Govt asked to explain parental leave delay
The Federal Opposition has questioned why a bill to implement the Government's parental leave scheme has not been introduced to Parliament when the plan was promised last May.
The Government wants the legislation passed by the middle of the year even though there are only 10 Senate sitting days scheduled before Parliament's winter recess.
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Stalemate
Victorian Premier John Brumby says a meeting with Prime Minister Kevin Rudd has failed to resolve their differences over the Federal health overhaul. (video)
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Protesters see red
As many as 100,000 protesters have converged on Bangkok, giving the Thai government an ultimatum to dissolve parliament and call fresh elections. (video)
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I am a pretty committed voter for one party, but the pandering to religion from both sides is disturbing. Especially the press conferences in front of church.
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