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New Zealand was named almost by historical accident, and there have been various versions used in the past. But a complete change would still need greater public support.
NSW and Victoria have taken different approaches on allowing unvaccinated people in places of worship, indicating the possibility for conflicting and confusing rules across the country.
Scott Morrison has slammed the Queensland government, as the states press for extra funding to support their hospitals as the nation reopens
Word from The Hill: Signs are Scott Morrison wants to avoid Glasgow
Michelle Grattan discusses politics with politics + society editor, Amanda Dunn
Interviewees spoke of an expectation, starting in childhood, that when you grow up, you need to go to “the big smoke”.
Perrottet’s conservative Catholicism has been much commented on, but it’s his economic background that likely gives a greater insight into the kind of premier he might be.
Labor continues to show a strong lead in Newspoll, but Resolve shows a markedly different situation, and much may change before the next election.
With the government decision on alert levels due today, it’s clear a more radical approach to vaccination is needed — including restrictions for eligible but unvaccinated people.
Nauru is receiving hundreds of millions of dollars from Australia annually to house 109 asylum seekers. The real purpose, though, is to ‘stand ready to receive new arrivals’.
Sentiment that draws a misty veil over underlying issues of probity in public life does not serve the public well.
Scott Morrison has promoted two of his closest allies in a reshuffle that follows Christian Porter’s recent departure from the ministry.
The lack of responsibility in her resignation was uncharacteristic for a premier known for her clear policy objectives, accountability and delivery.
Gladys Berejiklian will be remembered as premier of NSW for her resilience, level-headedness, crisis management skills, and administrative competence.
South Australia has shown other Australian jurisdictions what not to do with their anti-corruption bodies, especially the proposed federal integrity commission.
Berejiklian said standing aside wasn’t an option for her because the NSW people ‘need certainty’ during the pandemic.
University of Canberra Professorial Fellow Michelle Grattan and Professor Lain Dare of the Institute for Governance and Policy Analysis at the University of Canberra discuss the week in politics.
Physical activity and sport are important in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. However, there are barriers to these activities for some communities. How can this be addressed?
Australia used to be a pioneer when it came to equal pay. Today, the average woman has to work an extra 61 days each year to earn the same as the average man.
Climate or COVID? Both will influence the election outcome as prime minister Scott Morrison has to decide whether he will attend the Glasgow climate conference if Australia’s COVID situation worsens
It is likely in future we will see more, not less, unsolicited text messaging — and not just in politics.
In the wake of the Juukan Gorge blast, more land authority is shifting back to First Nations people.
Former Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull says other countries won’t trust Australia after Scott Morrison deceived the French
Politics with Michelle Grattan: The push to run independents on issues of climate and integrity
Michelle Grattan discusses the rise of independent candidates in the 2022 federal election and how their campaigns will be helped by a big war chest and plenty of strategic advice
In a surprise result, Kishida defeated the popular Taro Kono in the party leadership contest, making him the country’s third prime minister in just over a year.