Labor prepared to govern: Gillard
Prime Minister Julia Gillard says Labor is prepared to deliver stable and effective
government for the next three years after winning the support of two key rural
independents.
Abbott disappointed with poll result
Opposition Leader Tony Abbott says he is disappointed with the decision of
independents to support a minority Labor government.
Gillard government returned to power
Prime Minister Julia Gillard has formed the first minority federal government since
World War II, but the key independents have warned Labor is on parole.
Queenslanders will back Titans: Prince
With the Broncos and Cowboys out of the finals hunt Scott Prince believes Queensland
rugby league fans will rally behind the Gold Coast Titans with State of Origin-like
intensity.
FFA deal averts Jets strike
Football Federation Australia averted a Newcastle Jets player boycott on Monday,
providing a short-term deal to help prop up the beleaguered club.
Carney can snatch Dally M award: Anasta
He was nowhere to be seen when voting went behind closed doors, but Sydney Roosters
skipper Braith Anasta believes teammate Todd Carney can emulate the deeds of
Thousands stuck after Birdsville deluge
The iconic Birdsville Hotel pub is still doing roaring trade for thousands of
tourists stranded by a very unseasonable 'Big Wet'.
Campbell Brown set to sign with Suns
New AFL club the Gold Coast Suns are set to announce on Tuesday they have signed
Hawthorn tough nut Campbell Brown.
Flood damage impacts 300 homes
Victoria's swollen rivers have flooded 300 properties as authorities sandbag homes
and hospitals, bracing for more flood damage.
Labor, coalition settle on reform
Parliament will have an independent speaker and question time will be overhauled
under changes agreed by Labor and the coalition.
