Markets
Joyce throws his hat in the ring with One Nation (officially, this time)
Barnaby Joyce has finally made the jump to One Nation and will lead its New South Wales Senate ticket for...
Articles by Michelle Grattan
Investing
Pollies giving ‘jobs-for-mates’ lets down the Australian people, says official inquiry report
An independent inquiry has strongly condemned the politicisation of appointments to government boards, declaring present processes have “let down the...
Markets
The odd couple: dissecting Pauline Hanson and Barnaby Joyce’s in-office steak dinner stunt
The Senate might be thoroughly sick of Pauline Hanson’s antics – on Tuesday it suspended her for seven days over...
Markets
How long does Sussan Ley have left as leader?
Sussan Ley's leadership is under a serious spotlight as Liberals from all sides and eras sound off on her performance...
Politics
Sussan Ley’s Libs thumb their noses at voters they needed to win
Net zero resonates with young voters, women, urban dwellers and those in teal electorates, whether or not it is pie...
Politics
Can the return of Josh Frydenberg save the Liberals?
Given the Liberals are looking at two terms in opposition at a minimum, one interesting question is whether a return...
Politics
Dead woman walking: can Sussan Ley survive Liberal’s strife?
Opposition Leader Sussan Ley is looking like a dead woman walking as she vows this morning to defend her leadership.
Politics
Nationals dump ‘net zero’ climate commitment, putting Ley’s Liberals under pressure
Once again, the Nationals have got out in front of the Liberals on a key issue, this time net zero,...
Politics
Jobs for mates: Albanese and his govt haven’t walked the talk on integrity
A revolt in Parliament this week over 'jobs for mates' highlights the Albanese government's concerning penchant for secrecy.
Politics
Albo’s a hit, but should Rudd hit the bricks? The Liberals can’t decide
The Liberals’ ability to find things to fight about among themselves has no bounds. Now they are squabbling over Kevin...