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Trump tells Musk not everybody should have an electric car
Elon Musk and Donald Trump conversation hits hour mark; Greens list objections to CFMEU bill as government amends it; TWU deploys retired judge to investigate harassment allegations. Follow live updates.
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This Month
How female Olympians are boosting their popularity without media help
Enthusiasm for lesser-known sports tends to die off at the end of each Olympic Games but some women are doing their own promotion.
‘Clearly failed’: Minister Watt moves to create CFMEU special powers
Murray Watt says he has given the construction and general division a strict deadline; Australia to accept nuclear material in new AUKUS deal; How the Olympics day 13 unfolded. Follow live updates.
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Albanese brushes off sledge from New Zealand PM
Anthony Albanese responds to NZ joke about Australian intelligence; No plans to change state’s public service WFH policy; How Australia’s great Olympic golden day unfolded. Follow live updates.
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Rex bailout likely but not necessary, administrator says
Administrators say Rex could remain sustainable without a bailout; Australians warned not to travel to Bangladesh amid ‘civil unrest’; How the Games day 11 unfolded. Follow live updates.
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‘We are confident about the Australian economy’: Chalmers
Treasurer Jim Chalmers welcomes RBA decision; PM calls out Iranian ambassador’s comments; Kamala Harris secures Democratic presidential nomination. How the day unfolded.
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Reynolds keen to tell ‘truth’ at Higgins trial
Former defence minister Linda Reynolds is first to give evidence at defamation trial; Opposition Leader Peter Dutton says we’re in “a precarious time” after terror alert upgraded. Follow for updates.
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Sayers, Seymour round on Burrowes over global conflict
Former chief executives Luke Sayers and Tom Seymour have expressed surprise at Kevin Burrowes’ second role with PwC International. How the day unfolded.
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Matildas and coach Gustavsson part ways
Tony Gustavsson’s contract will not be extended as Matildas head coach; what’s on tonight in Paris; Anthony Albanese explains major Rex issue. Here’s how the day unfolded.
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July
Democrats slam Vance depiction of Harris as childless cat lady
The three-year-old interview shows J.D. Vance criticising Kamala Harris for being childless; Donald Trump says he does not think Secret Service boss “had much of a choice” but to resign. How the day unfolded.
Harris secures Democratic majority needed to be nominee
Survey finds Kamala Harris has enough Democratic delegate support to become new nominee; Joe Biden will return to Washington; Campaign raises record-breaking $122 million. How the day unfolded.
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Harris favourite nominee as support rolls in after Biden exit
Harris on track to be nominee as Democrats promise ‘orderly process’ to replace Joe Biden; Senator Joe Manchin weighs up re-registering as a Democrat to compete; Australian interests at stake as Biden steps away. Follow for updates.
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Trump details shooting; makes ‘bold’ pledges
Trump details attempted assassination before returning to usual rhetoric in 90 minute speech; Pelosi tells Democrats Biden may soon be persuaded to exit race; Biden’s donations expected to halve. Follow updates here.
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ACTU staff sent home due to safety concerns
Fair Work moves to suspend WA CFMEU permit; Vance gives his first speech as Trump’s VP candidate; COVID-19 infected Biden says he feels good as he flies home. How the day unfolded.
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McManus says ACTU will suspend CFMEU amid scandal
ACTU suspends construction union; Trump attends RNC before speeches from former rivals; Albanese, Minns and Burke all back independent administrator decision. Follow for updates.
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Qld suspends CFMEU donations amid investigation
Jacinta Allan claims she acted ‘immediately’ on receiving union evidence; Donald Trump appears at Republican convention with bandaged ear. How the day unfolded.
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‘Integrity, credibility’: CFMEU praises Setka, rejects outside inquiry
The union does not believe any construction deal with the government was achieved through corruption, but is terminating a contract with one company.
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Victorian Premier requests CFMEU construction division suspension
Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan says union behaviour is “thuggish” and “unacceptable” amid CFMEU scandal; Former ambassador says Trump attempted assassination should teach politicians a lesson. Follow for updates.
Biden’s gaffe ruined months of hard work: European officials
Albanese stands by Australian intelligence amid disturbing security threat; aids believe Biden will have to abandon campaign. How the day unfolded.
‘Gas has an important role to play’: Albanese
PM spruiks manufacturing policy amid shipping crises; Chuck Schumer signals he is open to replacing Biden; Ayres says shipping chaos is pushing up prices. Follow for updates.
