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Election scandal as nearly 2000 ballot papers found in worker's home

Seven packs of votes were collected from the polling booth for a second count - but only six made it back.

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Nearly 2000 ballot papers were safely recovered after a mishap transporting the federal election votes in Sydney.

Newly elected Liberal Party leader Sussan Ley promises new approach

The former deputy has beaten shadow treasurer Angus Taylor to the top job.

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Sussan Ley has been elected as the new leader of the Liberal Party.

Albanese unveils sweeping cabinet shake-up as Plibersek demoted and new faces rise

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Plibersek’s shift into the social services portfolio and away from environment, is being seen by many as a demotion after tensions with Prime Minister Albanese.

Monique Ryan holds Kooyong as other independents face mixed results across Australia

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The teals are here to stay with Independent MPs including Monique Ryan retaining their seats. (Diego Fedele/AAP PHOTOS)

Jacinta Nampijinpa Price confirms bid for Liberal leadership role

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Jacinta Price has confirmed she is running to become deputy leader of the Liberal Party.

Jacinta Price defects to Liberals as they begin ‘significant rebuild’

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Jacinta Nampijinpa Price will defect to the Liberal Party room.