Romy Stephens

The federal government hopes that billions of dollars poured into Medicare will help more people see a GP for free, but latest data shows bulk-billing rates have stagnated since last year.

As the Albanese government grapples with the aftermath of the nation's worst act of terrorism at Bondi Beach, previously secret cabinet documents

As the Albanese government grapples with the aftermath of the Bondi terror attack, previously secret cabinet documents show the Howard government was working to mitigate concerns about a 'home grown' terrorist threat 20 years ago.

Former Reserve Bank governors and CEOs are among 125 business leaders now calling for a Commonwealth royal commission in the wake of the Bondi Beach terror attack.

Some of Australia's most prominent sporting personalities are the latest to call for a Royal Commission into the Bondi terror attack.

As the Prime Minister faces more pressure to call a Commonwealth royal commission into the Bondi terror attack - behind the scenes discussions are continuing as to what form such an inquiry would take.

Israel admits it did not expect Iran would close the Strait of Hormuz

The Coalition's immigration plan would make it harder for non-citizens to use government assistance to buy a home. ABC News: Fletcher Yeung

Anthony Albanese and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim signed a joint statement on energy security during a meeting in Kuala Lumpur. AAP: Bianca De Marchi

What's behind the call for a new tax on gas exports? Corporate giant Shell says they are already paying billions in various taxes and a new one on