Melbourne Storm apologises after scrapping Welcome to Country at the Anzac Round, the PM vows no new taxes before the next election. Plus, Victoria’s work from home mandate under fire as Melbourne’s CBD struggles with record office vacancies.

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Jim Chalmers won’t rule out sweeping changes for property owners, a new report finds all levels of government are failing on racism. Plus, the federal government says economy-only rules for taxpayer-funded travel just aren’t appropriate.

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Kmart defends its ethical sourcing program as forced labour allegations resurface, NSW government shuts down debate on charging protesters for police presence. Plus, Anthony Albanese pushes for more migration despite growing backlash.

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 Leading pro-Palestinian activist refuses to denounce the burning of the Australian flag during Melbourne protests, unions pile pressure on Labor to raise taxes and scrap negative gearing. Plus, Victoria pushes to make working from home a legal right.

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Arab states call on Hamas to disarm as momentum builds for a Palestinian state, the ACTU pushes a $25 billion tax hike as part of its new productivity plan. Plus, an Aussie worker is sacked for misgendering a non-binary colleague.

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Trump drags his feet on naming an ambassador to Australia, Labor shuts down push to restore biological sex to law. Plus, New Zealand reopens fossil fuel exploration in major energy policy shift.

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One third of students lag behind as NAPLAN results reveal a national learning crisis, Scott Farquhar urges Australia to slash red tape on AI. Plus, Donald Trump sees a massive popularity spike among young Americans.

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Federal government rejects claims vape ban backfired and pushed more young people to smoke, James Paterson backs away from public service cuts. Plus, Victorian Labor members call for immediate recognition of Palestine.

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Sacrifices on the road to net zero, regional SA grapples with drought, Chris Minns sets the bench for leadership. Plus, hay run heroes deliver in time of need.

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Join Paul Murray for this month’s special Our Town episode from Mount Gambier, the heart of South Australia’s Limestone Coast. He unpacks Sussan Ley’s push to reconnect with corporate Australia and the $382 million bill for Indigenous treaty talks.

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