The Daily Aus Headlines: Angus Taylor becomes the new Liberal Party leader
Feb 13, 2026
A new Liberal leader has been chosen and immigration and values are flagged as priorities. Australia Post is seeking a stamp price rise as letter volumes fall. Portugal may require parental consent for 13–16 year olds to use social media. Pop star Kylie Minogue is honoured with a Barbie Signature Collector Doll celebrating her career.
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Leadership Change And Priorities
- Angus Taylor won the Liberal Party leadership with 34 votes to Susan Lee's 17, becoming opposition leader.
- Taylor said he'll prioritise immigration and put Australian values at the centre of party policy.
Susan Lee's Resignation
- Susan Lee, the Liberal Party's first female leader, received 17 votes and announced she would resign from Parliament after 25 years.
- Her resignation followed the leadership result and marks the end of a long political career.
Stamp Prices Under Pressure
- Australia Post has requested a stamp price rise to $1.85 due to falling mail volumes and rising costs.
- Letter numbers plunged over 11% last financial year to the lowest since the 1930s, prompting regulator feedback.