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Half-truths and Lies: An Online Day in Australia
By T. J. Thomson and Aimee Hourigan
Australians are swamped by misinformation every day, but they're smart enough to know they need help to better navigate an untrustworthy online world.
America or Europe? Why Trump’s Ukraine U-turn Is a Fork in the Road for New Zealand
By Alexander Gillespie and Robert G. Patman
With the U.S. and Europe – both traditional allies of New Zealand – now deeply divided, whatever path Wellington chooses will directly affect present and future security arrangements.
Set Adrift: The Australian Political Class and the US Alliance under Trump 2.0
By Michel Clarke
Thus far, Australian leaders seem unable to address the implications of the fact that U.S. values and interests may in fact no longer be congruent with Australia’s own.
Meet the Influencers Courting the Australian Vote
By Finley Watson
Political influencers on platforms like YouTube and TikTok are already a force likely to shape how elections are covered, even if they don’t swing votes.
Keeping It Real: Why Australia’s Labor Needs a Retuned Message
By Josh Sunman and Emily Foley
Labor's messaging on economic management doesn't resonate with voters more concerned about their hip pocket. There are already signs it's trying to change tune.
‘Dark Ads’ Challenge Truth and Democracy in Australia
By Daniel Angus and Mark Andrejevic
Political inaction and big tech’s reluctance to protect users leave Australians vulnerable to a murky world of digital misinformation going into the election.
Can ‘Digital Tuvalu’ Survive a Cyberattack?
By John Augé
The Pacific Islands are vulnerable to cyberattacks – perhaps none more so than Tuvalu, which aims to become the first digital nation.
Australia’s Intelligence Chief Expects More Communal Violence in a Worsening Security Environment
By Michelle Grattan
The ASIO chief’s Annual Threat Assessment painted a dark picture of the next five years, warning of “more security surprises” in Australia.
New Zealand’s Kiribati Aid Review Further Opens Door for Chinese Influence
By Jonah Bock
Washington should take note.
Government-Coalition Deal Secures Sweeping New Regime for Political Donations and Spending
By Michelle Grattan
From spending caps to lower thresholds for donation disclosures, the reforms are the most comprehensive changes to Australia’s electoral system in four decades.
With the US in Retreat, a Chance for Australia to Lead
By Grant Wyeth
In a world where the great powers are disinterested in trust and responsibility, there’s a lot now on the table for middle powers like Australia to pursue.
Trump’s Illegal Gaza Occupation Plan Puts Australia in a Bind
By Aiden Warren
Australia, and the rest of the nations in the Indo-Pacific, have major stakes in how this situation unfolds.
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