Campbell Newman
Perspective
Government
A Queensland Senate may be the only thing to protect the LNP from itself
A proportionally representative Queensland upper house would protect future state governments from their worst instincts.
- by Cameron Atfield
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Casinos
Queen’s Wharf will be a winner but no denying many visitors will lose
At a time so many people are already struggling to keep a roof over their heads, this shiny new palace won’t help.
- by Cameron Atfield
Crisafulli cops flak from both flanks over support of Labor budget
The Opposition Leader’s “small-target” approach to October’s election has drawn criticism from both Labor and the last LNP colleague to run the state.
- by Matt Dennien
Who’s who in Qld’s fierce Senate fight and how it is likely to play out
Amid the intrigue of the looming federal election outcome is the often more drawn-out Senate contest. In Queensland, voters are faced with a crowded field — particularly on the conservative side of the ballot.
- by Matt Dennien
It ain’t easy being Green: Senate hopeful takes on Palmer, Hanson
Many of Queensland’s regions hold elections in a vice-like grip, firm as the handshakes among its stolid industrial workforce and conservative voting base. But what will happen when the Greens try to push in?
- by Cloe Read
Queensland short-changed in federal budget, says state treasurer
Cameron Dick has accused the Morrison government of reneging on 86 per cent of its infrastructure pledge and failing to invest in the state’s renewable energy industry, housing and transport.
- by Cameron Atfield
Analysis
Analysis
A political dynasty that should have lasted years
Ten years ago, Campbell Newman was elected premier with a huge majority. With such a base on which to build, the LNP should have been in power for a decade. So what went wrong?
- by Cameron Atfield
‘They burn you’: Liberal Democrat sends entire party spectacular resignation letter
Kirsty O’Sullivan sent a blistering farewell to the political party’s entire mailing list making accusations of nepotism and sidelining women.
- by Michael Koziol
Rocking the suburbs: Labor’s plan to win back City Hall
Labor hasn’t held led Brisbane City Council since 2004. But Opposition Leader Jared Cassidy believes there is a mood for change.
- by Cloe Read
Enemies Campbell Newman and Clive Palmer turn mates for votes
Clive Palmer realised Campbell Newman wasn’t such a bad guy when they both ordered oysters.
- by Zach Hope
Comeback Campbell: The angry ex-premier and his battle for regional Queensland
Former Queensland premier Campbell Newman, the self-styled anti-establishment libertarian, is resurrecting his political career, and he’s starting with the Coalition’s conservative base.
- by Zach Hope
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