Town on high alert in cyclone’s wake amid flood fears
A sandbagged and already-saturated outback town is back on major flood alert as it continues a rollercoaster ride through consecutive storms. Katherine locals were ready to breathe a sigh of…
Fuel crisis. Industry lobbying counters national interest
With the continued uncertainty of supply from the Middle East, Australia’s fuel reserves are more important than ever. What’s the scam? The scam is that the Australian Institute of Petroleum…
Your money, their rules. Super funds support Israel war machine
Australian industry super funds are investing in companies involved in the Gaza genocide, and unions are not demanding they stop. Andrew Gardiner reports. Protected by rules putting a member’s “best…
EU deal boosts Australian defence and science alliances
Australia and Europe will step up co-operation on defence, security and scientific research as part of long-awaited deals inked alongside a new trade agreement. European Commission President Ursula von der…
E-bike crackdown in fast lane under nation-leading laws
A national crackdown on electric bikes has gathered speed as multiple states slam the brakes on illegal, high-powered mobility devices amid safety concerns. Queensland has become the latest government to…
Double standard claim as refugees plea for urgent help
Ferdos had mixed emotions when Australia granted Iran’s soccer players asylum – relief at their safety but confused at her own visa application being in limbo for 14 years. The…
Nuclear armageddon! Is this it for real? Really?! | First Dog on the Moon
The last time I was genuinely worried about nuclear war was more than 30 years ago. It’s nowhere near as fun now Sign up here to get an email whenever…
The Guardian view on Trump’s Iran ‘talks’: a war, a pause – and a distraction | Editorial
The US president claims progress in talks with Iran, but uncertainty persists. Meanwhile, Israel advances West Bank annexation under cover of a crisis It must be tough for Donald Trump:…
A war and maybe an unprecedented depression: it’s Trump’s mania, but now all of us will pay the price | Polly Toynbee
It had been possible to observe this presidency in abstract terms, but no more. The consequences of the Iran attack will affect our lives and our politics Nothing has changed.…
Inside One Nation’s orange wave in SA and what it means for the nation – podcast
Pauline Hanson’s One Nation surged ahead of the Liberal party and secured seats in both sides of the South Australian parliament in the recent state election. It’s the first time…