How McGowan presided over a political revolution
The outgoing WA Premier fractured the federation, became supreme ruler of the west, arch protector of its people, and exploited the deepest instincts of his state’s insularity amid riches.
The outgoing WA Premier fractured the federation, became supreme ruler of the west, arch protector of its people, and exploited the deepest instincts of his state’s insularity amid riches.
An alliance of elites is urging the Yes campaign for an Indigenous voice to parliament upon a wary and suspicious Australian public. Reconciliation cannot be achieved by division.
Whether this is a mountain or a mirage, time will tell. But the energy accord vests Albanese with loads of foreign policy ambition that can be turned into domestic political advantage.
Tony Eggleton was the only member of Harold Holt’s staff to make the transition to John Gorton’s prime ministership. It would test him.
It’s a race against time as Peter Dutton and Anthony Albanese vie over economic management and energy policy.
The lucky country has rarely been more lucky. Labor did not make this luck – but Jim Chalmers is using it to immense political and economic advantage.
The reign of King Charles III comes with challenges for Australian monarchists and republicans alike.
While the then Prince Charles made a mistake with a letter of support for his friend Sir John Kerr, it is false to suggest the royal had any role in the Dismissal.
America will not compromise on national security and the economy will be subject to this imperative. Grim times are coming.
Anthony Albanese and Jim Chalmers have to reconcile the irreconcilable. The PM poses as Mr Compassion, Mr National Security and Mr Budget Responsibility. It’s too good to be true.
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