Politics & Society

Opinion
The Australian Opposition’s electoral woes will get worse before they get better
Focusing on the ‘Trump-lite’ policies of the Liberal Party obscures the deep structural issues it faces

Opinion
Like Canada, Australia has rejected Trump’s disruption
Many Australians saw this Federal election as a referendum on the country’s future in a world re-shaped by Donald Trump. Labor’s confident win is a data point in a global realignment

Opinion
6 ways good climate policy helps your wallet and your health
Good economic and health policies depend on good climate policy, and the earlier we implement them, the better for our future

Opinion
One word is missing from this Australian election. It’s Asia.
Any new Australian government must navigate the confronting reality of a 'post-America Asia' as part of its foreign policy, but that’s not being talked about in this election campaign

Analysis
How construction technology can help solve Australia's housing crisis
Construction productivity has been declining for years; educating our workforce in new technologies and fostering entrepreneurial mindsets is vital for recovery

Opinion
Anti-trans attitudes have existed for years, but organised disinformation campaigns are increasingly driving them
Disinformation exists across all parts of the global political spectrum, but it goes far beyond simply lying

Analysis
The subtle theatre of Australia’s election season
Australian politics tends to shy away from grand spectacle, but Albanese and Dutton both need to reassure a restless public that, amid global chaos, Australia remains anchored in pragmatism

Analysis
Are young men really becoming more conservative?
Many young Australians are angry and disenfranchised, not least young men, but stigmatising and demonising them is counterproductive

Opinion
10 reasons why nuclear energy is a bad idea for Australia
There’s a lot of information and disinformation out there on nuclear energy. These are my 10 reasons why nuclear energy would be a bad idea for Australia