PRIME Minister Tony Abbott is reportedly open to calling a judicial inquiry into the Martin Place siege.

A RENEWED fight on the ­federal budget will begin within days as Tony Abbott names a new Assistant Treasurer.

NSW Nationals MP Troy Grant has hit out at alt-right nationalists after an ABC Background Briefing investigation revealed an infiltration of the party by self-described fascists.

Melbourne hosts top-eight side Fremantle at the MCG to kick off Saturday's AFL action before St Kilda takes on Brisbane, and Geelong travel to Adelaide to take on the Power. Follow all the stats, scores and commentary.

Concerns are raised about the number of people flouting advice not to travel this long weekend, with reports holidaymakers are descending on coastal communities south of Adelaide despite police warnings.