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Tegan George

Tegan George is a seasoned journalist with nearly two decades of experience reporting on the events and policies that shape Australia. From the halls of Parliament House to the frontlines of natural disasters, she brings clarity and insight to complex issues and is passionate about making politics accessible and engaging for all audiences.

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How Australia can chart its own course in an uncertain world

International relations experts are calling on more world leaders to stop “sanewashing” what’s happening in the Trump era.

International Affairs
How Australia can chart its own course in an uncertain world

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UN Human Rights review calls on Australia to act on youth incarceration crisis

40 countries urged the Albanese Government to raise the age of criminal responsibility from ten to 14 years, bringing it into line with internationally recognised standards.

Society & Culture
UN Human Rights review calls on Australia to act on youth incarceration crisis

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“Living within a lie”: Carney’s eulogy to the international order

Mark Carney's speech has drawn international praise, as well as quick retaliation from Donald Trump. It’s a scenario Australia has been desperate to avoid.

International Affairs
“Living within a lie”: Carney’s eulogy to the international order

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As heatwaves worsen, Australia remains a climate laggard

As the nation’s south-east languishes through another heatwave, new data has revealed what millions already know: more Australians are feeling the heat. The OECD has released its Economic Surveys for 2026 and it makes for sobering reading.

ClimateEconomy
As heatwaves worsen, Australia remains a climate laggard
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