
Australia has let abuse of its representatives become ‘part of the job’ – and women bear the brunt
The alleged attack on Helen Haines has renewed focus on MPs’ safety. More needs to be done to stop abuse and violence against public officials.
Independent Analysis and Reportage

The alleged attack on Helen Haines has renewed focus on MPs’ safety. More needs to be done to stop abuse and violence against public officials.

Feeling angry, frustrated and ignored, many have turned to online echo chambers to vent their rage. And that can tip over into conspiracy theories and violence.

The latest 1News Verian poll suggests the right may not need Opportunity to form a government.

Scary movies create tension in that space between perception and recognition, as your brain tries to determine what, exactly, you’re seeing.

New research shows abuse of older people takes many forms, from threats to harmful actions and neglect, and it often involves family members.

GLP-1s are very effective at managing diabetes, obesity and weight-related conditions. But they can come with side effects, including nutritional deficiencies.

New research shows travellers are willing to hand over control to AI if it provides accurate and consistent recommendations.

In 1920, an estimated ten billion rabbits roamed Australia. Biological controls have reduced their numbers – but rabbits remain a big problem

Enjoying parenting and loving your child are two very different things.

Adapting to a changing climate will require greater co-operation and co-ordination across various orders of government.

Following their resouding referendum loss, Alberta separatists must now choose between fighting within the UCP or through new parties.

It’s important to be aware of the need to discuss disappointing results honestly and constructively without making it personal or turning it into a label.