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Consumers the losers in healthcare cost war

It paints a grim picture for Australians trying to navigate complex policies across multiple providers.

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Why it sucks to be a WA Liberal

Disgruntled Liberals are looking at each other and waiting for someone to lead the way. The problem is, no one really wants to lead the coup.

Joe Spagnolo

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The glorification of tobacco on TV needs to be reined in

While we all know smoking is dangerous, somehow it has never looked uncool, which is why limiting exposure is important.

Jay Hanna

Jay Hanna

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The simple things that set off my inner Karen

 My theory is all of us have some level of Karen in us: a quiet disdain that occasionally bubbles up to mild whingeing, but not to anyone in authority. Rarely do we go full Karen unless pushed to the brink.

Nat Locke

Anxiety Aunt How to handle a tricky love dynamic

Is this also the plot of some romantic comedy? If not, it should be.

Jay Hanna

Jay Hanna

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Laos poisoning a tragedy that could happen to any family

Most will have their young people return to them, with little damage to show other than a sunburn. But some will have their darkest fears become reality.

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Men are also pressured to choose between family and careers

While it might be a somewhat controversial opinion, men are also being negatively impacted by the presiding culture in Australia, especially in the workplace.

Lanna Hill

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Michelle GrattanCommentsPremium
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Jim Chalmers is upbeat, but voters aren’t

The Treasurer was at his most hyperactive this week, with an economic statement to Parliament, reforms to superannuation and a new set of priorities.

Michelle Grattan

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Minister’s dismissal of nuclear energy a very costly mistake

How is it that the brightest people in the world are opting for nuclear power, but Labor in Australia keeps telling us it’s a bad idea? 

Paul Murray

Paul Murray

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What these Indian chess grandmasters can teach you

At breakfast in Kolkata this week, I was in the presence of two young chess grandmaster siblings who stories are a lesson for anyone having to make the right move.

Justin Langer

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Cash might be king, but its crown is dented

Is the move towards a cashless society inevitable?

Belle Taylor

Belle Taylor

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Mark RileyComments
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Labor’s all fizzle, no sizzle

MARK RILEY: The Government’s inability to sell its achievements threatens to be its undoing.

Mark Riley

Mark Riley

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Libby MettamComments
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Labor dawdles as criminals win

The rate of crime has been climbing for eight years while the number of police per head of population has been decreasing.

Libby Mettam

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Future Fund tinkering carries serious risk

Seven treasurers - both Labor and Liberal - have held control over Australia’s Future Fund since its inception in 2006.

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Forget the fanfare, Chris Ellison’s position is untenable

There’s no disputing Chris Ellison is a business success story, a high-school dropout who built one of Australia’s biggest miners on hard work, smarts and determination.

Sean Smith

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Rio Tinto sexism report card shows just how hard change is

It’s a reminder too that overcorrections can be dangerous.

Basil Zempilas

Basil Zempilas

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Holly PrenticeCommentsPremium
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Why young adults are steering clear of alcohol

When I see statistics showing young people are turning away from drinking and partying I see why; it’s simply too expensive.

Holly Prentice

THE NIGHTLY‘Go woke, go broke’: Iconic car brand sparks outrage

JAMES ESSES: My vehicle, once my pride and joy, is now an embarrassment to me. And apparently, I’m an equal embarrassment to the manufacturer. They’re desperate to disown me and anyone who looks like me

JAMES ESSES

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‘Go woke, go broke’: Iconic car brand sparks outrage

JAMES ESSES: My vehicle, once my pride and joy, is now an embarrassment to me. And apparently, I’m an equal embarrassment to the manufacturer. They’re desperate to disown me and anyone who looks like me

James Esses

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Faithful hail King Ellison, but what else is still to come?

For all the damage his personal dealings have inflicted on Mineral Resources’ shares, Chris Ellison still has his supporters. But you have to wonder just how much the board is still keeping up their sleeves. 

Sean Smith

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Cultural change is tough, but it must be done

Rio Tinto is finding out just how much of a relentless, bruising slog it can be.

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Girls need play spaces too

With councils investing in parks and recreational spaces, I couldn’t think of a better time to kick off some more inclusive recreational spaces that utilise design and infrastructure that appeals to girls.

Kelsie Prabawa-Sear

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Donna BatesCommentsPremium
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Rescuing Mineral Resources’ reputation will be a tough slog

I’m not a lawyer but even as a lay person, there’s no wiggle room for interpretation. The company has acknowledged that Ellison crossed the integrity line. 

Donna Bates

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NIMBYs, one day you can complain about flying cars too

Flying cars may be closer than we think, with prototypes emerging by 2026. Cities must prepare for this future with landing pads.

Kim Macdonald

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