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3.30am alarms, an allergy to fun and 7-day weeks: The very best of AFR’s Breakfast with the Boss
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/11/03/australian-financial-review-breakfast-with-the-boss/
Published: November 3, 2026 01:14
In the paper's defence, it always managed to find business types who leave you staring into the abyss over your morning coffee. The post 3.30am alarms, an allergy to fun and 7-day weeks: The very best of AFR’s Breakfast with the Boss appeared first on…
The Snoop: Kevin Rudd vs Rory Stewart on Trump, News Corp’s top dogs get in on gambling, and more
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/11/03/kevin-rudd-melbourne-cup-sportsbet-jess-wilson-craig-silvey/
Published: November 3, 2026 01:11
Plus: Jess Wilson goes the wrong way in Ben Carroll attack ad. The post The Snoop: Kevin Rudd vs Rory Stewart on Trump, News Corp’s top dogs get in on gambling, and more appeared first on Crikey.
Of course One Nation’s policies for Victoria don’t add up. It’s a scam, not a political party
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/11/03/one-nation-victorian-state-election-pauline-hanson-policies/
Published: November 3, 2026 00:47
One Nation is right about ditching Melbourne's Suburban Rail Loop, but not much else. And we shouldn't be surprised. The post Of course One Nation’s policies for Victoria don’t add up. It’s a scam, not a political party appeared first on Crikey.
One Nation isn’t worried its cartoon ‘humour’ spreads the party’s ugly vibe — that’s the entire point
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/11/03/one-nation-please-explain-cartoon-pauline-hanson-jacqui-lambie/
Published: November 3, 2026 00:14
No "gotcha" moment can force a party as shameless as One Nation to change, and that shamelessness is the entire point of its online cartoons. The post One Nation isn’t worried its cartoon ‘humour’ spreads the party’s ugly vibe — that’s the entire point…
How a post-Helen Haines attack motion split a NSW council
Published: November 2, 2026 22:59
In the wake of the attack on Helen Haines, a local councillor raised two motion amendments to condemn violence and urge respectful debate. The area's mayor wasn't happy about it. The post How a post-Helen Haines attack motion split a NSW council appeared…
The RBA’s interest rate decision is a balancing act between Christmas, unemployment, and a lame duck Trump
Published: November 2, 2026 22:42
With inflation still running away, the Reserve Bank is likely to once again raise interest rates today. How does unemployment factor into things? The post The RBA’s interest rate decision is a balancing act between Christmas, unemployment, and a lame duck…
Nation braces for yet another interest rate shock
Published: November 2, 2026 20:25
It's Melbourne Cup Day but rather than the race stopping the nation, it might be the RBA's interest rate decision that grinds everything to a halt. Meanwhile, the Victorian government is heading into caretaker mode as the election looms. The post Nation…
The Snoop: One Nation candidate with sordid social media resigns, Nine’s cartoon crackdown, and more
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/11/02/one-nation-candidate-matthew-collins-resigns-nine-cathy-wilcox/
Published: November 2, 2026 02:00
Plus: The small, vocal group responsible for bombarding the NACC with emails. The post The Snoop: One Nation candidate with sordid social media resigns, Nine’s cartoon crackdown, and more appeared first on Crikey.
The Liberals can outflank Labor — by finally stopping their endless war against super
Published: November 2, 2026 01:19
Some Liberals want to end their party's long war on superannuation. It's a political opportunity in the face of Labor's lazy attitude on the subject. The post The Liberals can outflank Labor — by finally stopping their endless war against super appeared…
A journey through small-town America reveals a different side to the midterms
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/11/02/us-midterms-north-dakota-race-donald-trump/
Published: November 2, 2026 01:01
Much has been made of the big national battles for Senate seats and control of Congress. But in small towns across America, tomorrow's midterms have a different significance. The post A journey through small-town America reveals a different side to the…
Will the midterms mark the end of the Trump era?
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/11/02/us-midterms-election-results-donald-trump/
Published: November 2, 2026 00:43
Republicans have spent the campaign October Surprising themselves. But even if the blue wave comes, the bigger question is whether Trump will accept it. The post Will the midterms mark the end of the Trump era? appeared first on Crikey.
Jillian Segal’s report is a Trumpian plan to curtail free speech
Published: November 1, 2026 23:18
The new report by Anthony Albanese’s special envoy to combat antisemitism is as conspiratorial as it is a genuine threat to anyone expressing criticism of the state of Israel. The post Jillian Segal’s report is a Trumpian plan to curtail free speech…
House prices continue to fall as homeowners await rate decision
Published: November 1, 2026 20:10
House prices have fallen for a seventh consecutive month, which experts suggest could represent the steepest downturn in 40 years. Meanwhile, new polling shows everyone is still fed up and trust in politicians is declining. The post House prices continue…
The Snoop: Greens, One Nation unite against Vic Libs’ millions, News Corp’s curious Victorians, and more
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/10/30/greens-one-nation-unite-against-victoria-liberals-and-more/
Published: October 30, 2026 02:08
Plus: A curious new media startup has caught our eye. The post The Snoop: Greens, One Nation unite against Vic Libs’ millions, News Corp’s curious Victorians, and more appeared first on Crikey.
What axing a festival like OzAsia does to minority artists
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/10/30/ozasia-arts-festival-adelaide-cancelled-minority-artists/
Published: October 30, 2026 01:34
Festivals like OzAsia mean the presence of other Asian people releases you from the impossible responsibility of being the definitive one. The post What axing a festival like OzAsia does to minority artists appeared first on Crikey.
The genius of Patrick Stewart in 10 silent minutes
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/10/30/patrick-stewart-genius-tinker-tailor-soldier-spy/
Published: October 30, 2026 01:34
Patrick Stewart, who has died aged 86, gave a wordless performance in Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy that perfectly illustrates his presence and versatility. The post The genius of Patrick Stewart in 10 silent minutes appeared first on Crikey.
Take away Albo’s ‘problematic’ power to allocate MPs more staff — he’s incapable of using it properly
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/10/30/anthony-albanese-advisor-david-farley-pauline-hanson/
Published: October 30, 2026 01:30
Hanson is right: Albanese’s decision to offer One Nation MP David Farley an advisor stinks. It also suggests his political instincts aren’t what they used to be. The post Take away Albo’s ‘problematic’ power to allocate MPs more staff — he’s incapable of…
No aftershocks for Israel as democracy earthquake hits Brazil and Serbia. But will Trump get a tsunami?
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/10/30/israel-brazil-serbia-us-midterms-elections/
Published: October 30, 2026 00:57
People are flocking to the polls all over the world. How will things shake out? The post No aftershocks for Israel as democracy earthquake hits Brazil and Serbia. But will Trump get a tsunami? appeared first on Crikey.
Albanese is adept at turning the tide. But to deliver what?
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/10/30/anthony-albanese-polls-labor-john-howard-paul-keating/
Published: October 29, 2026 23:28
The prime minister has turned around bad political positions before. The question is, what exactly does he want to achieve? The post Albanese is adept at turning the tide. But to deliver what? appeared first on Crikey.
Albanese leaving Chalmers to face the growing economic backlash
Published: October 29, 2026 20:07
Anthony Albanese is preparing for another overseas trip, leaving Treasurer Jim Chalmers to face the music. Meanwhile, the government has new plans for how to tackle copyright and AI, plus on where to build data centres. The post Albanese leaving Chalmers…
The Snoop: Mushroom trial media blitz plunges new depths, Wong vs Shoebridge in estimates blow up, and more
Published: October 29, 2026 01:04
Plus: News Corp journos are at war (yes, again!). The post The Snoop: Mushroom trial media blitz plunges new depths, Wong vs Shoebridge in estimates blow up, and more appeared first on Crikey.
‘You can draw the inference’: Australia reveals concerns about Chinese ballistic missile test from nuclear sub
Published: October 29, 2026 00:33
Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong was in Fiji when Chinese officials reached out to warn about the test. The post ‘You can draw the inference’: Australia reveals concerns about Chinese ballistic missile test from nuclear sub appeared first on Crikey.
Labor’s ‘fixes’ for surging inflation are stupid
Published: October 29, 2026 00:14
Surging inflation has left the government in a deepening hole — and it is making the problem worse with its own policies. But it's not the only one in trouble. The post Labor’s ‘fixes’ for surging inflation are stupid appeared first on Crikey.
Netanyahu dashes hopes of the Israelis desperate for change
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/10/29/israeli-election-result-benjamin-netanyahu-likud-gadi-eisenkot/
Published: October 28, 2026 23:14
It appears neither Netanyahu’s hard-line bloc nor the opposition coalition will win the seats needed to secure a straightforward majority in the Knesset. It's a frustrating result for Israelis hoping for a new direction. The post Netanyahu dashes hopes of…
UN report on Israel’s continued genocide in Gaza and extermination in the West Bank will go largely ignored
Published: October 28, 2026 21:46
Despite a truce in place, Israel is still committing war crimes in Gaza and the West Bank, independent experts commissioned by the UN have found. Nothing will come of it. The post UN report on Israel’s continued genocide in Gaza and extermination in the…
Dozens killed in high-speed rail collision in Spain
Published: October 28, 2026 20:13
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has declared three days of national mourning after the deadly collision involving two trains south of Madrid. Meanwhile, the inflation blame game continues to ramp up. The post Dozens killed in high-speed rail collision…
‘Honesty, respect and compassion’ is a bridge too far for many of our politicians
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/10/28/civility-pledge-helen-haines-compassion-in-politics-australia/
Published: October 28, 2026 01:30
Many MPs have so far failed to sign the “civility pledge” — first signed by independent MP Helen Haines. It is the most honest thing many of our political leaders have done in a while. The post ‘Honesty, respect and compassion’ is a bridge too far for many…
The Snoop: Sarah Henderson’s memory problem, One Nation vs the ABC on flags, and more
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/10/28/sarah-henderson-one-nation-abc-peta-credlin-news24/
Published: October 28, 2026 01:29
Plus: Peta Credlin and Andrew Clennell go at each other live on air. The post The Snoop: Sarah Henderson’s memory problem, One Nation vs the ABC on flags, and more appeared first on Crikey.
Post-‘woke 1.0’, has identity politics worn thin in Victoria?
Published: October 28, 2026 01:16
While the rise of One Nation has dominated attention in the run-up to the Victorian election, economic pressures are quietly reshaping politics on the left. The post Post-‘woke 1.0’, has identity politics worn thin in Victoria? appeared first on Crikey.
Australians’ biometric data could be handed to Palantir under still-vague deal with US
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/10/28/palantir-australian-biometric-data-secret-us-visa-waiver-deal/
Published: October 28, 2026 00:33
The government continues to resist attempts to find out what personal information about Australians it is willing to hand over so that we remain part of the US Visa Waiver Program. The post Australians’ biometric data could be handed to Palantir under…
Could ‘Talafreako’ turn Texas blue? Crikey’s on the ground in the Lone Star State, where God’s vote isn’t clear
Published: October 28, 2026 00:22
In the cattle barns and voting booths of Dallas, Republicans are torn between their loathing of Ken Paxton and their fear of James Talarico. The answer could spell the end of Donald Trump's imperial presidency. The post Could ‘Talafreako’ turn Texas blue?…
Albanese government braces for latest inflation data as rate rise looms
Published: October 27, 2026 20:15
Will it be more difficult economic news for the Albanese government? Meanwhile, new Greens leader David Shoebridge has a tax cut proposal he wants to tell everyone about, and Israel goes to the polls. The post Albanese government braces for latest…
Welcome to Lost Latitudes, Crikey’s new weekly newsletter to moor yourself in a world gone mad
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/10/27/lost-latitudes-bernard-keane-newsletter-crikey/
Published: October 27, 2026 01:48
Has the state of the world — and all its ceaseless, rapid change — made you feel adrift? You're not alone, and Crikey's politics editor Bernard Keane is here to chart a course somewhere better. The post Welcome to Lost Latitudes, Crikey’s new weekly…
The Snoop: Axe falls at SBS during ‘restructure’, Tim Wilson’s late-night letter, and more
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/10/27/sbs-redundancies-liz-truss-book-sources-bob-woodward/
Published: October 27, 2026 01:07
Plus the truly insane reviews of Liz Truss’ new book coming out of the UK. The post The Snoop: Axe falls at SBS during ‘restructure’, Tim Wilson’s late-night letter, and more appeared first on Crikey.
Emails on the destruction of Australian war cemetery in Gaza withheld for months
Published: October 27, 2026 00:47
The department said the request for the material was "complex". However, most of what was eventually released had already been quoted in Senate estimates. The post Emails on the destruction of Australian war cemetery in Gaza withheld for months appeared…
Read the f***ing room, data centre companies: you offer nothing but dislocation
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/10/27/data-centre-ai-companies-melbourne-offer-nothing-but-problems/
Published: October 27, 2026 00:16
For many voters, AI and the data centres it requires look like the ultimate neoliberal reform: disruption and higher costs while the benefits flow to the elite. The post Read the f***ing room, data centre companies: you offer nothing but dislocation…
Lula won a ‘miracle’ election in Brazil. Now comes the hard part: putting the country back on the right track
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/10/27/lula-da-silvas-miracle-election-victory-in-brazil/
Published: October 26, 2026 23:49
Lula's victory matters far beyond Brazil's borders, as he navigates a deeply divided country and pressure from overseas. The post Lula won a ‘miracle’ election in Brazil. Now comes the hard part: putting the country back on the right track appeared first…
Could Pauline Hanson and Matt Canavan duke it out for this seat?
https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/10/27/pauline-hanson-one-nation-matt-canavan-nationals-capricornia/
Published: October 26, 2026 23:16
Speculation is swirling that Nationals leader Matt Canavan will try to switch from Senate and run for the Queensland seat of Capricornia. Could Pauline Hanson do the same? The post Could Pauline Hanson and Matt Canavan duke it out for this seat? appeared…
Angus Taylor banks on voters wanting big spending cuts
Published: October 26, 2026 20:11
The Coalition leader is firmly back in the headlines with his plans for more than $30 billion in spending cuts. Meanwhile, a series of globally significant elections are all happening at the same time. The post Angus Taylor banks on voters wanting big…