A long election campaign is not necessarily a big risk for Turnbull
Mar 24, 2016 00:17 am UTC| Politics
There is a saying in boxing that you should never telegraph your punches if you can help it. Former prime minister Tony Abbott was a boxer in his youth, but it appears that current leader Malcolm Turnbull never pulled on...
Budget explainer: why the federal budget falls in May
Mar 24, 2016 00:15 am UTC| Politics Economy
Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbulls decision to bring forward the 2016 budget statement by one week to May 3 paves the way for the passing of supply bills, in case an election is called on May 11. The normal budget date...
What is Turnbull’s take on foreign policy?
Mar 24, 2016 00:09 am UTC| Insights & Views Politics
For anyone who has been following Malcolm Turnbulls progress as prime minister, his much-anticipated speech to the Lowy Institute contained few real surprises, other that the fact that it was inevitably preceded by an...
The two big failures of George Osborne's budget
Mar 23, 2016 16:02 pm UTC| Politics Economy
After a rollercoaster week for Britains chancellor, his eighth budget has been approved. George Osborne will be breathing a sigh of relief. After proudly announcing his budget on March 16, things began to unravel just 48...
US Election Series: All candidates except Kasich win some, lose some in Tuesday’s primaries
Mar 23, 2016 10:51 am UTC| Politics
Tuesday primaries saw mixed outcome in US presidential election race, where every candidate gains some ground. Democratic side Hilary Clinton has won big in Arizona, and grabbed 41 delegates, while Bernie Sanders...
How to inoculate people against Donald Trump's fact bending claims
Mar 23, 2016 02:49 am UTC| Insights & Views Politics
A potential Donald Trump presidency terrifies people worldwide. His racism, bullying, and enthusiasm for violence are a great concern for onlookers. But we see a positive in Trumps candidacy: We can improve our critical...
Morrison's embarrassment over budget timing was more his fault than Turnbull's
Mar 23, 2016 01:45 am UTC| Politics
Malcolm Turnbull admits he did not make a call on Sunday night to tell Scott Morrison he was bringing the budget forward, but that draws attention to the obvious point - the Treasurer had abundant warning. Morrisons...