Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is downplaying criticism of the government's tax proposals, signalling the administration plans to advance its fiscal agenda despite public and political pushback.
Australia's eSafety Commissioner is gaining power to fine Google and other search engines up to $50 million if they fail to protect children from harmful content, signalling a harder regulatory line.
The NSW Government has committed $14 million to planning a new 160-event-a-year arena in Newcastle, marking a significant investment in regional infrastructure beyond Sydney.
The government has made its fifth substantial amendment to recent tax legislation, dropping a controversial measure affecting tax-deferred arrangements.