By Fatma Younis
A series of political developments unfolded in Australia on Wednesday, including rising inflation, a parliamentary bomb threat, and controversy over a senator's remarks.
Inflation accelerates to 4.3%
Australia's headline inflation rate accelerated to 4.3%, with the treasurer attributing the rise to the war in the Middle East.
RBA rules out recession
The Reserve Bank of Australia's chief economist dismissed suggestions that the country is heading into a recession.
Senator Fatima Payman apologises to Helen Haines
Independent senator Fatima Payman offered a personal apology to MP Helen Haines and her office following comments about an alleged attack.
Bomb threat at parliament
Australian Federal Police responded to a bomb threat at parliament shortly before lunch, with inquiries continuing into the caller.
ABC demands removal of Bluey from One Nation cartoon
The ABC doubled down on its call for depictions of the children's character Bluey to be removed from a One Nation cartoon showing the character running over politicians with an SUV.
Greens leader addresses cost-of-living
Greens leader David Shoebridge addressed the National Press Club in Canberra, promising to help Australians struggling with cost-of-living pressures.
Climate Council report on diesel costs
A Climate Council report found Australia paid more than twice as much as any other nation in additional diesel import costs during the global fuel crisis.
Australia Post CEO bonus revealed
Outgoing Australia Post CEO Paul Graham received a $1.2 million bonus on top of his $1.64 million base salary in the last financial year.
