Senate estimates day two: Home Affairs and Finance take the hot seat

Updated October 27 2026 - 9:05am , first published 8:00am · Updated October 27 2026 - 9:05am , first published 8:00am Welcome to day two of Senate estimates! Subscribe now for unlimited access. or signup to continue reading SAVE $100 All articles from our website & app The digital version of Today's Paper Crosswords, Sudoku and Trivia All other in your area Yesterday we heard from public servants on Australia's multimillion-dollar bill for pre-COP 31, blown out bills for Snowy 2.0 and the Cheaper Home Batteries program, safety issues for public servants online and an $11.4 million ad telling Aussies to keep their tyres pumped.

Secretary of the Department of Home Affairs of Australia Stephanie Foster. Picture by Keegan Carroll AT A GLANCE If the blog doesn't appear above, refresh the page. The Departments of Home Affairs, Finance and Infrastructure and Services Australia will headline today's proceedings.

Zac Braxton-Smith wrapped up Monday's Senate estimates coverage: - The debate over public servants' treatment in senate estimates continue, with Prime Minister and Cabinet secretary saying it put their health at risk, - Senator David Pocock grill officials over potential changes to copyright laws that are causing uproar in the arts community, - A major stoush erupt over who was to blame for Snowy Hydro's $20-billion plus blowout, - Threats the Northern Territory government could lose its Close the Fap fund if it continues to underperform, And much more, all found here .

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