Zali Steggall
National security risk as parliamentary network fails seven out of eight basic cyber checks
A damning report from the auditor-general reveals deep vulnerabilities across critical federal government safeguards, amid warnings the system may no longer be fit for purpose against sophisticated foreign espionage.
- Rob Harris
Latest
Zali Steggall’s WhatsApp hacked in suspected Russian attack
The account was hacked in March as part of a phishing scheme believed to have been orchestrated by Russia and leading to WhatsApp being blocked on parliamentary laptops.
- Matthew Knott
- Analysis
- Teals
Teal or no teal? Why these independents might stay solo
A teal political party could give the crossbench more power and influence. But it comes with big risks too.
- James Massola
Turnbull endorses teal party as Ryan, Chaney rule themselves out
The former prime minister said the Liberals had left a political vacuum by tacking too far to the right.
- Nick Newling and Brittany Busch
- Exclusive
- Teals
Teals in advanced talks to form new political party
Secret deliberations to launch the party within weeks have come to light after Senator David Pocock shared his involvement in discussions on Sunday.
- Nick Newling and Paul Sakkal
- Opinion
- Liberal Party
My crossing with Tony Abbott rankled, but the Libs need his special talents
Making the former PM party president would be a boost for the Liberals. Why be all things to all people when you can be one thing to a few people?
- Malcolm Knox
- Exclusive
- Disability
Crossbench MPs warn Labor against slashing NDIS growth in budget
Independents, led by Monique Ryan, said curbing NDIS growth before other systems were set up would push costs onto other areas, such as health and aged care, and urged Labor to find cost savings elsewhere.
- Natassia Chrysanthos
- Exclusive
- Bondi shooting
Crossbench MPs demand commission as sporting greats blast government inaction
A slew of independent MPs have called for a royal commission into antisemitism, as Labor remains opposed to the growing push for a federal inquiry.
- Nick Newling and Amber Schultz
Forget ‘work hard, play harder’. This is the new mantra for high achievers
Federal MP Zali Steggall epitomises a new breed of C-suite executives, focused on setting goals and finding their physical limits. But is it doing them good?
- Sarah Berry
Hot tickets, fashion wins and all the drama of a big House of cards
A spirit of détente washed over the normally fractious Parliament House on Wednesday night for the Press Gallery’s annual ball.
- Stephen Brook