Cheap batteries pledge powers Labor re-election push

Home owners are being offered $4000 off the cost of household batteries as Labor tries to woo voters with promises of cheaper energy.

Foreign student cap to ease housing crisis, Dutton says

A plan to cut international student numbers will get more Australians into homes, the Coalition says, while critics argue the policy will do little to reduce housing pressures.

Labor to fund new bypass to Londonderry as part of Richmond Bridge commitment

Labor will spend $114 million to improve roads around the New Richmond Bridge, including a bypass to Londonderry.

One Nation has moved on from perceptions of the past, local candidates say

One Nation is readying for a serious crack at the Lindsay and Macquarie electorates for the first time.

No-tie Albo wins early strategy moves on election campaign trail

A question of strategy and ties: How Anthony Albanese has won the early days of the election campaign.

Taking the proverbial: Albo’s swipe at big supermarkets

Anthony Albanese has taken a fresh swipe at the nation's supermarket giants as Labor promises to outlaw price gouging at the checkout if re-elected.

“Taking Australians for a ride”: Lindsay MP Melissa McIntosh slams Budget that “ignores” west

Lindsay MP Melissa McIntosh has taken aim at the Labor Government, saying their budget proves they don’t care about Lindsay. The Treasurer handed down a...

Taxpayers promised extra relief in pre-election budget

Taxpayers are being promised extra relief worth hundreds of dollars each year as Jim Chalmers releases a pre-election budget containing very few surprises.

Stars align for Hollie’s tilt at local Federal seat

Labor has officially locked in their Federal Candidate to take on the seat of Lindsay. Ahead of the upcoming Federal Election, Labor has confirmed current...

Battle for Lindsay: Four candidates locked in for Federal Election

One Nation and Australia First will both field candidates in Lindsay at this year's Federal Election.

Melissa McIntosh appointed Shadow Minister for Communications

Lindsay MP Melissa McIntosh has been promoted to Peter Dutton's Shadow Cabinet as the Coaltion readies its team for an election.

Macquarie becomes crucial battleground ahead of Federal Election

As a Federal Election approaches, the battle for Macquarie - which now takes in western parts of the Penrith LGA - will be one of the most intriguing.

Mike Creed locked in as Liberal Candidate for Macquarie

Hawkesbury Councillor and former Penrith business owner Mike Creed has been locked in as the Liberal Candidate for Macquarie at next year's Federal Election.

Susan Templeman locked in to re-contest Macquarie at 2025 election

Susan Templeman has been locked in to recontest the seat of Macquarie for Labor at the 2025 Federal Election.

GP shortage impacts pressure on Emergency Departments, new figures show

GP visits are down, ED presentation are up. The two are no doubt linked.

Government reaches deal on aged care reform

A bipartisan agreement has been reached for a $5.6 billion package of aged care reforms, including more support for people living independently in their home.

Women’s health issues at centre of conversation at roundtable

Women’s health was top of the agenda at a roundtable attended by key Liberal Party politicians in Penrith last week.

Why Pauline Hanson believes One Nation is making ground in Penrith

"People don't believe in it": Pauline Hanson's climate change claim as she visits Penrith.

Opinion: How Dutton’s power play put him in election race

Peter Dutton's nuclear plan has not been laughed out of the room. This is why Anthony Albanese should be worried.

Emu Plains, Leonay set to be shifted out of Lindsay

Voters in Emu Plains and Leonay would be moved into a different Federal electorate under boundary changes proposed by the Australian Electoral Commission.