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Grattan on Friday: Key markers on the bumpy road to this election

When we look back, we can see the road to election day has had a multitude of signposts, flashing red lights, twists, turns and potholes. Some came before the formal campaign; others in the final countdown days; some have been major, others symbolic.

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The rise of right-wing Christian populism and its powerful impact on Australian politics

As Australians cast pre-poll votes in record numbers, it is not only political parties and candidates who are trying to influence votes.

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When ‘equal’ does not mean ‘the same’: Liberals still do not understand their women problem

“Women’s” issues are once again playing a significant role in the election debate as Labor and the Liberals trade barbs over which parties’ policies will benefit women most. In the latest salvo, the opposition has announced a $90 million package to combat family and domestic violence.

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This election, disinformation is swirling on Chinese social media. Here’s how it spreads

Since 2024, the RECapture research team has been monitoring political disinformation and advertising in Australia.

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Half way through the campaign, how are the major party leaders faring?

More than two weeks in, we know one thing for sure. This time, the election campaign does matter.

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‘Shame, disgust, horror’: Kate Grenville faces her family history of stolen land in Australia – and asks us to feel it with her

How do Australians feel about knowing the territory we inhabit was violently stolen from First Nations people? In Unsettled, Kate Grenville explores this through her own feelings. “I’ve been circling this book for years,” she writes.

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View from The Hill: uninspiring leaders, stressed voters and the shadow of Trump make for an uncertain contest

The usual story for a first-term government is a loss of seats, as voters send it a message, but ultimate survival.

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Peter Dutton Is Keen On A Referendum To Deport Dual Citizens With A Criminal History

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton — who spent months calling the Voice referendum a waste of money — is now floating the idea of holding one over deporting Australian citizens.

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Afternoon Update: Tropical Cyclone Alfred delayed; report finds voice referendum normalised racism; and a battle of the birds

The system is now expected to make landfall on Saturday morning as a category two storm

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'No safe space': racist incidents called out in report

Instances of racism are most commonly occurring online, according to a report, but its authors say there's 'no safe space' to avoid abuse.

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It's now easier to delegate Google Voice calls and transfer your number

Google Voice is getting two key updates aimed to make using the phone service in personal and business settings easier.

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Jules Feiffer, Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist and writer, dies at 95

Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist and writer Jules Feiffer has died

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First Voice to parliament urges meaningful change

Australia's first Voice to Parliament has a "heavy burden" to prove itself but presents an opportunity to create better lives for First Nations people.

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First Nations Voice makes history in South Australia: ‘We are determined to prove you wrong’

Inaugural address from Leeroy Bilney, outlining racist history of Australia and future challenges, greeted with acclaim

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61 Years Later, 'Dune' Just Changed the Origin of Its Most Famous Superpower

In 'Dune: Prophecy,' the origin of the Bene Gesserit power of "the Voice," seems to have been changed. But has it?

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Blake Shelton relieved to escape the 'hamster wheel' after The Voice exit

Blake Shelton is pleased to be focusing on country music again after escaping the "hamster wheel" following 12 years as a coach on TV series 'The Voice'.

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How should Australian media cover the next federal election? Lessons from the US presidential race

Media coverage in Australia of the US presidential election and of the Voice referendum in October 2023 offer some pointers to what we might expect during next year’s federal election campaign.

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Donald Trump's US election win was a moment we'll never forget

Letters: 'His composure was something I hadn't seen'

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Stockton ferry isn't just a delightful three-minute journey, it's vital transport

Readers have their say on the issues of the day.

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Jockey Robbie Dolan goes from star turn on The Voice to live out Melbourne Cup dream

Irish-born Dolan better known for singing on the talent show than his horsecraft until riding Knight’s Choice to victory at Flemington

Newcastle Herald

Green light for East End was the right call to halt city's urban sprawl

Letters: 'Where are people going to be housed?'

Newcastle Herald

Bravo to Newcastle Pride festival for a day of inclusion

'It was full of colour, acceptance and inclusion.'

The Guardian - AU

‘I was very close to dying’: John Farnham may never sing again – but finds his voice in memoir

The Australian singer values his privacy – so he shocked film-maker Poppy Stockell when he asked her to help him write his memoir. She talks about their months together

Newcastle Herald

Newcastle, here's why we should take control of our cruise destiny

Letters: 'Start rattling some cages and making noise'.

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Can a ‘Trumpist’ approach to politics work in Australia?

In one of their typically literary sketches, 1990s comedy duo Stephen Fry and Hugh Laurie asked if Adolf Hitler’s fanatical racist oratory would have been as charismatic if delivered in English.

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