Michelle Milthorpe on fighting One Nation in Farrer – podcast
This Saturday’s byelection in Sussan Ley’s former seat of Farrer is expected to be a tight two-horse race between a community independent and a One Nation candidate – with none…
Snowy 2.0. A snow-job costing taxpayers twenty times its budget
The newly revealed $40B blowout on Snowy 2.0 is shocking, but not surprising. Former senator Rex Patrick on management and oversight failures. Originally announced in 2017, Snowy 2.0 is a…
Price impact uncertain from gas reservation scheme
An east coast gas reserve will help prevent shortfalls, a federal minister says, but uncertainty remains on how much the scheme will bring down prices for households. Under the reservation…
‘A tough ask’: coalition braces for by-election defeat
Coalition parties have conceded holding onto the seat of Farrer will be a tall order ahead of the crucial by-election. Voters will head to the polls on Saturday to replace…
‘Decline’: housing downturn looms as rate hikes bite
Australia is on the cusp of a housing market downturn as interest rates and affordability woes sap buyer demand, new data suggests. Sydney and Melbourne are already in the early…
‘Inflationary’ WA handouts could inflame GST debate
“Unnecessarily inflationary” handouts in the cashed-up West Australian budget are likely to displease the Reserve Bank, according to a top economist. And such was the largesse on offer in Thursday’s…
Weapon-maker investments stoke warnings for Future Fund
Australia has been warned it could be in breach of international law after it was revealed the Future Fund has invested millions in weapons companies involved in Israel’s bombardment of…
‘ISIS brides’ return home to chaotic airport scenes
Three Australian women with ties to Islamic State could face court as soon as Friday on slavery, crimes against humanity and terror charges after returning home following years in a…
Sensation, controversy: premier portrait to be unveiled
It’s the Archibald, so everyone has an opinion. Ahead of the winner’s announcement on Friday, 59 finalists have been on public display at the Art Gallery of NSW, with various…
Final showdown set in Rebel’s fiery fight with co-star
The curtains are set to close on the fiery high-profile court battle between Hollywood actor Rebel Wilson and the star of her directorial debut film after two weeks. The pair…