Listen to Australian and world news, and follow trending topics withTreasurer Jim Chalmers has announced the government will scrap around 500 so-called "nuisance tariffs" on a range of goods including washing machines, shoes and tampons.
Victorian Greens Drug Harm Reduction Spokesperson Aiv Puglielli says the government cannot afford to delay pill testing any longer. The Country Fire Authority warns residents in the South West Fire District should activate their Bushfire Survival Plans and monitor news for updates.A driver who crashed on a remote highway in Queensland has been rescued after his smartphone sensed the accident and auto-dialled emergency services.The man's phone then detected the incident and called triple zero, notifying emergency services of his location.
The by-election was triggered by the former prime minister's resignation from parliament, after a 16-year career.