Coal would work harder, longer under Dutton’s nuclear plan
Peter Dutton’s nuclear policy would have coal-fired power stations operating for a lot longer, says political columnist MICHELLE GRATTAN.
Political commentary
Another Liberal moderate is to leave Dutton team. Political columnist MICHELLE GRATTAN says the Liberals now have minimal moderate voices in the parliamentary party.
"With a minority government installed we can now look forward to the New Year in the hope a government that's more accountable to the Assembly will deliver better outcomes for all Canberrans," writes political columnist MICHAEL MOORE.
In the reactions to incidents of antisemitism, many people observe a contrast between NSW Premier Chris Minns and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, writes political columnist MICHELLE GRATTAN.
Political commentary
Frustrated federal government waits on Bullock’s call
The frustrated federal government can only bite its tongue as it waits on Reserve Bank governor Michele Bullock, writes political columnist MICHELLE GRATTAN.
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Paterson faces a tough test on her capability as a minister
"The auditor-general's report is a searing indictment on both the previous minister, Labor's Yvette Berry, and the directorate officers who have failed so spectacularly," writes MICHAEL MOORE.
Political commentary
Seat wobble pushes Fletcher to dump on teals
Paul Fletcher’s rant against the teals risks insulting voters the Liberals need to win, says political columnist MICHELLE GRATTAN.
"The independents, Tom Emerson and Fiona Carrick, said yes to Andrew Barr. So really not so independent... If I'd been them I would have said no." Columnist ANDREW HUGHES says we're in a strange world when it comes to political choices.
"What our politicians mean when they talk about 'Territory Rights' is the rights of some 'Territories', namely ours. So far as other Territories, such as Norfolk Island, are concerned the Devil can take the hindmost," writes JON STANHOPE.
Albanese gets down and dirty in deal making and breaking as the Senate rushes to Christmas finish, writes political columnist MICHELLE GRATTAN.
An ugly fracas that brought shame on the Senate has led to the Senate suspension of Lidia Thorpe, writes political columnist MICHELLE GRATTAN.
"It is unthinkable in progressive Canberra that a significant and identifiable group of residents has been left behind and feel totally alienated. What an outrageous suggestion!" say JON STANHOPE & KHALID AHMED.
"Every piece of legislation that comes before the Legislative Assembly will be subject to genuine review. The majority of members are not from the government," writes political columnist MICHAEL MOORE.
The Albanese government has crumpled on the misinformation bill and gambling advertising, writes political columnist MICHELLE GRATTAN.
Richard Marles plays a defensive bat on nuclear as the government rushes to get though late work, writes political columnist MICHELLE GRATTAN.
"A fundamental value of the West is our tolerance of people’s ideas and actions – provided they are not hurting others," writes political columnist MICHAEL MOORE.
Another cartoon from the wry eye of PAUL DORIN.
PM Albanese has plenty on his mind – Donald Trump, summit season, and a hectic end to the parliamentary year. But one issue looms bigger than all others: the narrowing window for calling the election, writes columnist MICHELLE GRATTAN.
Albanese plays ‘captain’s pick’ to maximise Labor’s election prospects in Tasmania, writes political columnist MICHELLE GRATTAN.
