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The Government has blocked an inquiry that could determine whether Christian Porter breached parliamentary privilege by refusing reveal the names of those who donated to his legal costs …

As Scott Morrison confirms that he will attend the Glasgow climate conference, Nationals Leader Barnaby Joyce has killed the prospect of the party agreeing to a new 2030 emission reductions target. …

After some prevarication, the prime minister is heading for the COP 26 meeting, But first, he needs to sort out the position on climate within the coalition. …

Ahead of next months Glasgow conference, the Morrison Government aims to secure a climate deal with the Nationals ahead of a potential policy shift to net zero by 2050. …

The government is set to consider plans for a revised climate policy, as Scott Morrison goes all out to land a deal the Nationals will accept. …

In a speech in Taipei, the former prime minister condemned China’s growing belligerence. …

Michelle Grattan discusses politics with politics + society editor, Amanda Dunn …

Scott Morrison has promoted two of his closest allies in a reshuffle that follows Christian Porter’s recent departure from the ministry. Immigration minister Alex Hawke moves from the outer ministry into… …

Berejiklian said standing aside wasn’t an option for her because the NSW people ‘need certainty’ during the pandemic. …

Michelle Grattan discusses politics with politics + society Senior Deputy Editor, Justin Bergman …