We need answers, not cowboy envoys
China’s ambassador has overstepped his role. Beijing’s duplicity on COVID-19 leaves the globe vulnerable.
Editorials
Cook’s endeavour transformed the world
Viewed from ship or shore, it was a defining moment.
Youth welfare demands clarity
A gender clinic inquiry serves everyone, including trans kids.
Ditch policy complacency for fresh economic agenda
Tax cuts are necessary but not sufficient in post-crisis world.
A complex strategic challenge
In relating to China, Australia needs to stand its ground.
Bluetooth handshakes to help reopen economy
The task is to expunge COVID-19 while lifting lockdowns.
Anzac spirit shining bright amid lockdown
Values like mateship, fairness and duty are in good supply.
Australian model tackles crisis
A rare chance to reset the economy for the post-virus world,
Corbyn-19 a political dead end for Labor
As a student activist, Anthony Albanese railed against Labor’s pro-market reforms. But as the alternative PM, he must embrace the private sector.
States muddle students’ return
Choice matters, but schools should be nudged to open up.
Transparency stops pandemics
Beijing would benefit from an independent global review.
Great in a crisis, Australia cannot lose it in recovery
Nothing should be off the table in revitalising the economy.
Tracing app needs strong limits
It is up to the government to convince people they need it.
Revival road to a dynamic, more productive Australia
A rare chance to reinvent engine of growth and prosperity.
Beijing’s assault on rule of law
Crackdown in Hong Kong means China cannot be trusted
Brave attempt to stop tech parasites destroying news
Google and Facebook got rich plundering content and data.
Until facts are known, China is under suspicion
COVID-19 will alter strategic dynamics as well as economies.
Perrottet’s pathway to recovery
States’ rising debts and job losses will be major challenges.
Breathtaking opportunity to reinvent economy
The failed old ways cannot deliver high growth post-crisis.
Selling the surveillance state
Citizens are wary of more incursions into their private lives.
Original URL: https://www.theaustralian.com.au/commentary/editorials/page/193