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Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke said on July 30, 2026, that One Nation’s plan to block citizens with terror links from returning would fail in the High Court. Burke said, “something like what’s being proposed here would last about 30 seconds in the High Court.” He warned it sets dangerous precedents.
Defence Industry Minister Pat Conroy said on July 30, 2026, that there is no time limit on US nuclear submarines at HMS Stirling. He clarified that the American presence could continue indefinitely after 2032. Conroy said, “I would expect the US to have an ongoing submarine presence in HMS Stirling.”
Victoria’s new premier Ben Carroll will not rule out redirecting Suburban Rail Loop funds to other projects. Speaking on Thursday, he said, “Every dollar of my government will be invested where it delivers the greatest value for Victorians.” He also flagged changes to laws regarding the right to work from home.
Principals warned on July 30, 2026, that a pay deal cutting teacher meeting hours would backfire. The Australian Education Union rejected a 28.3 per cent pay rise offer. Andrew Cock said, “workload solutions must not simply shift responsibility onto principals and assistant principals.” Many educators now want better working conditions.
The United States launched new strikes on Iran after President Donald Trump vowed a response to an attack on a Jordan military base. President Trump said, "It's our turn to hit them." These strikes follow rising fears of a wider conflict as the US and Saudi Arabia also targeted militias.
The Royal Commission on Antisemitism heard chilling reports of school bullying against Jewish students this week. Special Envoy Jillian Segal said, "I was very upset to hear of one student who had been accosted." Children faced cruel taunts, including deodorant sprays used to simulate gas chambers in school corridors.
Neil the Seal caused $31,540.53 in damage during his 34-night stay in Clarence starting June 24. The council cleared the bill, citing his "exceptional cuteness" and tourism value. Mayor Brendan Blomeley said, "I hope he is given the space and time he needs" whenever he visits the shore again.
Finance Minister Katy Gallagher said questions asked about the alleged rape of Brittany Higgins were reasonable and appropriate. She spoke on Thursday after a legal claim by Fiona Brown got settled. Gallagher said, "I think the questions we asked during that time were entirely appropriate," regarding the serious matter.
Ben Carroll replaced Jacinta Allan as Victorian premier after a chaotic leadership spill this week. Treasurer Jim Chalmers backed Carroll’s decision to call a royal commission into the building industry. As Raf Epstein said on ABC's Politics Now podcast: "Their federal Labor colleagues are just going to sit back and watch."
Ben Carroll became Victoria’s new premier on 30 July 2026 after deposing Jacinta Allan. His first act was to order a royal commission into the state’s construction industry. Carroll now has four months to improve Labor’s position before the November election, which will be a tough three-cornered race for power.
The Commission for Children and Young People tabled a report on young offenders in parliament this morning. It showed children aged 10 to 14 reported being punched and choked by police. Many said these experiences made them more violent. The report urged the Victorian government to adopt a preventative approach.
Victorian ministers Harriet Shing and Lily D'Ambrosio announced their retirement from politics on Thursday. Both said they will not recontest their seats at the upcoming November election. Ms Shing, who got elected in 2014, said it was time to "pass these opportunities and obligations on to the next person."