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The Federal government has been busy legislating key election promises during this second sitting week of parliament. But events beyond Canberra have been dominating the discussion, as a string of western countries shift their approach to the Israel-Palestine conflict.

Indigenous leaders and political heavyweights are making their way to the north of the country to mark the 25th year of Australia's largest First Nations cultural gathering — Garma Festival. Three months after landslide election victory for Labor, all eyes will be on an update from Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, and

The first sitting fortnight of the 48th Parliament has seen the Coalition side with the federal government on major pieces of legislation, including HECS cuts and childcare safety reform.... while also trying to iron out internal friction regarding net zero policy. In other news, ASIO Director-General Mike Burgess has

As multiple Western countries signal an intention to officially recognise a Palestinian state, there are several conditions attached. Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney says his decision would be based on the Palestinian Authority holding elections and reforming its governance.Guest: Dr Omar Awadallah, Deputy Minister

Australia's top spy chief has revealed foreign espionage is costing the nation at least 12.5 billion dollars a year. During a speech in Adelaide last night, ASIO Director-General Mike Burgess provided a detailed account of the scale of the threat of foreign interference. Including one example where foreign cyber spies

Mining giant Glencore says forecast losses of 2.2 billion dollars over the next seven years will force it to close its Mount Isa smelter, costing thousands of regional jobs. Glencore is calling for government support, and the Queensland government says its on board but federal support is also needed.Guest: Tim Ayers, M