Australia’s decision to recognise a Palestinian state came after the government sensed a major shift in the domestic mood over the war in Gaza, and showed that Canberra was unafraid of upsetting Israel,

Good evening, and thank you for reading our national news live blog. Here’s a look at this afternoon’s key stories: Health and Disability Minister Mark Butler has moved to assure parents their kids won’t be kicked off the NDIS and slapped down complaints from state premiers as concern brews about the government’s ability to deliver a new disability system for children within two years.