Politics

Just three years ago, the Liberal National Party occupied the seats of the Australian Parliament with an extraordinarily gifted ministry, with university parchments and accolades proudly adorning the walls of their offices. Leading this remarkable […]

Vague Promises Today, Vested Interests Tomorrow – Australia Deserves Better By Sue Barrett The Case for Voter Protection We have consumer protection laws for a reason – because without them, dodgy salesmen would fleece us […]

The phony campaign is underway. How nasty will Spud go? Tasting notes: a terroir of earthy fear and loathing with less than subtle notes of racism, bottled in Abbottesque carping negativism and belligerence, exhibiting a […]

As politicians Peter Dutton and Donald Trump share a number of similarities, among them their styles, rhetoric, and policy approaches. These parallels are often highlighted in discussions about populism, conservative leadership, and divisive political strategies. […]

Peter Dutton ranks high in most lists of unlikeable politicians, and the reasons for the widespread dislike are multifaceted. Here’s a breakdown of why many people harbour negative views toward him. This isn’t an exhaustive […]

The week that was: cyclones, simple answers to complex problems, insensitivity, diplomacy, integrity, humour, and much more. One of my most fervent critics, known for his sharp wit and keen eye for detail, has urged […]

An interesting list of “Peter Dutton says…” we’ll not see the media repeating: On the Medevac Bill (2019) Quote: “The reality is people will die… paedophiles, murderers, and rapists… will take the medical help.” Context: […]

Peter Dutton has outlined key policies heading into the election including public service cuts, nuclear power investment, migration reductions, and housing initiatives, yet the details of each remain murky due to his strategy of deferring […]

Slogans Won’t Save Us: The Case for Smarter Leadership By Sue Barrett Albert Einstein once warned, “We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them.” This timeless truth underscores […]

Monash University Labor has secured another comfortable victory over the Liberals in Western Australia as the federal election looms. Despite big swings against Labor in many seats, the Liberals could not capitalise with independents and the Greens […]