We know who will be doing what in the Shorten government, whereas Morrison’s cabinet merely looks like a collection of holes to be filled. Jumping beyond May 18, we know a good deal more about how a Shorten government ministry would look than the shape of a re-elected Morrison government. A rash of…
The government’s election budget gives us both the carrot and the stick
The government’s election budget promises notable tax cuts while claiming fiduciary responsibility. Can less be more?
We mustn’t use our political power to kick Anning out of parliament
As it stands, many are calling for Fraser Anning to be kicked out of parliament. However, if we want to be inclusive, we mustn’t use our political powers to do it.
Mediscare 2.0: Why Labor fears the scare campaign
Labor might be front at the moment, but the spectre of Mediscare may come back to haunt them come election time.
Government refuses release of live sheep video as FOI shows heat stress suffering
Last year, the government recorded the conditions that live sheep suffer during export. However, their “official version” has some substantial details missing.
The Nationals completely failed to show leadership during Andrew Broad scandal
Michael McCormack, the second-in-charge of the nation, completely failed to show leadership regarding the actions of Andrew Broad.
Morrison promises $1.25B for health, asks states about immigration
The Morrison government has announced a transformative health program that will promise “more doctors, nurses and services”, there might be a caveat, however.
All smiles: Coalition bags the smallest deficit in a decade
In a result that surprised many, the Coalition has delivered the smallest deficit in a decade, much faster than predicted.
“He doesn’t just get even” Libs need to act on bullying after second woman MP quits
In an extraordinary turn of events, the extent of the bullying within the Liberal Party was illuminated for all to see.
Nats find no evidence to support Barnaby Joyce sexual harassment claim
Despite a lengthy investigation, the Nationals were unable to find evidence linking Barnaby Joyce to sexual harassment allegations. Not everyone is happy.
Minister for Women says Libs were “subject to bullying” during spill
Scott Morrison has vowed to handle it internally, but the bullying during the spill that placed him in power should be openly discussed in the public forum.
Dutton remains as Morrison’s team gets off on the wrong foot
While we now know who makes up the Morrison government, a couple of surprises remain. Including one Peter Dutton.
Turnbull trying to pin Husar scandal on Shorten
In the wake of Emma Husar stepping down, Bill Shorten is feeling the heat from the other side of the room.
Where to now for a diminished Turnbull?
Super Saturday might have favoured the ALP, but the after effects are being felt elsewhere, as Malcolm Turnbull must now quickly regroup.
Shorten runs riot on Super Saturday
Super Saturday was touted as an entree to the election proper. If that is the case, Malcolm got served.
Keating unleashes vitriolic attack on Nine’s takeover of Fairfax
In the wake of the titanic Nine/Fairfax merger, former PM Paul Keating eviscerated one for enabling the other.
Bill and Mal’s excellent byelection tactic: Claim underdog status
With the Longman and Braddon byelections around the corner, the leaders of both parties have strangely gone for the same ‘underdog’ strategy.
Consumers zapped by unfair electricity market: Report
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has called for a total overhaul of what it calls an unfair and confusing market.
Parliament should care about its reputation even if Leyonhjelm doesn’t value his
With David Leyonhjelm refusing the apologise for his comments regarding Sarah Hanson-Young, I suggest the Senate needs to step in.
The Shorten long of it: Bill is in trouble
Things might be quickly falling apart for Bill Shorten, as one gaffe this week has promoted an internal question to be asked: Should we kill Bill?
Labor makes tax fight about Malcolm’s pocket
Well, we have the first attack ad of the season as the ALP took aim at Turnbull’s tax measures. We’re at the start of a long road.
Government suspends our largest live sheep exporter
Well, the other shoe has dropped, as our government has moved against an icon of live exporting.
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