Businesses wary as the Federal Government's industrial relations changes pass the Senate.

The Socceroos have advanced to the World Cup knockout round thanks to a thrilling 1-nil over Denmark.

The latest "Closing the Gap" report is out, on how governments and Aboriginal groups are improving key measures of disadvantage for Indigenous Australians. Just two of the 17 targets are on track.

A United Nation's delegation of scientists has recommended the Great Barrier Reef be added to the UNESCO world heritage "in danger" list.

The federal government's controversial industrial relations policy looks set to pass parliament this week. Independent David Pocock has secured a promise for a regular review of social security payments.

Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews will continue into a third term after his government won yesterday's state election.

Tomorrow's state election in Victoria looks likely to be a tight contest and some pundits think a hung parliament is a real possibility. Perhaps the best known Premier in the country, Labor's Daniel Andrews is seeking a third term.

Federal Police and Parliament's Speaker are refusing to say why a prominent anti-Beijing activist, Drew Pavlou, was ordered to leave the building or risk facing arrest yesterday.

In the aftermath of the earthquake in west Java, rescue workers have spent a second night searching for victims under the rubble of homes.

As the Government tries to push key legislation though parliament before Christmas, we speak with crossbench senators Jacqui Lambie and David Pocock.