Australia politics live: Tim Wilson says it’s ‘silly’ to ask if house prices should go up or down amid debate over property tax reform
Follow today’s news live Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Hume has no problem with more debate on NDIS changes, but criticises ‘horse trading’ between…
‘My mum says I’m not working class any more!’: Olivia Cooke on power, privilege, and dividing audiences in House of Dragon
The actor has a knack for playing characters that test viewers’ loyalties. As the Game of Thrones prequel returns, she talks problem fans, ‘boy mums’ and why the arts should…
From riding the bus to reaching the top shelf: 18 simple exercises to prepare you for everyday life
Fitness isn’t just about getting a six-pack or competing in a triathlon. These straightforward, low-intensity moves will improve your strength and mobility and make almost everything easier There are lots…
Australia is publishing books too quickly – and everyone is losing out
Thanks to rushed deadlines, financial pressure and overworked staff, titles are going to market before they’re ready – and then sliding from view immediately A Sydney author – I’ll call…
Kindness of strangers: We were hurtling away on the wrong train with a baby in tow – then a gentleman offered to help
This was 1983, so there was no Google Maps. All I could think to do was shout down the carriage, ‘Does anyone here speak English? We’re lost!’ Read more in…
Oliver’s mum was a narcissist and his dad avoidant. His own breakup forced him to address his dysfunctional childhood | Nicholas Purcell
Not every adult escapes their difficult childhood. And learning what a healthy relationship feels like takes time The modern mind is a column where experts discuss mental health issues they…
Greg Jericho on the economic forces pushing Australia towards populism – podcast
Last week, the Reserve Bank kept interest rates on hold but the decision was followed by a warning that a future rate rise was on the table because prices are…
Australian economy ‘drifting’ despite natural gifts
Australia has the resources it needs to be a globally prosperous economy, but it is failing to convert those assets into meaningful growth, a think tank says. Abundant renewable energy,…
NDIS Bill hits the disabled harder than the fraudsters
The NDIS Bill is brutal. It cuts support for people with permanent, significant disability – the people this scheme was built for – while leaving the structural problems largely untouched.…
Labor’s reform outlook cools before long winter break
Labor will attempt to push through controversial changes to the tax system before parliament takes a long winter break. Negotiations are under way between the Greens and the Albanese government…