Could Australia defend itself?
Supporters of the Australian Defence Force being more closely integrated with the US military, and of AUKUS, seem convinced that we need the US to defend ourselves. Former senator and…
Brotherly bond key to Birdsville Races epic journey
When the Keys brothers were growing up in the bush, there was no electricity in their home and they had to ride a pony bareback 10km into town. It might…
Latest phone chat points towards Albanese-Trump meeting
A fourth phone call shared by Anthony Albanese and Donald Trump is being flagged as a step towards an in-person meeting between the prime minister and the US president. Almost…
Instagram influencers are changing how we travel
Scrolling through Instagram, a sun-soaked beach in Byron Bay or a sweeping view over Uluru can spark more than just envy – it can change travel plans. Social media influencers…
Labor’s War for Secrecy | Scam of the Week
This week we dive into Labor’s assault on transparency with their FOI amendment bill a so-called “reform” that actually makes it harder for Australians to access public information. While Albo…
US immigration agents arrest 475 in Hyundai plant raid
Hundreds of workers at a Hyundai Motor car battery facility under construction in the US state of Georgia have been detained in a major raid by authorities, stopping work on…
PM dials in on elusive Trump meeting after latest call
A fourth phone call between the prime minister and the US president could bring Anthony Albanese a step closer to meeting Donald Trump in person, analysts say. Almost a year…
Electric road fees push sparks-up to plug fuel tax gap
Reforms to make electric vehicle users pay their fair share of road maintenance costs should not discourage drivers transitioning away from petrol cars, the treasurer says. Jim Chalmers held talks…
Israel lobby has luxury antisemitism summit on Gold Coast while Gaza burns
While hundreds were killed in Gaza this week the Israel lobby held a luxury summit for local councillors on the Gold Coast to suppress criticism of Israel. Wendy Bacon and…
Authorities wanted to seize prizes, lottery trial told
Authorities wanted to take back “life-changing” prizes from trade promotion winners, a lawyer for high-profile businessman Adrian Portelli has told his trial. Portelli, 36, of Melbourne, has faced a two-day…