Political news and analysis from the ACT and Federal Parliaments
Andrew Hastie hung out his leadership shingle in a weekend interview that may have a few Liberals wondering if Angus Taylor was the best choice for the top job, writes political columnist MICHELLE GRATTAN.
The Albanese government is struggling under the ‘stress test’ posed by Middle East war, writes political columnist MICHELLE GRATTAN.
"Although the ACT Government argues it has been on the job, clearly a decent push was needed for them to get underway with the necessary reforms to childcare," writes political columnist MICHAEL MOORE.
Anthony Albanese could learn from the South Australian premier's masterclass in messaging, says political columnist MICHELLE GRATTAN.
"Since the mid 1980s there have been several proposals for high-speed rail linking the east coast capitals. All have been derailed on the issue of cost," writes planning columnist MIKE QUIRK.
One Nation’s performance in SA will send shivers down Angus Taylor’s spine for Farrer campaign, writes political columnist MICHELLE GRATTAN.
"The recordings reveal disturbing and deeply concerning aspects of the Housing ACT appeal process – it appears the panel resolved, prior to the hearing, that the decision to evict Yvette Van Loo should stand," writes JON STANHOPE.
"For a democracy looking to ensure 'a fair go', it becomes important to understand and listen to the individuals while, at the same time, being cognisant of the will of the majority," writes political columnist MICHAEL MOORE.
"The Liberal post-election report reveals a good checklist of how not to run a campaign in the 2020s… Any aspiring political candidate or campaigner should have a good read of it, regardless of belief," writes columnist ANDREW HUGHES.
Dennis Richardson’s exit puts antisemitism royal commissioner under more pressure, writes political columnist MICHELLE GRATTAN.
It’s now Canavan v Joyce after the Nationals opt for the radical leadership option, writes political columnist MICHELLE GRATTAN.
Previous administrations have balanced budgets, provided above average service delivery, kept taxation at or below average rates, built infrastructure – all without accruing debt. What's changed? JON STANHOPE & KHALID AHMED know the answer…
"There are only two valid reasons for launching a war. When it is based on retaliation, or with approval of the UN Security Council. Neither apply to the action supported by our prime minister," writes political columnist MICHAEL MOORE.
Would Labor be supporting this war if it were in opposition, asks political columnist MICHELLE GRATTAN.
The leaked election review slates Dutton while highlighting Liberals’ longer-term, intractable problems, writes political columnist MICHELLE GRATTAN.
"Any commission of inquiry that has taken more than five years to be completed needs to be investigated… It should consider adequate funding, attempts of political interference and whether a shake up is needed," writes MICHAEL MOORE.
Politicians have rushed to condemn vigils mourning the death of former Iranian leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei following US-Israel strikes.
"Parties depend on identification for their survival. Polling in 2026 shows that party identification has moved but ideological identification is moving its needle slightly in favour of the right across the board," writes ANDREW HUGHES.
JON STANHOPE & KHALID AHMED offer the government a 'silver bullet' to budget success: end the dysfunction by complying with the financial management laws and copping the consequences.
