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From curry nights to ‘coal kills’ dresses: Are Australian politicians driven by social media influence

Memes and selfies might help us relate to our political leaders, but they don’t help solve the issues that matter most.

Scott Morrison’s multiple portfolios: why the law has nothing to do with it

Australia has a written constitution, but any casual reader of its text would gain little idea of how the political system actually works.

Al Qaeda chief Ayman al-Zawahiri killed in drone strike confirms President Biden

"No matter how long it takes, no matter where you hide, if you are a threat to our people, the US will find you and take you out."

Even in the political after-life, Morrison departs from the norm

The leadership instability of recent years in both major parties has generated a relatively high number of ex-PMs.

Lucky to have influence of Indian culture while growing up: Clr Charishma Kaliyanda

Indian origin Charishma Kaliyanda is the first Asian Australian to become a councillor at the Liverpool City Council in NSW.

The major political parties have a membership problem. Footy club marketing might offer some solutions

What can the major Australian parties learn from footy clubs about how to grow community support?

‘Barbaric shooting’ of former Japanese PM Abe Shinzo leaves QUAD leaders in shock

67-year-old former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe raised the concept of the "Quad security partnership" between Japan, the US, Australia and India. 

Australia-India need unprecedented collaboration to fight Chinese influence: ORF President Samir Saran

"Must consider building more substance through institutionalisation and by delivering on specific projects in the Indo-Pacific region."

Impact: India raises concerns with Australia over ADF officers attending event alongside Khalistan supporters

Australian Defence Force had earlier said that Defence regrets any distress that accidental associations might have caused the Indian diaspora in Australia.

UK Finance Minister Rishi Sunak, Health Minister Sajid Javid resign, land Boris Johnson Government in crisis

"Sad to be leaving the government", but has come to the conclusion that "cannot continue like this".

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“Failure of leadership”: Calls for Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan to resign over alleged CFMEU corruption

"Clearly, as Minister for Transport Infrastructure and now Premier, she has been utterly compromised in her ability to take action against the CFMEU."

“Nice start, everyone played well”: Travis Head leads Australia to commanding T20 World Cup win over Ireland

Australia are also set to receive a major boost with veteran batter Steve Smith expected to join the squad during the tournament.

Free swimming lessons made permanent for Northern Territory primary students

“Exploring waterfalls, swimming at local springs or pools, boating and fishing are all part of the unique Territory lifestyle. We want to protect that by teaching our youngest Territorians how to swim while they’re in primary school.”
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