Political leadership
Opinion
Interest rates
Whatever his achievements as PM, another rate rise would just about bury Albanese
Anthony Albanese has been road testing his themes for the election. So has Peter Dutton, who says that the PM is a good bloke. But of course, there’s a catch.
- by Niki Savva
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Editorial
Anthony Albanese
Albanese government has work to do to keep electorate onboard
Polling shows people are tuning out from the federal government. Its reshuffle gives it a chance to get people back on board – or face extinction.
- The Herald's View
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Resolve Political Monitor
We trust the police. But the court system? Not so much
Only a third of Australians express faith in our courts - but we feel safe in our homes and aren’t too fussed about dog poo.
- by James Massola
Opinion
Opinion
For once, we will vote at the polls on policy, not politics
This rare period of unity within both alternative parties of government means the next election will, refreshingly, be focused on ideas.
- by George Brandis
Analysis
Analysis
The two problem portfolios that Labor must turn into strengths
Anthony Albanese has given Tony Burke and Clare O’Neil two huge jobs - and two huge opportunities.
- by Stephanie Peatling
Tony Burke’s new ‘super portfolio’: Immigration and home affairs shift hands in reshuffle
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a revamped ministerial line-up to take to the next federal election.
- by Stephanie Peatling
Anthony Albanese to announce fresh faces in ministerial reshuffle to boost team for election battle
A new ministerial line up will be announced on Sunday as the government seeks to build momentum against the Coalition.
- by Stephanie Peatling
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COVID inquiry
COVID left us poorer, sicker and with a big financial headache, inquiry told
Businesses, unions, health experts and the education sector say Australia needs to prepare for future pandemics to avoid repeating mistakes that are still being felt in some parts of the nation.
- by Shane Wright
‘Going into politics has taught me I’ve got more courage than I thought’
Two years ago, she was a “shy”, reluctant pollie. Now Allegra Spender’s navigating the fallout from tragedies at home and abroad.
- by Deborah Snow
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Anthony Albanese
O’Neil set to be shoved as Albanese executes cabinet ‘refresh’
Rumours have swirled for months that the immigration minister would be shifted into a new portfolio as political pressure intensified on the government over its handling of last year’s High Court decision.
- by Paul Sakkal
Opinion
Opinion
Messy power struggle gives ammunition to Pesutto’s Liberal enemies
The Coalition’s primary support is soaring ahead of Jacinta Allan’s Labor, but the conservative party has been racked by bitter divisions and disputes.
- by Annika Smethurst