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No doubt whose side Burke is on

Industrial Relations Minister Tony Burke isn’t a fan of big business. He is more a fan of unions. 

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A long, nasty US election is looming

You don’t need to be overly interested in US politics to be aware that one of the most divisive political figures is revved up and ready to return to the White House. 

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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese prays for a new year reset

Anthony Albanese and his merry men and women will be counting down the sleeps until Christmas like kids waiting for the big guy in the red suit to deliver presents. 

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To hit net zero, we need gas

Imagine a State that has an abundance of gas reserves to draw from hitting a deficit in supply that then forces energy prices to rise. 

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Sarah-Jane Tasker CommentsPremiumBusting myths on inflation

It’s a catchy headline to say the RBA boss is blaming hairdressers and dentists for Australia’s ongoing inflation problem. But that’s not exactly what Michele Bullock said this week.

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Shifting goalposts trigger ire

The latest attempt to stop a new major gas project has added fuel to the sector’s rising concerns and companies are looking to the Federal Government for clarity. 

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Will Tony Burke ignore small business views on IR laws?

Tony Burke has refused to listen to business concerns about his controversial new industrial relations laws, instead preferring to shut down criticism.

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Treasurer must let independent RBA make rates call alone

Someone might want to remind Jim Chalmers what independent means. Here’s a refresher: free from outside control; not subject to another’s authority.

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Who’ll cop the blame for rate pain?

The average Australian probably doesn’t yet know the name of the new RBA boss — the person who becomes the face to blame if they’re hit with further rate pain. 

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Amid gloom, Telethon's amazing spirit shines

Watching Telethon was a family event in my home growing up. We’d camp out to watch the rolling coverage and always tried to get our favourite celebrity manning the phone room to take our call. 

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Woodside gas slapdown has shifted goalposts once again

Woodside was kicking goals one day and then benched by a court decision the next, in a move that could have broader implications for future gas projects in WA. 

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Why Qantas will come out of inquiry relatively unscathed

The senators failed on Wednesday to get the “gotcha” moment they were hoping for and Goyder and Hudson survived relatively unscathed — and so will Qantas.

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Dispirited by out-of-touch Joyce as he departs Qantas

What a legacy Alan Joyce is leaving. He may have delivered a record $2.47 billion profit last week that keeps his investors happy but ask the airline’s customers how happy they are about the service. 

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Major companies: Step up and bolster women’s sport

Look how far The Matildas went with only a fraction of the financial support of their main competitors. Imagine what could be achieved with the right funding, starting from a grassroots level. 

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Premier Roger Cook must learn from this sorry saga

A backflip is never the best look but Cook has shown this week he’s not above admitting when he’s made a mistake. 

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The truth about Australia’s wellbeing may hurt

It’s a noble goal to measure our wellbeing but is Chalmers prepared to be held accountable to these measures?

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Labor will miss RBA scapegoat

Jim Chalmers will put on his populist hat and likely punt RBA governor Philip Lowe. 

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Cook’s bark over heritage laws may come back to bite him

Newly installed Premier Roger Cook didn’t mince his words when challenged in question time over concerns about changes to Aboriginal cultural heritage laws. But will his fiery tone come back to bite him?

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Albo and Chalmers need to start providing real solutions

Anthony Albanese and Jim Chalmers won’t be able to hide behind the RBA for much longer as it takes the heat for the mortgage pain being felt across Australia. 

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Big end of town lining up to hand McGowan lucrative gigs

The end of Mark McGowan’s political career won’t spell the end of this top talent — it will mark the beginning of a very lucrative corporate career.

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Treasurer Jim Chalmers’ ambition in check. For now

Albanese doesn’t need to look over his shoulder but he should take note of Chalmers’ polished performance that played to the audience. 

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How ‘relief’ will drive up inflation

Another Budget week done and another reminder that WA’s resources sector continues to power Federal and State coffers. 

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Why surplus celebrations won’t last

Four more sleeps until Treasurer Jim Chalmers delivers what is expected to be a little surplus gift in the Federal Budget. 

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Spotlight on energy future comes at perfect time

Gas has a key role to play in the push to be “greener” and it’s important these policies don’t have unintended consequences.

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