Dominic Giannini

Defectors of a secretive sect have spoken out against a co-ordinated campaign to support the Liberals during the federal election, despite members being encouraged not to vote.

The coalition will oppose a move to increase the number of MPs in federal parliament, saying it will cost taxpayers too much.

The brother of Australian aid worker Zomi Frankcom is demanding accountability from Israel after she was killed in a military strike that struck a convoy of humanitarian personnel in Gaza.

The coalition won't support any push to expand parliament to deal with an increasing population as a major...

Australians will have to wait a little longer for greater disclosure on who is bankrolling politicians, with the Australian Electoral Commission delaying the implementation of reforms.

Russia might seem a world away from Australia, but the public is being warned that its ability to spread misinformation and stoke division knows no borders.

The prime minister has killed off a push to expand the parliament, contradicting his minister who was waiting for a review of the election before making a call.

Gambling reform advocates are furious at what they describe as half-baked measures to crack down on systemic harms, while gaming firms are angry they haven't been consulted.

Australian National University was warned of the risk to its reputation. Its ongoing association with a foreign leader convicted in absentia of crimes against humanity wasn't a good look. Not even close.

Australia's trust in democracy is under strain, with calls for parliamentarians to better represent the public and build confidence in a system people don't think is working for them.