University sector to be hit in Gonski reforms

Judith Ireland The federal government has announced $2.8 billion worth of cuts to the university sector in order to free up funds for its Gonski school reforms.

Gay slur sparks Gillard boycott of Christian event

Dan Harrison, Judith Ireland THE Prime Minister, Julia Gillard, has pulled out of speaking at the Australian Christian Lobby's national conference after its leader suggested a homosexual ''lifestyle'' was more hazardous to...

Recycled Rudd wouldn't surprise me, says Katter

Judith Ireland Bob Katter says he wouldn't be surprised if Kevin Rudd became Prime Minister again.

On the QT

Eyes have it as Bishop, Burke face off in row

Judith Ireland She's only three days into the question time gig but Anna Burke has already shown that she ain't afraid of anyone or anything. Not even Julie Bishop's atomic death stare.