Australian Politics

ATO officers have broad powers of information collection, but how far can they legally go when that information is protected by client professional privilege?

With various Australian elections on the horizon, it shouldn’t be a surprise Labor governments are distancing themselves from the CFMEU. It’s happened throughout their history

Environmental and social issues need to be considered together for sustainable finance reforms to contribute positively to the wellbeing of the planet and its people

26 January is a divisive and illogical date to celebrate our country. An alternative date acknowledges Indigenous history while also reflecting modern Australia

New research finds that hikes in the cost of some university degrees had limited impact on students’ choices

Neo-Nazis feed on fear and controversy. Their response to new Australian laws banning their symbols is hard to predict

COP28 is a reminder that higher education needs a mandate to combat the climate crisis and support the planet

The Australian PM’s visit to China was welcomed, but Chinese media remains wary about Australian-US international relations, say University of Melbourne experts

The ‘no’ result in the referendum to enshrine a Voice to Parliament has divided Australia. How do we process our emotions about the result – both as individuals and as a society?

As Australians vote in the referendum on an Indigenous Voice to Parliament, Professor Marcia Langton AO says the no campaign has used misinformation and lies to confuse a very simple question