The PM in the Hunter Valley using taxpayer funds to keep open the Tomago aluminium plant, Victoria Premier Jacinta Allan announces the opening of the multi-billion dollar Westgate Tunnel project. Plus, the fallout from Anika Wells' travel spending.

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The Victorian government unveils a disastrous budget update. Plus, fresh doubts over Labor's social media ban after a 14-year-old tricks one platform's age verification system. 

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The final sitting week of parliament reveals just how over-confident the Albanese government really is. Plus, the fallout from Barnaby Joyce’s decision to quit the Nationals. 

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With just over a year until the Victoria election, can new leader Jess Wilson revive the Liberals? Plus, the stories of the week in cartoons with Mark Knight. 

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The PM faces backlash for overshadowing Remembrance Day with his tribute to Gough Whitlam. Plus, battle lines are drawn on energy after the Liberals Scrap net zero. 

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Chris Bowen faces scrutiny over his plan for three hours of free electricity. Plus, a growing number of Liberals criticise Sussan Ley’s handling of net zero.

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Reaction to the King’s decision to strip Prince Andrew of his royal title. Plus, Warren Mundine on Victoria’s divisive Indigenous treaty.

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Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan faces pressure to toughen the state bail laws. Plus, why the founder of Jim’s Mowing has decided to use his voice to support a Victorian political movement.

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Residents fear for their safety in Melbourne’s CBD as Victoria’s crime crisis spirals. Plus, can Donald Trump secure a ceasefire in Ukraine following his success in the Middle East? 

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Could a Tony Abbott comeback be the overhaul the divided Coalition needs? Plus, Israel approves phase one of Donald Trump’s Gaza ceasefire plan. 

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