Before we dive too deeply into today’s news, some poignant pictures from the great Mike Bowers from last night.

The PM, Foreign Minister and Opposition Leader met with Yulia Navalnaya, the widow of Alexei Navalny, the Russian opposition leader who died last year after being sent to a prison in Siberia.

“We honour Ms Navalnaya’s courage and reflect on Mr Navalny’s sacrifice and enduring legacy in the fight for freedom and justice,” Penny Wong said in a statement.

The Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Foreign Minister Penny Wong at a meeting with Yulia Navalnaya the wife of slain Russian Opposition Leader Alexei Navalnaya in Parliament House.
Foreign Minister Penny Wong at a meeting with Yulia Navalnaya.
Opposition Leader Sussan Ley at a meeting with Yulia Navalnaya. Photograph by Mike Bowers. Wednesday 3rd September 2025.