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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.
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.
Quad and AUKUS Face an Uncertain Future Under Trump
By David M. Andrews
The challenge is to make a compelling case for Trump to support and endorse these partnerships.
What Should Australia Do in This Strongman Soft Power Age?
By Grant Wyeth
We have entered an era where strongmen leaders exercising brute force provides an irresistible emotional thrill. It’s a spectacle that no furry animal or sporting endeavor could match.
Australia’s Opposition Leader Softens Tone on China, With Election in Mind
By Michelle Grattan
With an eye toward winning Chinese Australian votes, Peter Dutton is simultaneously attempting a softening on some fronts – while retaining the “hard man” image on others.
AUKUS in the Age of Trump 2.0
By Grant Wyeth
Canberra may hope that if Trump and his team don’t know Australia exists, then the next four years might go a little smoother. But there's a $230 billion problem.
Australia’s Population Has Grown, But Its House of Representatives Hasn’t
By Grant Wyeth
In the upcoming election, the Australian House of Representatives will be losing a seat – the result of a quirk in the constitution.
Legislate First, Think Later: Déjà Vu in Australian Tech Lawmaking
By Charles Mok
Will the country’s social media ban for teens end up like its internet filtering scheme more than a decade ago?
Year of the ‘Known Unknowns’? Australia-China Relations in 2025
By Corey Lee Bell and Elena Collinson
Last year consolidated the thaw that began under the Albanese government. Entering 2025, however, the Australia-China relationship will face growing uncertainties.
Indian Australians, Cricket, and Urban Planning
By Grant Wyeth
What do a Boxing Day cricket test match, Melbourne’s booming western suburbs, and the U.S. HB-1 visa battle have to do with Australia’s relationship with India and Indian migrants?
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