The first sitting weeks of the 48th Parliament have concluded. Whilst Labor progressed its domestic agenda, issues in the Middle East have dominated headlines. SBS World News Weekly co-host Cat Stirrat explains what has happened in Gaza since the election, with Greens Senator Mehreen Faruqi joining the show too.

The new federal parliament has just finished its first sitting week -- and there are some big stories to cover, including HECS/HELP debt and legislation for childcare reform. This week, we take a look at the top priorities of the Albanese government as it enters its second term and Professor Andrew Norton from Monash University helps us break down what's going to happen with student debt.

A win beyond Labor’s wildest dreams, two leaders booted, and underperforming Teals. There’s heaps to unpack about the 2025 Federal Election result, and Simon Welsh from RedBridge joins us on Party Time to talk it all out

After more than a month of campaigning, there’s been dozens of promises made by the major parties. We’re taking at the big promises from the major parties, as well as what areas have been overlooked in the campaigns.

Cost of living: it’s the term we haven’t been able to escape since the last election. From housing to migration, household budgets to the Australian economy, Independent Economist Saul Eslake breaks down what’s on offer this election.

Climate change was a big deal last election, and it’s a big deal this time too. With nuclear now on the table, what is the next battle in Australia’s ongoing climate wars? How do you even say nuclear? And is it even possible for Australia to be run entirely on renewables?

Who leads Australia isn’t decided by one, big popular vote. It’s countless close contests across the country that eventually determine who can form government, and who will be the Prime Minister. This week, we’re looking at the players in Australia’s 2025 federal election – who is going to be a big deal, what’s going on with minor parties, what electorates matter, and will the teal wave continue or be washed out to sea?

This federal election campaign will be like no other. With more memes and misinformation than ever, the digital frontier will be the big target for anyone vying for votes. We look at what the game is - how campaigns are being run, what the rules are in Australia, and what tactics you can expect to see until May 3.

There’s only a few things guaranteed in life – death, taxes, and if you’re an Australian citizen, voting in a Federal Election. With the 2025 election just around the corner, hosts Elfy Scott and Rania Yallop will be by your side until you reach the polling booth, making your compulsory democratic contributions a little bit more fun.