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Law & Crime August 23, 2025
The abattoir using copyright law against activists
In a blow to animal rights activists and press freedom, the Federal Court has granted the copyright of footage taken at a Victorian slaughterhouse to the meat processor itself.
International Relations August 23, 2025
Australia’s united front on Ukraine
As an international coalition steps up support of Ukraine in its war with Russia, Opposition Leader Sussan Ley has backed the prime minister’s offer of Australian forces to join peacekeeping efforts.
Business August 23, 2025
‘Jetstar with a paint job’: Inside the $90 million Qantas fine
After five years of failed appeals and obfuscation, Qantas has been fined a record $90 million for breaching industrial laws when it outsourced its ground crews.
Environment August 23, 2025
‘Moving sideways’: Emissions stuck in Morrison era
Experts warn Australia will not meet its 2030 emissions reduction target – at the same time as the Albanese government is expected to announce bolder targets for 2035.
Business August 23, 2025
‘Long may she reign’: How powerful is Gina Rinehart?
Having lost her close relationship with Peter Dutton, Gina Rinehart is working to exert influence in a radically different Canberra.
Business August 23, 2025
Economic round table recycles broken ideas
ANALYSIS: To boost Australian productivity, the government must look beyond the lower-tax and free-market solutions that have long reinforced its downward trend.
World August 23, 2025
Trump pledges security for Ukraine as part of peace deal
NZ’s first spying conviction. Netanyahu considers ‘partial’ ceasefire deal. Hong Kong fury over activist asylum.
Education August 16, 2025
ANU crisis: Pressure mounts on Bishop and Bell
As an inquiry hears evidence of alleged bullying and mistreatment, sources confirm there is no desire to change senior management at the ANU.
Politics August 16, 2025
Advance an ‘insidious threat’ to Liberals
As lobby group Advance campaigns against the Coalition on net zero, Liberals accept the debate has become ‘a proxy battle for the future of the Liberal Party and control of the Liberal Party’.
Immigration August 16, 2025
Elijah Buol to lead Asylum Seekers Centre
Sydney’s Asylum Seekers Centre has been helping refugees for 32 years. Now its running will be entrusted to a man who truly understands what it means to walk through its doors.
World August 16, 2025
Trump calls in the National Guard to patrol ‘unsafe’ DC
Australia signs security pact with Vanuatu. UN reports on torture in Myanmar. Plans for lunar nuclear reactors.
Technology August 16, 2025
Risks in the race to deregulate
ANALYSIS: As the government strives to fast-track a green transition and manufacturing revival, it’s crucial to avoid ceding control to private enterprise.
