The Daily Aus Headlines: Ley announces temporary shadow ministry
Jan 30, 2026
A new temporary shadow ministry and a one-week ultimatum for coalition reconciliation. A $25 billion boost to hospital funding and the national cabinet’s long-term health deal. Rising tensions as Iran warns the United States about potential military action in the region. A promising vaccine method from the University of Virginia that could be faster and cheaper to produce.
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Liberal Leadership Acts Quickly
- Sussan Ley appointed acting Liberal spokespeople to replace Nationals-held portfolios after the Nationals walked away from the coalition.
- She gave the Nationals one week to reconcile before naming a permanent Shadow Cabinet.
Major Boost To Hospital Funding
- National Cabinet agreed a five-year hospital funding deal worth an extra $25 billion starting July, totalling over $219 billion.
- The agreement triples prior funding and ends stalled negotiations ahead of the previous arrangements lapsing.
Tensions Rise Around Iran And US
- Iranian officials warned that US soldiers in the region would suffer if Washington attacked, amid heightened tensions.
- The EU moved to label Iran's Revolutionary Guard a terrorist organisation while protests in Iran have killed thousands, according to rights groups.