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.
Opinion
Why Dutton had the edge over Albo
Both leaders performed well, but there are several reasons why Peter Dutton was the winner in the first debate, argues James Morrow.
How the debate was won with one very real, simple question
Amid all the lights and cameras, amid all the prepping and drilling, both leaders knew there was only one way to win the debate, writes Joe Hildebrand.
Wooley: Australia must be wary of the change in tides
For Australia the tide has suddenly turned and Trump’s “America First” agenda has revived one of the darkest times in our history and the awful truth that as a nation we were alone in the world
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The Sussexes are now getting a taste of their own medicine
The chairwoman of the royal’s beloved Sentebale charity, has come out swinging — which must be mortifying for the King of Woke, writes Julie Cross.
One thing Albo could do to rule out a deal with the Greens
If Prime minister Anthony Albanese really wanted to convince us he’s serious about refusing to deal with the Greens there’s something he could do, argues James Campbell.
Labor’s headache: Fiery Vic battlegrounds to decide election
For the first time since 1990, Australia will be focused on Victoria where at least 16 seats will help determine whether Anthony Albanese or Peter Dutton for government, writes James Campbell.
Wooley: We’re not exactly fielding our top political teams
There have been fumbles and own goals, making it tough to pick a winner from two uninspiring players, writes Charles Wooley.
Two things Albo can do to win the election
Voters are frustrated, and this stems from fear about the future. Peter Dutton has been the beneficiary of this. But Anthony Albanese can do two things to change it, argues Joe Hildebrand.
Election sledging will get ugly with Trump’s tariff impact
The early salvo shows how much the US President is set to impact Australia’s campaign – potentially dragging it into a hyper-personal jostle between our two prospective leaders.
How Peter Dutton can become Australia’s next PM
In normal times, what Peter Dutton is tasked with achieving would be impossible. But these are not normal times, argues James Morrow.
Albo’s bid to try and polish up his act
After a long honeymoon period gave way to a series of stumbles, Labor’s fortunes are in the balance as the PM loosens the purse strings, but will it be enough writes James Campbell.
Four reasons why I believe we can find Rachelle’s killer
Former Detective Sergeant Damian Loone, who was critical in helping convict Lynnette Dawson’s killer, reveals the reasons why he believes Rachelle Childs’ murderer can also be found.
‘Totally not our fault’: What Jim Chalmers really meant
Totally lost in Jimnomics? Fortunately our fiscal whisperer Joe Hildebrand has translated what the Treasurer said in his Budget speech and what he really meant. See the video.
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