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Australian Democrats Depart but Leave Honest Legacy

Tuesday, July 01, 2008 6:09:00 PM

The passing of the Australian Democrats as a political force last week marks the end of an era, but their influence will be long felt, said Senate leaders of both parties.    Full Story

Rudd to Overhaul Public Transport

Tuesday, July 01, 2008 6:08:00 PM

Prime Minister Kevin Rudd has hinted at a new frontier for tackling climate change: a national overhaul of public transport.   Full Story

Holiday Work Visa Extension to Meet Labour Demand

Tuesday, July 01, 2008 6:03:00 PM

Labour shortages in the construction industry have led to a change to Australia's working holiday visa system.   Full Story

RBA Leaves Key Rate Unchanged at 7.25 Per Cent

Tuesday, July 01, 2008 6:01:00 PM

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has left its key interest rate unchanged for a fourth straight month, providing some relief to borrowers struggling with 12-year high interest rates.   Full Story

Tax Relief to Offset Rising Costs-Treasurer Swan

Monday, June 30, 2008 6:09:00 PM

MACKAY, Qld—Australians will receive some respite from the rising cost of living when the Rudd Government's tax cuts come into effect from tomorrow, Treasurer Wayne Swan says.   Full Story

Home Loans Post Slowest Growth since 1991

Monday, June 30, 2008 6:08:00 PM

SYDNEY—Australian home loan approvals have posted their slowest annual growth since the 1991 recession, the Reserve Bank of Australia said.   Full Story

Northern Territorians Gear Up for the Biggest Night of the Year

Monday, June 30, 2008 6:07:00 PM

DARWIN—Call it an act of defiance, unrepentant stupidity or simply a good time.   Full Story

Rolf Harris to Wobble on Stage for Hall of Fame Honour

Monday, June 30, 2008 6:06:00 PM

MELBOURNE—After seven years faking an English accent while seeking fame in London in the 1950s, Rolf Harris' life changed forever when he first sang the now famous line "Tie Me Kangaroo Down Sport ...   Full Story

Mobile Preschools the Key to Indigenous Education Crisis

Monday, June 30, 2008 6:05:00 PM

DARWIN—Mobile pre-schools could help solve the crisis of indigenous education in the Northern Territory, according to a Darwin researcher.   Full Story

Labor Plays Down Poor Result in Gippsland

Monday, June 30, 2008 6:04:00 PM

CANBERRA—Labor today played down its poor result in the Gippsland by-election, as Opposition Leader Brendan Nelson won credit for his part in helping the Nationals retain the seat.   Full Story

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