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The carbon tax debate damaged Julia Gillard’s leadership – and good climate policy for years to come

Carbon pricing and the Gillard government are fused together like molten glass in the memory of all those who witnessed the traumatic and consequential policy and political drama surrounding it.

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This unique novel comprised entirely of letters just won the Women’s Prize for Fiction

Virginia Evans’s took home the award for best fiction novel.

The Independent UK

Two British authors among writers shortlisted for 2026 Women’s Prize for Fiction

Former Australian prime minister Julia Gillard is the chair of judges, while author and DJ Annie Macmanus is also on the judging panel.

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Virginia Evans and Susan Choi are among 6 finalists for the Women's Prize for Fiction

Four debut novelists are among the six finalists for the 2026 Women’s Prize for Fiction, announced Wednesday

The Independent UK

Susan Choi and Lily King shortlisted for Women’s prize for fiction

The US writers join four debut authors in demonstrating ‘the complexity and beauty of the female experience’, said chair of judges Julia Gillard

The Guardian - UK

One Nation candidate contesting Sussan Ley’s seat likened Julia Gillard to ‘non-productive old cow’

Pauline Hanson says ‘get over it’ and fully backs David Farley, her party’s candidate in Farrer byelection

The Guardian - AU

‘Be prepared to cry’: My favourite new romance book is shortlisted for Women’s Prize for Fiction

The shortlisted books explore themes such as the role of women, individual agency, human connection, and the joy of literature

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Susan Choi and Katie Kitamura among authors longlisted for Women’s prize for fiction

Sixteen novels are in contention for the £30,000 award, now in its 31st year, with settings ranging from climate-ravaged islands to a near-future Kolkata

The Guardian - UK

As Albanese celebrates 30 years in parliament, what would the leftwing warrior of 1996 think of today’s PM?

He was once a ‘scrappy’ young firebrand and is now the longest-serving member in the Labor caucus. But Anthony Albanese’s journey to the top was not always a sure thing

The Guardian - AU

You spin some, you lose more: how Albanese’s gambling rhetoric falls short

As a new parliamentary year resumes, politicians such as the ACT’s David Pocock have renewed their calls for legislation to tackle Australia’s gambling losses, which are the worst in the world per capita.

The Conversation

Economy behind NZ PM Luxon's 10-month election call

New Zealanders already know their election date - November 7 - when the economy should determine whether Chris Luxon's right-wing coalition gets a second term.

AAP

View from The Hill: Albanese’s wedding guestlist a mudmap to his inner power sanctum

Those wanting to chart who’s in the prime minister’s inner sanctum need go no further than the political guests invited to his Saturday wedding.

The Conversation

Should Albanese ‘fight Tories’ harder? Or is blandness a safe bet in a fearful, populist world?

Anyone who reads Sean Kelly’s opinion pieces in the Nine newspapers will not be surprised to learn he is disappointed by the federal Labor government. The sense that, despite the lack of a credible opposition, the Albanese government is moving too slowly and cautiously is a widespread belief amongst Australians…

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Long wait to end for mother victims of forced adoption

A second Australian state is establishing a redress scheme for mothers whose children were forcibly adopted across decades.

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Competence and vision: how to be a successful opposition

Sussan Ley’s challenge as opposition leader is to keep her party united and ready to govern in the event that the government loses public favour. That is, they need to be a ready alternative government.

The Guardian - AU

Former Australian prime minister Julia Gillard to chair Women’s prize for fiction in 2026

Gillard reveals reading fiction is her most treasured pastime and looks forward to working with ‘a joyful panel of judges’

AAP

Australia's prime minister may have been better meeting a former Brexiteer who leads opinion polls, a leading political analyst says on his UK visit.

The Conversation

Economists want a carbon price comeback – but does Australia have the political courage?

Bold economic ideas are flowing ahead of this month’s roundtable convened by the Albanese government, aimed at boosting Australia’s productivity and economy, and repairing the budget. Among the biggest ideas to emerge is: should Australia resurrect its carbon price?

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View from The Hill: Albanese wants international cover before Australia recognises Palestine as a state

Anthony Albanese will recall well when another Labor prime minister was feeling the heat over Palestinian status.

The Guardian - UK

In what film did Jennifer Lawrence play a mop’s inventor? The Saturday quiz

From Cleeks, Crushers and HyFlyers to Catherine the Great, Julia Gillard and Boris Johnson, test your knowledge with the Saturday quiz

AAP

Women redefining philanthropy sector despite barriers

Persistent barriers are preventing the growth of female-led philanthropy but experts say greater visibility and awareness of giving will help to drive change.

The Guardian - AU

‘Disgusting’ slogan apparently directed at Victorian premier seen at rally attended by Brad Battin and union boss

‘Ditch the bitch’ was emblazoned on a fire truck at a rally against the state’s new emergency services levy

AAP

Workers' retirement nest eggs set for super boost

The superannuation guarantee will rise to a targeted 12 per cent after more than a decade of incremental increases.

AAP

Theatre company's box office boost from bumper season

More than half a million people saw a Sydney Theatre Company show in 2024, making for record revenues of just over $47 million.

The Guardian - AU

Flying shoes, a viral BLM speech and that leather jacket: Q+A’s most memorable moments

The ABC’s storied panel show is ending after 18 years – but its polarising topics and infamous arguments will live on in Australia’s collective memory

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