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.
Opinion
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.
Wooley: Albo’s fishing for a political win
It’s unlikely the Prime Minister’s pro-salmon farming stance will influence the upcoming election result, says Charles Wooley
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Australia First: How Dutton should deal with Trump
After weeks of criticising Kevin Rudd, Peter Dutton pivoted to back Anthony Albanese in the face of Trump’s tariffs. Tom Minear argues he changed tack for an important reason.
‘She is not worthy of representing this country in any capacity’
Sam Kerr’s tawdry saga has concluded – but the conversation is only now just starting about what happens next to the Matildas star. HAVE YOUR SAY
Wooley: World might be ending but I’ve decided not to panic
There are enough threats right here on our turbulent planet … never mind the ones hurtling through space, says Charles Wooley
What Albo needs to do to dodge Trump’s tariffs
Anthony Albanese’s pitch to avoid Donald Trump’s tariffs is simple: we are not ripping anyone off. The President appears to have listened, but the PM has not convinced him yet.
Weak, juvenile Democrats overwhelmed by Trump
In the first three weeks of Donald Trump’s second term, Democrats seem lost on how to oppose him. Tom Minear assesses their tactics and argues for a simple alternative.
Goers: I swear Jetstar needs a good kick up the Qantas
There is currently no expletive in English sufficient to describe my experience with this airline, writes Peter Goers.
Shock that showed me I’ve been wrong about men
One minute you’re on high alert for the red flags and then this happens, writes Robyn Ingerson.
Wooley: No easy answer on the question of who to trust
DeepSeek may have copped some criticism, but China and Trump don’t have the monopoly on disinformation, says Charles Wooley
Penbo: Awkward new lesson on Australia’s crazy energy situation
There’s a yawning chasm between meaningful gestures and practical solutions that was laid bare again this week, writes David Penberthy.
Censori’s nude moment was all Kanye’s making
Sorry Bianca Censori, unlike scores of women before you, you may have worn the dress, but you didn’t own this moment. Kanye West did, writes Julie Cross.
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