sometimes in politics – like when you realise your opponent will always punch harder – you should exit the ring and try another approach.
- by Sean Kelly