We need answers and we need them fast. A royal commission can take years. We’re taking action now.

The inquiry we have launched, led by Dennis Richardson, will not provide a platform for some of the worst voices. It will deliver results at a speed no Royal Commission could match.

The firebombing of a car in St Kilda overnight is a horrific assault on a community trying to recover from the attack in Bondi.

I’ve been briefed by AFP Commissioner Krissy Barrett and Director General of ASIO Mike Burgess on the arrest made by WA Police this afternoon as part of Operation Dalewood.

People on visas are guests in our country - if you come here to bring hate, we don’t need you.

For a generation, organisations that exist to promote hate in Australia have been allowed to skate by just below the threshold where the courts can take action. We’re changing that threshold.

Last night, Australia itself was attacked. Yet today, tributes flow and communities across Sydney come and stand together as one. Tonight, Commissioner Krissy Barrett, and I joined Rabbi Zalman Kastel to pay our own tribute.

I’m horrified by the news from Bondi. The Prime Minister is being briefed directly by all security agencies. All Australians stand together with the victims and against this appalling act of violence

BREAKING: Our legislation on local content requirements for streaming services just passed Parliament. No matter which remote control you’re holding, Australian content will be at your fingertips.

If you are on a visa you are a guest. If you’re a citizen you’re a full member of the Australian family. Like with any household, if a guest turns up to show hatred and wreck the household, they can be told it’s time to go home.

I had a productive meeting with Nauru’s President Adeang today in Canberra - the relationship between our countries is critical on a range of issues.

On Thursday the Albanese Labor Government will introduce legislation to ensure there are Australian content requirements for streaming platforms.

There is no justification for violence, and importing conflicts from overseas undermines our social cohesion. My thoughts are with the police officers in Melbourne who have been injured while trying to keep our community safe.

Here are four key things you can do to keep safe and secure this Cyber Security Awareness Month.

The Opposition - Australia’s worst circus act 🤡

Today, we honour the police officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. We thank them for their service and dedication to protecting our communities.

My statement formally recognising the State of Palestine.

Australia has so much to offer when it comes to the arts world. I’ve been fortunate enough to see Emily Kam Kngwarray’s works at the National Gallery of Australia. Now, her exhibition is being shared with the world at Tate Modern and they have absolutely done the pieces justice.

Australia and the UK have a long standing friendship and partnership. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood and I discussed how our two great nations can continue to work together and adapt to common challenges.

Joint statement on publicised events planned for the weekend.

GREAT NEWS: Labor's new laws to protect penalty rates for 2.6 million have just passed.

To the Palestinian people who at the moment must be feeling so invisible to the world, you are not invisible. We see you and we will recognise you.

Recognition tells every Palestinian fighting hunger and seeking shelter: you are not invisible. The world sees you and we recognise you.

We are lucky to have this family among us.

My joint statement with Minister Anne Aly on the Melbourne synagogue attack.

We have officially listed Terrorgram as a terrorist organisation under the Criminal Code Act 1995 (the Criminal Code).

I am appalled by these threats being made against our fellow Australians, neighbours and friends. After the Christchurch attack I joined thousands of people at Lakemba Mosque in a show of solidarity.

Today is the International Day to combat Islamophobia. There is no place for Islamophobia. Not here. Not anywhere.

Ok so this is truly bizarre. Just heard James Paterson on RN. So Paterson’s latest position is Dutton had no way of knowing he should receive an additional briefing… despite being told publicly to get one.

The revelations this afternoon about the incident in Dural show that Peter Dutton has played directly into the hands of organised crime figures who have been trying to profit from dividing our community.

I, like all Australians, have been horrified by reports overnight of a threat being made against Al-Faisal College in western Sydney.

Australian Islamic House Masjid received abhorrent threats earlier today. After returning from Brisbane tonight I went straight to the mosque to stand in solidarity with the community. People have a right to worship in peace and safety. The government stands against the bigotry of Islamophobia.

James Paterson has done it again. This time his misinformation was on Sky News. He claimed the only people invited to citizenship ceremonies were Labor MPs. Wrong.

Full credit to Mr Paterson. He talks a newspaper into running a story furiously demanding the department release information that not a single Liberal MP had asked for. He might be terrible at facts but he’s clever at media.

Labor will: • Expand the bulk billing incentive to all Australians • Boost Medicare payments to general practices that bulk bill every patient • Train thousands more nurses and doctors. All of this builds on the work that we’ve already done to strengthen Medicare – for every Australian.

NEWS: A re-elected Albanese Labor Government will make the single largest investment in Medicare ever.

A re-elected Albanese Labor Government will make the single largest investment in Medicare ever. Delivering an additional 18 million bulk-billed GP visits every year 🩺

I’ve just landed to reports of this police operation in Sydney. We said no resource would be spared. We said authorities would chase these people down and that is what is happening. Anyone engaging in these hate crimes needs to know: you will be caught, you will be arrested, you will be charged.

This morning Shadow Minister James Paterson made wild exaggerations about the number of visas granted to family members of those stranded in this country by the former government’s neglect.

At ceremonies all around Australia over the past few days we are becoming an even better country. I love hearing new citizens make a pledge to Australia. To everyone who is becoming an Australian citizen: Welcome Home!

Happy New Year! In 2025 we will continue to work hard for Australians. A special thank you to students Amico and Sheikh Sa’id, for their amazing drawings!

The targeting of Australians based on their religious beliefs will never be tolerated, and nothing could be less Australian. I condemn this utterly, as I consistently have for all communities. I hope state authorities make an example of anyone attempting to undermine our social cohesion.

To anyone who’s working today - THANK YOU! If you’re making the most of the boxing day sales, please be kind and courteous to staff.

In my part of Sydney, people are always generous in sharing whatever celebration is personally important to them with the whole community. In that same spirit, I'm wishing you all the peace and joy of Christmas and a safe and restful holiday.

Anti-semitism and Islamophobia have no place in Australia. I condemn these vile crimes like I’ve condemned all those that have come before. Australians don’t want to see this hatred playing out on our streets, including in my local shopping centre at Bankstown.

For decades, Michael Leunig’s cartoons have illuminated the complexities of our world with humour, humanity, and truth. Through his simple yet profound illustrations, Leunig reminded us to find joy in life’s absurdities and to never lose sight of compassion and kindness.

John Marsden was a literary giant. His works have touched the hearts of generations of Australians. My thoughts are with his family, friends, and the broader literary community during this time of loss.

This latest attack is an abhorrent attempt to intimidate our Jewish community, but it will not be successful. Officers from Operation Avalite will brief the Government this morning. Home Affairs officials are engaging with NSW Police.

I’ve known Paul Fletcher since my university days. For a while there I was upset he never chose me for the debating team but today I can officially say I’m over it and ready to wish him well. Paul has made a significant contribution to his side of politics.