The recent attacks in Sydney and the Israel-Gaza conflict have complicated the government’s plans for multicultural policy reform and heightened tensions within some communities.
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The strategy takes the long view of how to build a high-spending, maritime-focused defence force of the future. But there are some shortcomings in the government’s vision.
Steve Smith is the latest signing for the second season of Major League Cricket in the US. It’s another intriguing shift in the global cricket landscape.
Truth-telling is vital to building a greater understanding between First Nations and non-Indigenous Australians. New research offers insights into how this can be done.
The stabbing of Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel in a church in Wakeley on Monday has left many in shock. Dai Le, whose electorate features the church where the incident happened discusses her community's reaction.
The “zero responders” – bystanders who proactively assist – play a pivotal role in the immediate response to crisis. They can be key players in preventing, reporting and containing a violent incident.
The case could result in further limits on the immigration minister’s powers to keep refugees in detention indefinitely.
A new Olympic funding strategy aims to boost the finances of smaller Australian sports like table tennis – but will it actually work?
Two major critical minerals projects in Queensland and South Australia will receive $400 million in federal government loans to to deliver Australia’s first high-purity alumina processing facility.
Sydney has seen two stabbing incidents within days of each other. Grim comparisons are inevitable, but what makes them different?
The judge in the high-profile defamation case described the saga as an “omnishambles” - and the media are included in that.
Luis Rubiales’ non-consensual kiss of Spanish soccer star Jenni Hermoso is far from an isolated incident – new research shows gender-based violence is still highly prevalent in sport.
With China increasingly seeking to influence Solomon Islands’ media, Australian news outlets must renew their commitment – and funding – to cover the Pacific.
Concern is rising that an in-principle decision has been made about New Zealand joining AUKUS pillar two, without public understanding or political mandate.
The government’s alleged targeting of opposition figures, as well as a new system allowing anonymous donations to political parties, is believed to have given the BJP a huge edge.
In one of the biggest legal sagas of recent times, Justice Michael Lee has delivered his verdict. What did he say?
Families of some victims of the Bondi tragedy have asked for privacy, but do journalists have an obligation to pause, or halt, their newsgathering?
Tasmania is set to become the AFL’s 19th team and the league is likely to expand again at some point, which begs the question: where should the 20th club be based?
Israel is likely to respond to the Iranian assault, but its main ally, the US, is cautioning against a counter-attack.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has flagged substantial public investment likely including tax breaks and other incentives in next month’s budget to encourage industry.
The violent attack in a Sydney shopping centre left seven people dead, including the attacker, and many more injured, horrifying the nation.
Anthony Albanese’s head of the Productivity Commission Danielle Wood has sent a warning to the Albanese government that his new response won’t be costless.
For the first time since gender identity was added to the Sex Discrimination Act, it’s being tested in court. At its heart, the case looks at the rights and recognition of transgender people.
Australia’s recognition of Palestinian statehood is the result of decades of grassroots activism, but much work remains to be done to achieve Palestinian self-determination.
Infill development is patchy across Australian cities, as is its quality. Bigger and better projects are needed to hit planning targets and reduce urban sprawl.