Albanese government aims to cut net migration to 225,000

Albanese and Taylor held talks on migration but no deal reached yet.

Why it mattersMigration is a major political issue for both parties. A deal could reshape Australia's approach to overseas migration.

AustraliaAny agreement would reset how many people Australia accepts and under what rules, affecting visa pathways, deportations, and the international education sector for years.

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Liberal Party member disputes Albanese's tennis score at Lodge charity match

Joseph Daoud alleged the Prime Minister was awarded points after double faults and questioned umpiring decisions.

Why it mattersThe accusation aired a political dispute in an unusual way, drawing attention to tensions between Labor and its critics.

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Ballarat population could grow to 213,000 by 2050 with government backing

A Regional Australia Institute report says Ballarat could grow to 213,852 by 2050. This depends on faster migration and more infrastructure investment.