Download IPFS Tanya Plibersek, Australia’s new Minister for Social Services, faces a daunting challenge in managing the nation’s multibillion-dollar social services system, as warned by her own department, amid rising political polarization and global uncertainties. This article explores the complexities she encounters in her new role and the broader implications[Read More…]

Download IPFS Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has committed to reviewing the China-Australia Free Trade Agreement (ChAFTA) during his Beijing visit, aiming to strengthen economic ties with Australia’s largest trading partner while facing criticism that the approach may compromise national interests. The move raises concerns about balancing trade gains with security[Read More…]

Download IPFS New data suggests teenage vaping rates in Australia are dropping, with Health Minister Mark Butler attributing the decline to strict regulations, though critics argue the Labor government’s policies have fueled a dangerous black market. The shift raises questions about enforcement and the long-term impact on youth health. Recent[Read More…]

Download IPFS Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is facing renewed pressure to take a firmer stance against China over the detention of Australian writer Yang Hengjun, amid criticism that his recent diplomatic visit to Beijing placed trade ahead of human rights. Yang, a pro-democracy blogger and former Chinese diplomat, has been[Read More…]