Although politicians are not popular, there are good reasons to want more of them. The Australian population has grown by 11 million since the last increase in the number of politicians, leaving local members stretched thin.
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Tasmanians warned they may foot the bill for new logging deals
Tasmania’s Liberal Government is being warned against rushing to lock in long-term logging contracts, with critics cautioning the state could be forced to pay millions to tear them up.
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The core case for gas plummets into a screaming death spiral - Part 2
In Q4 2024, the average wholesale earnings [RC5] of batteries discharging was higher than gas. In Q4 2025, that has flipped.
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International Affairs
Who benefits more from the PALM Scheme – Australia or Australia’s 'Pacific family'?
Temporary workers from Pacific Island nations and Timor Leste generate almost $1 billion in economic value, but less than $200 million ends up going home with them.
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Australian high schools ranked the most expensive in the developed world
Australian high schools have topped an unenviable global ranking, with new research showing they’re the most expensive in the developed world.
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