The moment I knew: ‘He put down the camera and asked permission to kiss me’
Susan Hayes and Craig got to know each other through an online game. When they finally met in person, it felt like a real-life romance novel Find more stories from…
After the annual frenzy of debate around 26 January comes the political silence. First Nations people know it all too well | Bridget Cama
We need sustained, honest discussions about why we are no closer to closing the gap and addressing our nation’s unfinished business. Instead we get delay dressed up as action Bridget…
Defence boss to replace Rudd as next US ambassador
Defence department boss Greg Moriarty has been appointed Australia’s next ambassador to the US, replacing former prime minister Kevin Rudd. Mr Moriarty has led the department since late 2017 and…
Liberal backers defend Ley as leadership showdown looms
With preparations possibly under way to roll Sussan Ley, key Liberal backers insist she will remain as leader of the opposition. A leadership spill is shaping up for early February…
‘Seriously wrong’: activists condemn fracking decision
Opponents of a proposed fracking project in Australia’s remote north are lining up to appeal a “failed” approval decision, as big business eyes future development of the region. Western Australia’s…
Carney vs Albanese. Redefining Australia’s place in the world. And Indonesia?
Canada’s redefinition of relations with Trump’s America serves as a stark reminder of Australia’s place in the world and our need to realign, too. Duncan Graham reports from our reluctant…
Trump threatens Canada with tariffs over any China deal
US President Donald Trump says he will impose a 100 per cent tariff on Canada if it makes a trade deal with China and warned Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney…
‘From the heart’: Wolfe Brothers sweep Golden Guitars
Australia’s most decorated country duo were about to chase their American dream when they realised they couldn’t call the US home. The Wolfe Brothers’ album Australian Made is a homage…
Nvidia CEO in Shanghai amid China regulatory headwinds
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is in Shanghai, a person briefed on the matter says, as the US chip giant faces fierce competition from local rivals and scrutiny from Chinese authorities.…
Mourning Bondi. Australia’s hierarchy of grief
Australia does not suffer from a lack of empathy. It suffers from selective empathy. And nowhere is that clearer than in the way our political and media class decide who…