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politics November 10, 2018
Neo-Nazi Nats and party infiltrations
The expulsion of a group of neo-Nazis from the Young Nationals highlights the way extremist and special interest groups can infiltrate major political parties, especially as falling party memberships put takeovers more easily within reach.
media November 10, 2018
Kerry O’Brien reflects on John Howard
For a significant part of Kerry O’Brien’s career, John Howard dominated Australian politics. The award-winning journalist talks about the former PM’s divisive recipe for success.
law & crime November 3, 2018
Tax benefits of legalising cannabis
According to figures requested by the Reason Party, legalising cannabis and personal drug use would generate millions of dollars in tax revenue and benefit an overwrought legal system.
politics November 10, 2018
Exclusive: Auditor-general found Morrison breaches
While mystery surrounds Scott Morrison’s sacking from Tourism Australia, a buried audit report shows numerous anomalies and concerns over contracts worth $184 million.
politics October 27, 2018
Turnbull used to head off regional distrust
Malcolm Turnbull’s relationship with the Indonesian president is being used to shore up free trade negotiations as Scott Morrison hopes to convey stability abroad.
resources October 27, 2018
Climate change claims its first mammal extinction
Liberal moderates, corporations and the voters of Wentworth have all called on the Morrison government to act on climate change. But the country’s top scientists say its effects are already wreaking havoc across Australia.
asia pacific October 27, 2018
Asylum seekers homeless in Indonesia
With few people-smuggling boats in operation, asylum seekers in Indonesia now face living on the streets as detention centres close their doors following Australia’s funding cuts, in what appears to be the latest deterrence strategy.
immigration October 20, 2018
Doctors demand medivac of Nauru children
After weeks of lobbying in Canberra, a leading paediatrician fears Australia’s toxic refugee politics will strand children on Nauru in a dire medical emergency.
politics October 20, 2018
How Scott Morrison changed his mind on Israel
Three weeks ago, the prime minister said there would be no changes to his policy on Israel. Then, on the eve of the Wentworth byelection, he changed his mind.
media October 13, 2018
As advertising on the Opera House shows the political influence of Alan Jones, his rivals and confidants marvel at his singular power.
politics October 13, 2018
Wentworth: The race that has stopped the nation
Politics is being held in stasis as the government awaits the outcome of the Wentworth byelection – even as the Liberal candidate is missing in action.
