Extremism is a threat that always comes knocking
The alleged assassination plot against Peter Dutton is chilling enough in and of itself – but it is also a chilling sign of both how strong and fragile our democracy is, writes Joe Hildebrand.
Opinion
Legitimate tobacco retailers must be able to trade without fear
We will not see the tobacco wars stop any time soon – not until profits do not outweigh penalties. But we can curtail the mayhem so legitimate store owners do not need to live in fear.
Landmark puberty blocker decision a blow to transgender activists
A Family Court judge dealt a blow to transgender activists this week by giving a father the custody of a boy whose mother was trying to put him on puberty blockers, writes Des Houghton.
Time to unleash drug dogs on unis, schools and concerts
Canine action is required to help stop the nation sleepwalking into a drugs catastrophe, writes Des Houghton, and they should target schools, universities, nightclubs, union rallies and key areas of our cities. HAVE YOUR SAY
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Rich or poor, elite or not, Airbnb party chaos is the parents’ fault
It doesn’t matter whether the teens who destroyed a Brisbane Airbnb were from an “elite” school, writes Kylie Lang. Many teens from all backgrounds have a twisted notion of amusement, but it’s more an issue of parenting.
The brutal election smackdown we’re going nuts over
The 2025 federal election campaign has been dominated by talk of policies and deals … and then there is the lighter side of things. CAST YOUR VOTE
Panahi: The tide is turning on trans activists
There is a growing acknowledgment that this fringe movement is dangerous, particularly when it comes to impressionable kids.
The dreadful price we must ask of families grieving after tragic events
They might be difficult for grieving families, but inquiries into tragic events are needed for the broader benefit of society, writes the editor.
The mistake we’re all making when electing our government
Australia’s elections have become more Americanised, but not in the way you might think, writes Paul Williams. VOTE IN OUR POLL
Newman’s arrogance led to his downfall. These two need to learn from it, fast
Considering the way the LNP behaved when last in office, this government’s future will rely heavily on avoiding any sense of entitlement. They’re off to a worrying start, writes the editor.
Trump’s tariff flip gives little reason for Aussies to be relieved
In Australia, there’s little reason to breathe a sigh of relief over the latest volley in Trump tariff tennis, says Vanessa Marsh in the US.
US or China? We must choose our friends carefully in the new Cold War
The latest turn in the US-China trade war has thrown an unexpected spanner in the Australian election.
Best of Brett Lethbridge cartoons
Newspaper cartoonists have the rare talent of encapsulating the day’s hottest news topic in one picture, often with cutting wit, that never fails to make readers chuckle.
Maiden: Trump echo-chamber just exploded in Dutton’s face
You could almost see the colour drain from Peter Dutton’s face as he realised how badly the Coalition had misread Australia’s mood, writes Samantha Maiden.
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