Letters
China’s renewables push puts Australia on the spot
Ross Gittins is spot on when he suggests that China would enjoy usurping the US in the move to renewables.
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McClymont deserves all plaudits over Jones probe
Congratulations to Kate McClymont for the seminal role her thorough, principled investigations played in the apprehending of Alan Jones.
Fix the planning system – now that’s a good plan
Successive governments over many decades have wound back spending on public housing, sending people into the private rental market. We need more modest, cheaper-to-build homes.
Koala habitat destruction is a disgrace
How many times do we have to read stories about the NSW government’s failure to deliver the Great Koala National Park?
Looking ahead, PM must focus on strong change
Shaun Carney has asked some questions our prime minister needs to address. The Voice referendum’s failure was not a good start to his tenure but the government has not been an embarrassment to this nation – as were the previous Coalition governments.
More respect for women is key to choice over babies
For some couples, there are insurmountable obstacles to having children.
Greens’ opportunism has tanked their popularity
A once environment-focused party has morphed into a perfection-demanding group of political sooks.
Pupil-free days help foster better outcomes
I really scratch my head at the attitude towards teachers that some parents display. They all want what is best for their child but they can’t seem to connect the dots between better-prepared quality teachers and better outcomes for all students.
Rinehart’s hearty applause for Trump is so dispiriting
Gina Rinehart’s unbridled endorsement of Donald Trump’s agenda is depressing.
Not all heritage sites are a ‘must balance heritage with amenity’
The so-called “toilet block” at Middle Head Oval in Mosman is much more than that. It is an amenities building housing two change rooms, dedicated sex-specific toilet facilities, umpire rooms, clubrooms, kiosk, covered viewing area and storage underneath.
Trump victory puts the nature of democracy in question
Democracies have a fatal flaw: majorities can elect leaders who do not believe in democracy or the rule of law or the necessity of strong independent civil institutions such as universities and a free press.
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