As we have stated previously, the best way to resolve this situation is to refer it to the full bench of the Fair Work Commission for a decision that would be binding on all parties. Politicians harming themselves is merely gormless; risking harm to innocent citizens is unconscionable.

A number of recent child-sex cases have resulted in suspended sentences, unconditional bail, good behaviour bonds and jail terms of months, rather than years. This is insufficient both as a punishment and deterrent.

The only thing that will happen when we end the denial of the right of people in love to get married is that people in love will get married.

Our lawmakers must never forget that positions of public office are positions of public trust.

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Girls can express themselves however they should wish. The community – and especially fathers – should be forthright that it is never acceptable to rip off a girl’s image to use in a humiliating game.

The politics of pokies is as insidious as the machines themselves.

Foreign bribery by Australian firms increases the poverty and misery of some of the world’s poorest people.

For the sake of the people of Syria, the world should devote every effort to finding a solution that will work.

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Australia takes steps to keep its political system strong, stable and relevant for the world today, the goal should be that borders – physical, cultural, digital - don’t become barriers the way the Berlin Wall was.

The most important thing is to compete with honour and courage. This our team did admirably and with significant success. They deserve our respect and appreciation.

How best to attract excellent teachers is a complex and crucial question that should not be limited to a debate about ATAR scores.

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Malcolm Turnbull should be devoting every energy to forging a genuine approach in co-operation with the region towards asylum seekers.

The argument for an official probe has reached a tipping point.

Melbourne's still the world's most liveable city - but there is a growing need for more infrastructure.

It is clear the Reserve Bank has been frustrated by a lack of policies that would foster strong yet sustainable, long-term economic growth, and by the short-termism engendered by the three-year federal political cycle.

There is a glaring disconnect between our attitudes and laws around paedophilia that takes place on our soil, and our failure to act to stop these despicable crimes being perpetrated by our citizens elsewhere.

Australia may have a pragmatic need to engage with former Indonesian general Wiranto in his new role as chief security minister, but rights concerns must not be brushed aside.

Families, schools, public figures and social media companies all have a role to play in tackling misogyny.

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Australia should engage in a sensible discussion of what critical assets must remain carefully controlled without resorting to alarmist prejudice.