Maiden: Do Labor remember who their biggest donor is?
There’s something almost amusing about Labor’s sudden concerns about the Greens and the union movement’s black sheep, writes Samantha Maiden.
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Penbo: NDIS party-crashers will send Australia broke
How can it be that 12 per cent of boys in Australia have anything resembling a genuine disability, writes David Penberthy.
Penbo: ‘Racist’ barbs backfire as Albo’s Gaza mess echoes Voice
The switchboards have not lit up like it has over Gaza refugees since the height of the referendum debate. And that’s bad for the PM, writes David Penberthy.
Dutton’s ‘death tax’ deal punts looming crisis to Labor
If you’re wondering if the Coalition thinks it can sneak into office at the election, look no further than its aged care deal, writes James Campbell.
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‘Disgraceful’: Qld gender law change sparks war of words
It’s the decision that has sparked a furious backlash – transgender and gender-diverse Queenslanders can make a change to their birth certificates. WHAT YOU HAD TO SAY
Vote Now: Where is the best coffee on the Fraser Coast?
Multiple cafes and baristas from across Hervey Bay and Maryborough have been nominated for their excellent “cup of Joe” but there can only be one winner, and this is your chance to help determine who wears that crown in 2023. Vote in our poll
Butcher, baker, jewellery maker: 30 young entrepreneurs to watch
The Wide Bay Burnett is exploding with creative, determined rising stars hoping to conquer the world one start-up at a time. Meet 30 of the region’s most successful young entrepreneurs.
Why Charles, Camilla can’t escape Diana during Coronation
More than 25 years on from her tragic death, there are moments when Princess Diana still feels very present — the crowning of King Charles and Camilla is one of them.
‘Charles isn’t as popular as his mother was’
Perhaps the King should have delayed his crowning to give him time to win over sceptics, says Peter Stefanovic.
No surprise Qld youth crime has reached this latest dark point
Our social fabric is under siege, with youth crime accounting for more than 50 per cent of break and enters, robberies and car thefts. But the path to the current situation began many years ago, writes criminologist Terry Goldsworthy.
Analysis: Do we pay too much tax?
Whingeing about tax is one of Australia’s favourite sports. But do we fork out too much money to the government, asks Daniel Petrie. Have your say in our poll.
Why there should be more monuments for indigenous war dead
A memorial to Butchulla warriors who died defending their way of life during colonisation was unveiled in Maryborough just days before Anzac Day. It is believed to be the first of its kind, but it should not be the last.
Cost lost in Australia’s defence review
The Defence Strategic Review has revealed what Australia needs to do to deter Beijing. But one big issue remains, experts say.
Defence threat Australia can’t afford to ignore
We have traded on our geography as our natural defence for decades but technology shows this is no longer viable to protect ourselves from foreign enemies, argues Charles Miranda.
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