Private health isn’t delivering on value. Here are three practical steps for reform
This is the second of three articles examining the value private health insurance and private healthcare bring to the Australian health system.
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Santos records nearly $47bn in sales over a decade without paying corporate tax
Corporate tax transparency data shows that for the 10th straight year, Santos has made zero corporate tax payments from nearly $47 billion in sales. This covers the period from 2013-14 to 2023-24 (the most recent data available).
Rare political window opens for government as support surges for 25% gas export tax
Support for a 25% tax on gas exports is surging across Australia: uniting politicians, big business, environmental organisations, and voters in an ever-growing coalition. This rapidly expanding support has created a unique political window, making it easier than ever for the government to act and secure $17 billion annually for essential services like schools and hospitals, and the momentum is only continuing to build.
Save Tuvalu, Save the World
Laurie Carmichael Lecture: Doug Cameron on Australian Sovereignty and the Path to Peace
Video Report: The fight to save Murujuga
Press Conference: "Big gas is taking the piss"
Video Report: Why is NSW Still Logging the Great Koala National Park?
Japanese climate coalition joins growing push for 25% gas export tax
Calls for Australia to impose a 25 per cent gas export tax have gained international backing, with a coalition of Japanese climate and advocacy groups urging the Albanese government to act.
Pacific nations step up push for fossil fuel phase-out ahead of global talks
Pacific leaders are preparing to meet in Vanuatu to agree on a unified position ahead of the first global conference on transitioning away from oil, coal, and gas later in the year.
Factcheck: Angus Taylor’s claim that expanding Parliament “could cost $620 million” is misleading
Liberal leader Angus Taylor claims that expanding Parliament “could cost taxpayers more than $620 million”. This figure is misleading, relying on unclear assumptions and omitting important context.
Factcheck: Do Australians 'overwhelmingly support' gun control? Yes they do.
Yes, they do. Polling surveys consistently show that Australians support strengthened gun control.
Shorter America This Week: Ceasefire?; Madman theory; Group hugs in space
It isn’t always easy to keep up with what’s happening in the US. “Shorter America” is a series where Dr Emma Shortis loops you in on what’s going on in America and shares news and analysis that you can trust.
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