Terrorism and hate symbol offences will now carry a mandatory minimum sentence after the federal government passed new laws that are a departure from the Labor Party's national platform.

The biggest changes to the electoral donations laws in 40 years risk undermining democracy by favouring the major parties over independents.

The Upper House MP formerly known as Ben Dawkins officially changed his name ahead of the West Australian state election.

The state of Western Australia has called an election, setting the stage for a final test for Australian Prime Minister ...

The LNP promised to rename satellite hospitals to provide more clarity over their role, and the Crisafulli government has ...

New AEC data reveals alcohol and gambling companies donated $2.5M to Australia’s major parties, sparking fresh calls for a donation ban.

How much respectability the WA Liberal Party can win back at the state election will matter as the West shapes up as a key ...

The opposition leader has praised the states and territories for being tough on crime in the first weeks of his unofficial election campaign.

The Albanese Labor Government’s Free TAFE bill is one step closer after passing the House of Representatives this afternoon. The legislation will lock in an ongoing, coordinated approach with states ...

Western Australia's state election will be called today. Here's everything you need to know about what the parties are ...