Cost of living still a sore point for voters as politicians go on holiday
A mammoth year in politics ended with a focus on what is worrying most Australians ahead of Christmas: the cost of living.
Should anti-bullying approaches encourage kids to be 'upstanders'?
Research suggests that actively encouraging students to be 'upstanders' to bullying may even be counterproductive.
Topic:Analysis
Bruce Lehrmann is running out of courts to continue his legal battle
With his defamation appeal dismissed and legal costs rising, Bruce Lehrmann is almost out of options. A High Court bid is possible, but what would it take to get there?
Three things show Albanese's score on trust and integrity
Despite holding a commanding position, Anthony Albanese knows the global trend of sliding trust in government isn't one to be taken lightly.
Tricky stadium project may need another vote if costs blow out
A stadium on Hobart's waterfront has gained enough support to pass parliament, after key independents declared on Wednesday they would support the contentious project.
GDP figures a beautiful set of numbers with a sting in the tail
Australia's latest economic growth numbers show an economy in generally rude health, but that might result in a rude shock for mortgage borrowers earlier rather than later in 2026.
It's almost never OK for psychologists to date their clients
A new code of conduct for for Australian psychologists provides updated guidance that it's almost never OK to date someone who is or has been a client, even if that was years ago.
Topic:Analysis
Bruce Lehrmann to learn fate of defamation case Federal Court appeal
A decision in Bruce Lehrmann's Federal Court appeal to the findings in his failed defamation case against Network Ten will be handed down tomorrow — and whatever the outcome, there will be consequences for all.
The uncomfortable truth about what we get wrong on domestic violence murders
Victims must always be believed. The uncomfortable truth, however, is that statistically, it is almost impossible to predict lethal family violence because it is so rare.
The numbers and narrative behind Australia's staggering pink ball success
Day-night Test cricket provides Australia with one of the most potent home advantages in the history of the sport. Ten years into its existence, these are the numbers behind the format, its best performers and the ways England could spring an upset in Brisbane.