Political leadership
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Opinion
For once, we will vote at the polls on policy, not politics
This rare period of unity within both alternative parties of government means the next election will, refreshingly, be focused on ideas.
- by George Brandis
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Analysis
The two problem portfolios that Labor must turn into strengths
Anthony Albanese has given Tony Burke and Clare O’Neil two huge jobs - and two huge opportunities.
- by Stephanie Peatling
Tony Burke’s new ‘super portfolio’: Immigration and home affairs shift hands in reshuffle
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a revamped ministerial line-up to take to the next federal election.
- by Stephanie Peatling
Anthony Albanese to announce fresh faces in ministerial reshuffle to boost team for election battle
A new ministerial line up will be announced on Sunday as the government seeks to build momentum against the Coalition.
- by Stephanie Peatling
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Albanese sells his cabinet reshuffle as steady as he goes
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s ministerial reshuffle allows him to claim stability is a hallmark of his government.
- The Herald's View
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COVID inquiry
COVID left us poorer, sicker and with a big financial headache, inquiry told
Businesses, unions, health experts and the education sector say Australia needs to prepare for future pandemics to avoid repeating mistakes that are still being felt in some parts of the nation.
- by Shane Wright
‘Going into politics has taught me I’ve got more courage than I thought’
Two years ago, she was a “shy”, reluctant pollie. Now Allegra Spender’s navigating the fallout from tragedies at home and abroad.
- by Deborah Snow
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Anthony Albanese
O’Neil set to be shoved as Albanese executes cabinet ‘refresh’
Rumours have swirled for months that the immigration minister would be shifted into a new portfolio as political pressure intensified on the government over its handling of last year’s High Court decision.
- by Paul Sakkal
Opinion
Opinion
Messy power struggle gives ammunition to Pesutto’s Liberal enemies
The Coalition’s primary support is soaring ahead of Jacinta Allan’s Labor, but the conservative party has been racked by bitter divisions and disputes.
- by Annika Smethurst
O’Connor, Burney confirm retirements as MPs jostle for promotion
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says the resignations will allow him to refresh his ministry after two years with an unchanged team.
- by James Massola and Paul Sakkal
Opinion
State Parliament
Minns has passed one big political test, now he faces another
The annual NSW Labor state conference is often dominated by domestic policy, but events in the Middle East look set to overshadow this weekend’s gathering.
- by Alexandra Smith