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Greens senator Nick McKim has indicated to a Senate inquiry into Labor’s Budget tax plans that negative gearing changes should not be retrospective.

Greens senator hints at wanting retrospective tax changes

Greens senator Nick McKim has indicated to a Senate inquiry into Labor’s Budget tax plans that negative gearing changes should be retrospective. Labor needs the Greens in the Senate to pass legislation.

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President Donald Trump and Dana White, UFC president and CEO, arrive for UFC Freedom 250 on the South Lawn of the White House, Sunday, June 14, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

The UFC fight that explains Trump’s America

A peace deal, a birthday celebration and a UFC fight on the White House lawn, Donald Trump is once again proving that politics is as much about spectacle as it is about power.

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Global leaders react to announcement of US-Iran deal

Leaders around the world have welcomed the announcement the US and Iran have reached a tentative agreement to end hostilities after more than 100 days of war.

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A fight takes place during UFC Freedom 250, a UFC event hosted by President Donald Trump for his 80th birthday on the South Lawn of the White House.

All the incredible pics from Trump’s White House UFC fight

President Donald Trump, who turned 80 today, has spent this evening hosting an Ultimate Fighting Championship event on the South Lawn of the White House. 

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Anthony Albanese is welcoming Donald Trump's announcement of peace with Iran.

Albanese issues plea after US-Iran peace deal breakthrough

Anthony Albanese has urged all countries involved in the Middle East ceasefire deal to use the chance now to ensure there’s a lasting peace in the region.

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The UK is about to announce a ban for all under-16s from the main social media platforms.

UK to ‘call time’ on social media for under-16s

The UK is poised to announce restrictions on social media for children after considering evidence from Australia’s under-16 ban.

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An estimated 20,000 people have rallied in Geneva ahead of G7 summit talks.

Protesters set Tesla ablaze, smash UN office's windows

A protest in Geneva ‌over the G7 has turned ugly, with police using teargas and protesters smashing a United Nations agency's windows and torching a Tesla car.

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President Donald Trump has confirmed that a peace deal with Iran has been reached after months of deliberations.

Historic breakthrough as Trump announces US-Iran peace deal

Donald Trump has declared a US-Iran peace deal complete, announcing the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz just days before an official signing ceremony in Switzerland.

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A shock new poll showing Pauline Hanson ahead of Anthony Albanese has reignited questions about whether Labor’s message is cutting through with voters.

One Nation leapfrogs Albo in shock poll bombshell

Pauline Hanson has overtaken Anthony Albanese in a major new poll, prompting fresh scrutiny of Labor as voters continue to voice frustration over the cost of living.

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Ukraine president Volodymyr Zelenskiy says he had a wonderful phone conversation with Donald Trump. (EPA PHOTO)

Inside Trump’s 80th Birthday calls from Putin, Zelensky

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and Russian leader Vladimir Putin have each spoken by phone with Donald Trump, marking his 80th birthday.

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Business groups warn planned tax changes are being rushed through and will discourage investment.

Business groups’ stark warnings ahead of CGT inqury

Contentious tax measures will be put in the spotlight at a Senate inquiry as business groups argue the federal government is rushing them in.

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Israel-Hezbollah violence erupts in Beirut as Donald Trump claims Iran deal is within reach.

‘Let’s not blow it’: Peace deal hangs by a thread

US President Donald Trump has urged restraint after fresh Israeli strikes on Beirut threatened to derail a long-awaited peace deal with Iran.

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The Government spruiks its $47 billion housing plan at every opportunity, and even more so in the wake of a budget that contained controversial changes to property investor tax breaks that Treasury says will ultimately reduce construction. Pictured: Housing Minister Clare O'Neil and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.

Too slow: ‘Ambitious’ $47 billion housing plan under fire

The centrepiece of the Federal Government’s $47 billion housing plan has led to the construction of 1432 homes in almost two years, prompting criticism that it’s doing too little, too slowly.

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Pauline Hanson eyes State of Origin as campaign rakes in $3m

Pauline Hanson will crack open her $3m war chest to target Anthony Albanese during the State of Origin and with “giant banners” hung from helicopters.

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