Malcolm Turnbull
- Opinion
- Australia votes
Independents wield the power of balance
The emergence of more and more credible community independent campaigns is a sign that more Australians are actively engaging in the political process.
- Kerryn Phelps
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- Opinion
- Liberal Party
The Liberals have a Malcolm problem. It’s not their first
What is it about prime ministers called Malcolm? A history of the most querulous leaders.
- Brad Emery
Turnbull imitates Trump
Former prime minister Malcolm Turnbull mimics US President Donald Trump during a speech at the National Press Club in Canberra.
- Opinion
- Foreign relations
Why our former PMs should speak up, not shut up
Julia Gillard has been praised for maintaining a dignified silence since leaving politics. But wouldn’t we like to hear more from her?
- Matthew Knott
Death threats, 3am texts: Former Liberal MP Matt Kean on becoming a climate champion
His stance on global warming has earned him powerful enemies – but the Climate Change Authority chair believes the stakes are too high to beat about the bush.
- Anne Hyland
Unified approach is best for Australia in the face of Trump’s onslaught
The global political landscape is changing, and all Australians are affected, writes Betty Green.
- Opinion
- Trump diplomacy
I won’t be gaslit over Trump. If you suck up to him, you will get more bullying
When I was prime minister, I was told not to stand up to Donald Trump. I was told to flatter him, offer him things. I didn’t do that, and I achieved very good outcomes for Australia.
- Malcolm Turnbull
Caravan bomb hoax has revealed Dutton for what he is – a scaremonger
Instead of seeking police advice on the situation, the opposition leader chose to encourage division and fear, writes Tony Judge.
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- Trump diplomacy
Turnbull accuses ABC of being ‘pusillanimous’ over Trump trade questions
The former prime minister, who said he supported the national broadcaster, grew testy and claimed it was not “standing up” for Australia.
- Olivia Ireland
'Is that the depths you’ve sunk to?'
Former prime minister Malcolm Turnbull grew testy at ABC host Sally Sara as she questioned his comments about Donald Trump being a “bully” amid ongoing trade talks.
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