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The cracks in Australia’s defence policy: The Navy is being set up for failure
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/10/26/australia-defence-policy-adf-navy-trade-protection-aukus/
Published: October 26, 2026 00:21
The government says the ADF’s job includes protecting Australia’s maritime trade. It’s a mission the Navy can’t possibly fulfil — and a convenient justification for AUKUS. The post The cracks in Australia’s defence policy: The Navy is being set up for…
The Snoop: Media learns where Western Sydney is, UK Daily Tele to become ‘AI-powered’, and more
Published: October 26, 2026 00:19
Axel Springer, owner of Politico, has issued a grim future for the UK's Daily Telegraph after mass redundancies. The post The Snoop: Media learns where Western Sydney is, UK Daily Tele to become ‘AI-powered’, and more appeared first on Crikey.
What does a One Nation MP in Victoria actually look like?
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/10/26/one-nation-victorian-election-rikkie-lee-tyrrell/
Published: October 25, 2026 23:53
Rikkie-Lee Tyrrell is One Nation's only sitting MP in Victoria — but that could change come the state election next month. What have her past four years looked like? The post What does a One Nation MP in Victoria actually look like? appeared first on…
The manosphere is a catalyst for rising threats against women in politics. Are we paying attention?
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/10/26/manosphere-online-misogyny-threats-women-in-politics/
Published: October 25, 2026 23:47
Everyone is finally listening to longstanding calls from women in politics about the rise of targeted threats against them. The 'manosphere' has a large role in such threats — and it feeds on content such as Ben Roberts-Smith's rehabilitation tour. The…
MPs to pay tribute to Helen Haines amid calls for ‘civility pledge’
Published: October 25, 2026 20:23
Anthony Albanese will lead the tributes to Helen Haines in parliament today as the government looks to fast-track security upgrades. Meanwhile, Jess Wilson appears to be in pole position in Victoria and significant global elections are taking place. The…
I don’t care if the timing of the Steele-John allegations is a factional hitjob. I care if they are true
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/10/23/jordon-steele-john-allegations-factional-politics-wa-greens/
Published: October 23, 2026 01:58
Rumours about Steele-John have been floating around long enough that they warrant an inquiry — regardless of which faction is calling for it. The post I don’t care if the timing of the Steele-John allegations is a factional hitjob. I care if they are true…
Whatever the problem, social media is the culprit, apparently
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/10/23/social-media-trolls-abuse-government-media-social-cohesion/
Published: October 23, 2026 01:39
Anthony Albanese has connected the attack on Helen Haines with the impact of social media, the focus of the digital duty of care bill his government is trying to get through parliament. And of course, it's bad for social cohesion, too. The post Whatever…
The Snoop: Andrew Bolt’s News24 revolt over BRS, Albo rewrites history on Haines, and more
Published: October 23, 2026 00:36
Plus, which former senator is struggling to get on the ballot in Victoria? The post The Snoop: Andrew Bolt’s News24 revolt over BRS, Albo rewrites history on Haines, and more appeared first on Crikey.
French riots are threatening Western civilisation! Wait, I’m being passed a note…
Published: October 22, 2026 23:09
Pauline Hanson was quick to blame the French riots on migrants who "reject Western values". But with cost of living the protest's raison d'être, it sure sounds similar to a certain pivotal revolution. The post French riots are threatening Western…
Journalism Ltd wrote an op-ed about who’s to blame before Helen Haines was even attacked
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/10/23/helen-haines-alleged-attack-opinion-pieces-media-journalism/
Published: October 22, 2026 23:09
Before the facts are established, an opinion column can add to the problem by elevating an alleged attacker into the embodiment of an entire political movement. The post Journalism Ltd wrote an op-ed about who’s to blame before Helen Haines was even…
The Bundists opposed nationalism dictating Jewish identity. The same battles are being fought today
Published: October 22, 2026 22:48
The history of the Jewish Labour Bund, a movement that fought antisemitism, fascism and Zionism, is brought vividly to life in Molly Crabapple's book 'Here Where We Live Is Our Country'. The post The Bundists opposed nationalism dictating Jewish identity.…
Social media back in spotlight as MPs express concern over online threats
Published: October 22, 2026 20:20
Anthony Albanese has accused social media of “polarising the political debate” as MPs express concern over their safety amid online threats. Meanwhile, Nationals leader Matt Canavan might be looking to switch to the lower house, and the treasurer has more…
The Snoop: Ben Roberts-Smith’s media blitz, The Australian’s participation trophy, and more
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/10/22/ben-roberts-smith-interview-2gb-the-australian/
Published: October 22, 2026 01:03
Plus, in the wake of the attack on Helen Haines, Anthony Albanese has issued a subtle warning to the press. The post The Snoop: Ben Roberts-Smith’s media blitz, The Australian’s participation trophy, and more appeared first on Crikey.
All quiet on the giant flaw in Labor’s climate policy
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/10/22/labor-climate-policy-safeguard-mechanism-emissions/
Published: October 22, 2026 01:00
The government allows polluters to exploit cheap, worthless carbon credit units to continue emitting greenhouse gases. The Productivity Commission had a chance to weigh in on the problem, but went MIA instead The post All quiet on the giant flaw in Labor’s…
Top universities are using AI, but quiet on the fine print
Published: October 22, 2026 00:43
Despite declaring itself a "global leader" in alternative energy sources, institutions like UNSW are teaming up with energy gluttons. You wouldn't know from its emissions. The post Top universities are using AI, but quiet on the fine print appeared first…
Ukraine didn’t kill the Putinbots. But it did hand Musk and Trump an excuse
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/10/22/ukraine-starlink-elon-musk-donald-trump-russian-bots-yandex/
Published: October 21, 2026 22:25
Your favourite story is lying to you. The Russian bots never went quiet — they were back within two days. Ukraine's access to Starlink, however, remains throttled. The post Ukraine didn’t kill the Putinbots. But it did hand Musk and Trump an excuse…
‘Don’t let violence win’: Vigils held for Helen Haines
Published: October 21, 2026 20:13
Independent MP Helen Haines remains in a critical but stable condition in hospital, having lost both her legs after being hit by a car on Monday. Meanwhile, politicians have expressed their safety fears to security officials and the odds of another…
The Snoop: One Nation candidate is a speed demon, Coroner slams Sportsbet over gambling suicide, and more
Published: October 21, 2026 01:42
Plus: Pauline Hanson's backflip on the treatment of women in political life. The post The Snoop: One Nation candidate is a speed demon, Coroner slams Sportsbet over gambling suicide, and more appeared first on Crikey.
We’re in a new age of inflation. Can we talk about how to fix it?
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/10/21/inflation-australia-cost-of-living-rba-income-tax-gst/
Published: October 21, 2026 01:15
When it comes to inflation, the world has changed dramatically since the pandemic. Our way of handling it is now 30 years old, and we need to update it. The post We’re in a new age of inflation. Can we talk about how to fix it? appeared first on Crikey.
Haines’ alleged attacker was once progressive. The left needs to pay attention
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/10/21/helen-haines-brendan-nugent-progressives-political-violence/
Published: October 21, 2026 00:46
We don’t yet know the motivations of Brendan Nugent, charged with allegedly ramming independent MP Helen Haines with his car. But the fact he was once very left-wing cannot be dismissed. The post Haines’ alleged attacker was once progressive. The left…
‘Chaff bag’ to ‘Hang Dan Andrews’: Australian politics has been turning up the heat for years
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/10/21/helen-haines-attack-rising-threats-australian-politicians/
Published: October 21, 2026 00:25
Regardless of the motivations behind the attack on Helen Haines, it follows rising threats against Australian politicians in recent years — and more than a decade of simmering rhetoric. The post ‘Chaff bag’ to ‘Hang Dan Andrews’: Australian politics has…
The only thing worse than liberalism is everything else
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/10/21/liberalism-political-system-populism-far-right/
Published: October 20, 2026 23:17
Liberalism is under threat from all sides. But a post-liberal world would be a disaster for just about everyone. The post The only thing worse than liberalism is everything else appeared first on Crikey.
Where the teals at? Independents face a tough battle in Victoria — but don’t count them out
Published: October 20, 2026 21:33
In perhaps the most unpredictable election in recent Victorian history, an independent upset could surprise in several seats — though it will be challenge. The post Where the teals at? Independents face a tough battle in Victoria — but don’t count them out…
Man charged over alleged attack on MP Helen Haines
Published: October 20, 2026 20:14
A 43-year-old man has been charged and will appear in court later today after independent MP Helen Haines was hit by a car outside her electorate office. Meanwhile, is NAB cutting thousands of jobs a “canary in the coalmine”? The post Man charged over…
The Snoop: Swedes see Australian kids as ‘lab rats’, documentary maker claims he’s been cancelled, and more
Published: October 20, 2026 01:46
Plus: A former New York mayor has some suggestions for Melbourne's Federation Square, and the president of Cameroon... visits Cameroon. The post The Snoop: Swedes see Australian kids as ‘lab rats’, documentary maker claims he’s been cancelled, and more…
The greatest threats to Australia’s national security? The Western mindset and a blinding nostalgia
Published: October 20, 2026 01:36
Australia’s allegiance to the US and One Nation’s vision for the country have one thing in common: a fanciful desire to cling to the “past”. The post The greatest threats to Australia’s national security? The Western mindset and a blinding nostalgia…
The attack on Helen Haines will be no defining moment, only another step towards fragmentation
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/10/20/helen-haines-attack-alleged-brendan-nugent/
Published: October 20, 2026 01:18
There are calls for the attack on MP Helen Haines to be a turning point in political discourse. Evidence suggests things will only get worse. The post The attack on Helen Haines will be no defining moment, only another step towards fragmentation appeared…
As French protests escalate into riots, they may prove a gift for Marine Le Pen’s right‑wing party
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/10/20/french-riots-protests-marine-le-pen-emmanuel-macron/
Published: October 20, 2026 00:00
The violence on the margins of what were massive, peaceful demonstrations has been an early Christmas present for the Rassemblement National. The post As French protests escalate into riots, they may prove a gift for Marine Le Pen’s right‑wing party…
When AI kills someone, who’s to blame?
Published: October 19, 2026 22:51
The development of criminal law doesn't fit comfortably with the notion of non-human actors. As AI becomes more and more enmeshed with modern warfare, we need to figure it out quickly. The post When AI kills someone, who’s to blame? appeared first on…
‘I don’t know that we take those risks anymore’: The evolution of the ABC’s Four Corners
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/10/20/four-corners-abc-peter-manning-journalism-walkleys/
Published: October 19, 2026 22:38
Insiders tell Crikey how and why the ABC's renowned investigative program has morphed over the years, in light of the death of legendary Four Corners journalist Peter Manning. The post ‘I don’t know that we take those risks anymore’: The evolution of the…
Helen Haines critically injured after being hit by car
Published: October 19, 2026 20:23
Independent MP Helen Haines is in a critical condition in hospital after being struck by a vehicle outside her electorate office in Wangaratta. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has claimed: "This wasn't an accident. There was a deliberate act, it would…
The Snoop: Ben Roberts-Smith is hawking T-shirts, Walkleys backlash, and more
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/10/19/ben-roberts-smith-t-shirts-walkleys-backlash/
Published: October 19, 2026 01:30
Plus: The late-to-file life of DFAT's "Mr Inside". The post The Snoop: Ben Roberts-Smith is hawking T-shirts, Walkleys backlash, and more appeared first on Crikey.
The Jordan Steele-John allegations and the issue with parliament investigating politicians
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/10/19/jordan-steele-john-misconduct-allegations-greens-investigation/
Published: October 19, 2026 01:21
Our regime for investigating alleged misconduct by politicians is limited — and there are few protections for whistleblowers. That leaves few good options as the Greens face allegations against Jordon Steele-John. The post The Jordan Steele-John…
Introducing Crikey’s Dagwood Dog scale: Just how credible are pollies’ small business claims?
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/10/19/small-business-pauline-hanson-angus-taylor-liberal-party/
Published: October 19, 2026 00:55
The opposition has been going hard on the government for its lack of business experience — which is kind of weird, when you think about it. The post Introducing Crikey’s Dagwood Dog scale: Just how credible are pollies’ small business claims? appeared…
The ABC’s union stoush is a culture clash between insider staff and outsider management
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/10/19/michael-slezak-simon-robinson-abc-meaa-union-hugh-marks/
Published: October 18, 2026 23:41
Is the ABC's new executive level on a union-busting mission? In the wake of a strike, the timing of Michael Slezak's proposed disciplinary action is raising eyebrows. The post The ABC’s union stoush is a culture clash between insider staff and outsider…
KPMG has pulled its pants down — and it could mean serious change for the Big Four
Published: October 18, 2026 23:36
In an effort to save face while mired in scandal, KPMG has released embarrassing information about itself. It gives legislators some serious fodder. The post KPMG has pulled its pants down — and it could mean serious change for the Big Four appeared first…
High oil prices fuel renewed inflation fears
Published: October 18, 2026 20:10
The economic bad news just keeps on coming for the Albanese government with warnings over inflation, interest rates and consumer confidence. Meanwhile, Ukraine has ignored Donald Trump and resumed strikes on Russian oil facilities. The post High oil prices…