Australia swears in its first female defence minister

Senator Marise Payne becomes first woman in defence role in an English-speaking nation

New Australia leader sticks to script with focus on the economy

Malcom Turnbull to implement programme for government set out under Tony Abbott

Taoiseach’s rejection of Abbott video makes Australian headlines

‘I’ve heard the prime minister’s comments,’ said Kenny. ‘He made them. I don’t agree with that’

Australian PM Tony Abbott faces tough summer

‘Barnacle-clearing’ leader believes he can turn government’s fortunes around

Tony Abbott says heightened ‘terrorist chatter’ following siege

Australia’s prime minister urges public to remain alert over festive season

Irish-born Labor MPs in battle to save seats in Australian election