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Politics June 18, 2022
What Anthony Albanese needs to do next
In the run-up to the election, Anthony Albanese pledged to bring Australians together again. Now, as prime minister, he must deliver on his promise.
Politics June 18, 2022
Part two: The Howard battlers joined the party
After John Howard’s loss, the Liberal Party was transformed again, with branches taken over by religious sects, and the voters he targeted from a distance becoming members.
Environment June 18, 2022
Loggers accused of Wombat forest ‘smash-up operation’
In an area approved for national park status, bulldozers cleared swaths of forest, destroying vital ecosystems. Now VicForests is accused of exploiting traditional owners in a propaganda war against scientists.
IR June 18, 2022
Inside the Qantas saga: ‘It is a wonder they can get a plane off the ground’
As Qantas drops to become the worst performing airline in the country, staff and unions say years of outsourcing have turned it into a budget carrier.
Law & Crime June 18, 2022
The aged-care crisis in prisons
Despite ample warning that Australia’s jails are facing a rapidly ageing population, little action has been taken to mitigate the complications of dementia and illness.
World June 18, 2022
Public hearings examine a ‘dark day’ for US democracy
What Trump and Fox lied about, and the former president’s comeback plans.
Law & Crime June 11, 2022
Why did Google try to defend Friendlyjordies’ Barilaro videos?
Google’s defence of a popular YouTuber’s blatantly racist and defamatory content has cost it dearly, both in money and reputation.
World June 11, 2022
EU accuses Russia of using food as a ‘stealth missile’
Albanese’s message to Indonesia. Tragedy in a Nigerian church. Boris Johnson survives, for the moment.
Environment June 11, 2022
Fight to save ‘punk turtle’ hit by floods
Endangered turtles in the Mary River are among the species suffering devastating setbacks after record flooding in southern Queensland that caused extensive damage to habitat and food sources.
Politics June 11, 2022
‘Negligent in the extreme’: Labor inherits crises across portfolios
As Labor ministers take up their portfolios, the party has uncovered a mess of unmade decisions and funding holes across Arts, Energy and the NDIS.
Politics June 11, 2022
Part one: Collapse of the modern Liberal Party
The crumbling of the Liberal Party can be traced back to John Howard’s leadership even in opposition, and his remaking of Menzies’ party in his own image.
Economy June 11, 2022
Why the RBA’s interest rates rise won’t work
The Reserve Bank’s decision to raise rates will not substantially address inflation, as questions are asked about the bank’s role and its obligations to workers.
