Finn Mchugh

The prime minister is centralising AI policy in his department and is determined that, as with teens on social media, Australia will lead the way on regulation.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will introduce AI mandatory standards, including for copyright, to parliament next year, declaring anything less than artists maintaining control over their work is “theft”.

Anthony Albanese had a few audiences in mind for his big AI speech this week. But his sharpest message was aimed at unions worried about jobs.

Senator and fringe conspiracist Malcolm Roberts has flown under the radar for a decade. As One Nation surges, he no longer has that luxury.

Labor conferences were once known for factional brawls, walkouts and ugly theatrics. Anthony Albanese's mastery of party politics has ensured good order will prevail.

With someone charged over threats almost every week, politicians worry a hostile climate is making it harder to keep in touch with the people they represent.

One Nation's rise is forcing newsrooms to confront a tough question: are they scrutinising the party's policies or just amplifying the spectacle?

As nicotine pouches face a nationwide crackdown, critics warn the Albanese government's tobacco strategy is driving smokers deeper into the booming black market.

Faced with Pauline Hanson's clear emotional appeal, Labor is pivoting from its usual vibe-based campaigning to a focus on facts and delivery.

Labor's 50th party conference was a festival of furious agreement, with no visible dissent on any policy issue. Is that a good thing for democracy?