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The Nationals deputy leader reveals the party was willing to compromise on nuclear policy with the Liberal Party to avoid the messy split between parties.

The federal coalition has split - with the National and Liberal parties unable to reach an agreement.

Larissa Waters has become the leader of the Australian Greens after Adam Bandt lost his seat at the federal election. She was an environmental lawyer in Queensland before entering the Senate in 2011. Mehreen Faruqi has been re-elected as the deputy leader.

The coalition's position on net-zero policies and nuclear power have been put under review. Has a bruising defeat brought the climate wars back?

Sussan Ley has been elected as the leader of the Liberal Party. But there are concerns she's on a 'glass cliff', as the first female leader chosen at a time the party is in crisis.

Tanya Plibersek has been demoted to Social Services Minister, as Anthony Albanese reveals his second term ministry.

Former Labor cabinet minister Ed Husic has told SBS News he believes the government should be pushing for Palestinian statehood by June.

Demoted cabinet minister Ed Husic has criticised the Labor Party leadership, as the frontbench of the re-elected government is finalised. Mr Husic claims his stance on Gaza and Labor's factional competition contributed to his departure. Meanwhile, the Liberals leadership contest is also underway after a historic loss in the election.

Dozens of politicians have flooded back into Canberra after Labor's landslide victory at the federal election. A reshuffle has claimed two high-profile MPs. Meanwhile, the Opposition is now looking for a new leader, with two candidates now publicly confirming they will stand.

A win beyond Labor’s wildest dreams, two leaders booted, and underperforming Teals. There’s heaps to unpack about the 2025 Federal Election result, and Simon Welsh from RedBridge joins us on Party Time to talk it all out

Adam Bandt has conceded defeat, losing his seat of Melbourne in an upset that leaves the Greens leaderless. He finished first on the primary vote, but sustained a two-party swing against him. Sarah Witty has won the seat back for Labor after 15 years.

Liberal candidate Tim Wilson has declared victory in the seat of Goldstein [[-stine]], appearing to topple independent MP Zoe Daniels. Two other contests with metropolitan Teal politicians are going down to the wire as well. They're small sparks of hope for a Liberal Party bruised and battered by the election.

The Greens appear to have fewer seats in the lower house after last weekend's election, but they may hold the balance of power in the Senate. It's not the result the party had hoped for; how will it shape the next parliament and the Greens' future?

Independent candidates appear to have gained ground in the federal election. Several recontesting their seats, have not only retained their position - but extended their margin. And with some seats still in play, more electorates could also turn independent.

Labor has won the 2025 Federal Election, as the Coalition confronted big swings against their party across the country. In what was widely expected to be a tighter contest, Anthony Albanese has not only remained Prime Minister but has also secured a majority government.

Election day has finally arrived- and the campaign hasn't ended for Anthony Albanese or Peter Dutton.

Federal Opposition Leader Peter Dutton speaks to SBS Chief Political Correspondent, Anna Henderson, the night before the federal election.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese speaks to SBS Chief Political Correspondent Anna Henderson, the night before the federal election.

Millions of women across the country are celebrating the federal government's pre-election $793 million women's health investment, following a national survey which found two thirds of women reported experiencing gender bias or discrimination in the health system. But not everyone is included in the benefits around cheaper medication and rebates for longer consultations, with women on temporary vi...

From humanitarian visa pathways, raising the aged pension, and increased funding for youth programs – SBS asked audiences about the key issues that haven't received much coverage during election campaigning. This is what they said.

The campaigns are coming to a close for the 2025 Federal Election. Medicare has been at the heart of Labor's campaign, whilst the Coalition has tried to leverage the frustration of voters as Australian living standards decline.

SBS News Chief Political Correspondent Anna Henderson speaks to Greens leader Adam Bandt

Cost of living, housing, Medicare – some of the issues central to this election. But what some experts and advocates are saying is “absent” from the campaign trail is First Nations affairs. What are the key policy announcements? What are the interests and concerns of First Nations people? Where should Australia go after the referendum outcome?

Labor's response to Israel's war in Gaza might come back to haunt them in this weekend's federal election. Many in Australia's Muslim and Arab communities say they intend to vote Labor out in favour of Independents or third parties such as the Greens. Some independents argue that Labor has long taken their community's support for granted.

While electoral enrolment is currently at an all-time high, voter turnout has been in decline since 2007. The 2022 election saw turnout drop to its lowest level since compulsory voting was introduced in 1925. And one area where voter participation is especially low is in remote communities.