Malcolm Turnbull
Malcolm Turnbull
Former Australian Prime Minister, Malcolm Turnbull, on the global ramifications of Trump's tariffs. Plus, why he was surprised at Winston Peters' decision to fire Phil Goff. Video, Audio
Malcolm Turnbull - climate change has been politicised
The damaging domination of Australia's right-wing media has weaponised climate change, says Malcolm Turnbull, who was Australian prime minister between 2015 and 2018. Audio
Josh Gerstein - Australia's deal to resettle terrorists
Josh Gerstein is senior legal affairs contributor for Politico. This week he has reported on the case of Leonidas Bimenyimana and Gregoire Nyaminani, two Rwandan men who, along with a third, Francois… Audio
Malcolm Turnbull plans to quit Parliament 'not before too long'
Malcolm Turnbull clung on to the top job after a leadership challenge from Peter Dutton earlier this week, but was forced out after calling a party meeting. He says he will leave parliament all… Audio
Scott Morrison wins vote to become Australia's new PM
Scott Morrison is the new leader of the Liberal Party and the 30th prime minister of Australia after winning a leadership spill. Audio
Kerry-Anne Walsh with news from Australia
It's Friday so we cross the ditch to Canberra to talk to our correspondent Kerry-Anne Walsh. Audio
Australian politics: Doomsday for Turnbull?
Just after 2pm on Friday Malcolm Turnbull will find out if he's still the Prime Minister of Australia. His leadership will go on the line if a petition calling for a vote attracts the necessary 43… Audio
Australian PM's hold on power still shaky
Analysis - Australia Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull is mortally wounded, there is blood in the water and the entire political apparatus is on the scent, writes Laura Tingle.
Peter Dutton hints at another challenge to Turnbull
Peter Dutton has given his clearest indication yet that he intends to challenge the Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull for his job, for the second time.
Australian govt tumult ongoing as ministers offer resignations
Australia's political leadership is in turmoil. Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull survived a challenge from Home Affairs Minister Peter Dutton on Monday but nine ministers have since offered their… Audio
Is Australian leadership spill good for NZ detainees?
An Australian immigration lawyer says New Zealanders in Australian detention centres may have a window of opportunity to avoid being deported now that Peter Dutton has resigned. Mr Dutton stepped down… Audio
Is Australian leadership spill good for NZ detainees?
An Australian immigration lawyer says New Zealanders detained in Australia may have a window of opportunity to stay now that Peter Dutton has resigned. Mr Dutton stepped down on Tuesday from his… Audio
What's next for Australian PM Malcolm Turnbull?
Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull has survived a leadership challenge - for now. Mr Turnbull defeated Home Affairs Minister Peter Dutton in the vote for the leadership of the Liberal Party… Video, Audio
Australian politics: Speculation Dutton to roll Turnbull
Pressure is mounting on Australia's prime minister, Malcolm Turnbull, with growing speculation he'll face a leadership challenge from his home affairs minister, Peter Dutton. Unease about Mr… Audio
Deportation policy 'fair and just' - Turnbull
Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull has defended his government's policy of deporting New Zealanders who have served more than a cumulative year in prison.
Embattled Australian deputy PM describes Turnbull as 'inept'
All-out-war appears to have broken out in Canberra between the Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull and his embattled deputy Barnaby Joyce. Audio
Turnbull to 'stand up' for Australia
The Australian Prime Minister has used unusually strong language to hit back at China, for complaining about his remarks about foreign influence in local politics.
Opposition doubts PM's claims of progress over Manus refugees
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says there's been progress made on Australia being willing to accept the offer to resettle 150 refugees, but opposition is sceptical of her claims. Audio
NZ pledges $3m to care for Manus detainees
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has pledged $3 million to Papua New Guinea and aid agencies to help care for refugees on Manus Island as Australia continues to ignore New Zealand's offer to take some of… Audio
Ardern to meet again with Turnbull over Manus
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says she wants to have another meeting with Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull over Manus Island. Almost 600 refugees were initially at the centre - and they've… Audio