Government rhetoric on youth crime does not match reality
The government's tough talk means little unless they are prepared to strengthen legislation and ignore the advice of the experts.
The Age Editorials
Sexist advertising crackdown is welcome
In these turbulent political times, it is important to be very clear that this is not an attempt to impose any new standards on advertising.
US refugee deal could quickly come unstuck
The fate of people held on Nauru and Manus Island should not be hostage to the whim of Donald Trump.
Stronger powers needed to tackle worker exploitation
We have clear laws around pay rates, hours of work and other conditions, and authorities need the powers and the resources to ensure these are not being ignored.
Mitchell and Cotchin deserve Brownlows
The AFL Commission has a choice between the easy thing to do and the right thing to do. Let's hope it takes heed of Jobe Watson's actions in deciding to relinquish his Brownlow and awards the 2012 medal retrospectively to Sam Mitchell and Trent Cotchin.
Media must not dismiss prevailing global mood
The reality is that the majority of journalists are drawn from a narrow educational and social pool. The media in Britain and the US – and here too – have been unable, or unwilling, to read the tea leaves.
Dog scandal sheds light on MP perks mess
Taking out the trash" is a tried and true political tactic. It occurs on the days the public's attention is focused elsewhere.
Suppression orders restricting the public's right to know
The Open Courts Act is not achieving its aims. We welcome the review into its operation.
Trump win a lesson for Victoria’s own rust belt
It would be naive to think the sentiment that swept Donald Trump to power and led Britain to Brexit does not exist in Australia.
Lessons for us all in US election shock
The US election has revealed a shocking level of anger and resentment festering in sections of the US, and the result leaves the country poisonously divided.
Abuse payout scheme comes with glaring flaw
Given the appalling track record of many institutions in supporting people who were abused, allowing them the choice of whether to contribute financially to the national compensation scheme seems ludicrous.
Bulk-bill limit would be a step backwards
Limiting access to bulk-billed GPs would mean a bad start for the federal government's reform scheme.
US election can be big step for gender equality
The wild-eyed fury and conjecture of Clinton's critics is a reminder that global gender equality can actually take a big step forward with this year's US presidential election.
We must support Hazelwood's workers
We support the closure of the Hazelwood power plant, but government must help workers and the community find new opportunities.
Where did Lincoln's 'better angels' go?
This man is manifestly unfit for office.
Proposal to ban refugees forever is cruel and misguided
How much more can we compound the punishment of those who had the terrible misfortune to be born in a country racked by war and conflict, or to have suffered persecution?
Race for jockey equality has long way to run
A year on from Michelle Payne's historic Melbourne Cup win, the question should be asked, how much has changed for women jockeys in Victoria?
More must be done to protect health workers
No one should have to accept violence as a part of their working life, least of all those whose work is to care for us all.
The people's race gets ready for a new era
Much credit must go to the VRC and its members for keeping the Melbourne Cup at the very pinnacle of major sporting events.
Clean energy should be non-partisan challenge
Recent days have brought a welcome update on how far the global community has come in addressing climate change, but also a reminder of how far we need to go.