The change is compelled by evidence and is entirely about harm minimisation.

The AFL has levied an unduly lenient penalty at a time when women the world over are calling out sexism and harassment.

Much political uncertainty now abounds – the very antithesis of what governments should provide.

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A nation that does not run a good set of books can not formulate and maintain good public policy. These are far deeper than reasonable, efficiency driven cuts to the public sector.

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The Andrews government is spending at least $10 million a year on media and communications advisers.

But the underlying cause of the problem is an overall lack of staff, and shortage of professionals.

The primary source of this unavoidable, desirable change should be enlightened self-interest. As it becomes increasingly unattractive to own a car, the demand for public transport will prompt increased supply.

Should the government cut our losses and freeze the NBN, allowing rational market forces to help determine the route out of the mess?

Many people have missed out, for various reasons, on a fair share of the prosperity and opportunity generated by a decade of wealth creation. Homelessness and poverty have been rising, fueling a desire for change.

There is concern about Ms Ardern's antipathy to immigration and free trade

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The AFLW is the women's league and Mouncey is a woman. Where is the problem? It really is that simple.

All those given the choice immediately receive palliative benefit because fear and anxiety are reduced. About a third of those who seek the option do not exercise it.

Several internal reviews in recent years have described dangerous dysfunction. Yet the problems have worsened.

Mr Turnbull's policy may not be optimal, but it may be a reasonable route to a clean energy future.

If parents were receiving benefits of one kind or another, then more than two-thirds of their children were also on welfare

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Assisted dying should be available in a regulated and legal form for those who need it.

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On the issues of climate and same-sex marriage, the pressure on the government is growing.

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Perhaps Tony Abbott's time would be better served working within his own electorate, actually serving his own constituents.

The car-making dream has come to an end. Let's not let life for the industry's former workers become a nightmare.