As extreme heat frays tempers, a columnist argues Australia's political climate also needs a cool change, urging focus beyond Bondi to urgent global threats like Trump's geopolitics. Read the analysis.
Columnist Ian Warden reflects on political narcissism and satire, from Trump to Australian leaders, asking if they can face their own reflections. Read more.
Crispin Hull argues Australia's 26 royal commissions since 1980 have largely failed, offering a cautionary tale against a repeat for the Bondi shootings. Read his analysis.
Dr Dvir Abramovich demands a Royal Commission into the Bondi Junction terror attack, arguing it's vital for national healing and preventing future tragedies. Read why courage is needed now.
The national unity following the Bondi terror attack was quickly eroded by political point-scoring from all sides. We analyse the response and ask if our leaders brought us together or pushed us apart.
ANU professor Mark Kenny argues that rampant hyperbole in political and media language is eroding meaning, nuance, and our capacity for genuine public debate in Australia. Read his call for linguistic clarity.
After a year outside cabinet, the ACT Greens under Shane Rattenbury aim to prove their creative policy credentials. Can they convince Canberra voters they are serious economic managers?
Political commentator Joe Spagnolo outlines his bold New Year's resolutions for WA's leaders, urging Premier Roger Cook and Opposition Leader Shane Love to tackle key state issues. Read his frank advice.
Analysis suggests PM Anthony Albanese's traditional political tactics may not secure victory in the 2026 federal election. Can he adapt his strategy in time? Read our in-depth editorial.
Political commentator Jeni O'Dowd analyses why 2025 became the year of the political shirker in Australia. Discover the key figures and events that defined this era of avoidance. Read the full analysis now.
Canberra Times readers clash over calls for a royal commission into anti-Semitism, with some arguing it would vindicate the Albanese government's actions. Plus, views on Hamas, tree canopy loss, and more.
Following the Bondi Junction massacre, political leaders call for unity and compassion, warning against exploiting the tragedy for political gain. Let's choose kindness in 2026.
Shadow Defence Minister Andrew Hastie faces a critical career decision. Should he stay in the portfolio or move on? Explore the political stakes and his future.
Columnist Ben Harvey argues the onus for change lies with fundamentalist Islamists, not everyday Australians, amid rising tensions. Read his full analysis.
Political analyst Mark Kenny argues against the corrosive power of doubt, using Live Aid's legacy and Australia's policy inertia as examples of why we must believe in positive change.
Analysis reveals why PM Albanese resists a Royal Commission into the Bondi Junction massacre. Explore the political dangers and calls for action. Read the full story.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faces a crisis of confidence from Australia's Jewish community over his government's response to the Israel-Hamas conflict and rising antisemitism. Read the full analysis.
Canberra Times readers debate Trump's Greenland envoy, ACT pool closures, budget debt, and flag displays in a lively letters section. Read the full community discussion.
Analysis of 2025's political winners and losers. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese capitalised on a fractured Liberal Party, while the Coalition's energy policy chaos and internal strife marked a disastrous year. Read the full breakdown.
The Bondi Junction stabbing tragedy starkly contrasted political leadership. While PM Anthony Albanese showed strength, NSW Premier Chris Minns faced criticism. Read the analysis.
Amy Remeikis argues the real threat isn't immigration, but politicians spreading hate. As Opposition Leader Sussan Ley visits Bondi, we examine the impact of divisive rhetoric on Australia's social fabric. Read more.
Mark Kenny analyses Australia's response to the Bondi tragedy, exploring gun law debates, rising anti-Semitism, and a Jewish friend's nuanced perspective on national healing. Read more.
Paul Murray condemns Anthony Albanese's inaction on rising anti-Israel sentiment in Australia, calling it a failure of leadership. Read the full analysis.
A columnist condemns the political point-scoring after the Bondi tragedy, arguing the focus must be on gun reform. Read the full analysis.
Readers argue it's absurd to blame the government for the Bondi terrorist attack, debate AI's role in misinformation, and call for unity over division in the wake of the tragedy.
Independent MP Allegra Spender details her political priorities and vision for Sydney's future in a candid 7am podcast interview. Discover her stance on key issues.
New Liberal leader faces immediate test over MP's controversial Ashes trip. Analysis of his first week and the political fallout from the 'free passage' scandal.
Former PM John Howard condemns the current government's handling of gun law debates and its failure to tackle rising anti-semitism. Read his full critique.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese ends 2025 on a high after a crushing election win and Coalition chaos. But political analyst Mark Kenny warns of looming dangers from hubris and secrecy that could undo Labor's success. Read the full analysis.
Paul Murray argues the WA and Federal Labor governments must curb spending to ease the cost of living crisis. Read his analysis on fiscal policy impacts.