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From ‘this machine kills fascists’ to ‘King Trump’s private army’: the art of protest music

February 10, 2026

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Panizza Allmark, Professor of Visual & Cultural Studies, Edith Cowan University Alex Kormann/The Minnesota Star Tribune and Michael Ochs Archives, via Getty In January, over the course of three days, Bruce Springsteen wrote, recorded and released the political protest song Streets of Minneapolis. The song’s release was ... <a title="From ‘this machine kills fascists’ to ‘King Trump’s private army’: the art of protest music" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/02/10/from-this-machine-kills-fascists-to-king-trumps-private-army-the-art-of-protest-music-274974/" aria-label="Read more about From ‘this machine kills fascists’ to ‘King Trump’s private army’: the art of protest music">Read more</a>

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Isaac Herzog visit: protesters lose challenge to sweeping special police powers. What now?

February 9, 2026

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Maria O’Sullivan, Associate Professor of Law, Member of Deakin Cyber and the Centre for Law as Protection, Deakin University, Deakin University The NSW Supreme Court has dismissed a challenge to the extraordinary powers given to police to disrupt protests against Israeli President Isaac Herzog’s visit to Sydney ... <a title="Isaac Herzog visit: protesters lose challenge to sweeping special police powers. What now?" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/02/09/isaac-herzog-visit-protesters-lose-challenge-to-sweeping-special-police-powers-what-now-275436/" aria-label="Read more about Isaac Herzog visit: protesters lose challenge to sweeping special police powers. What now?">Read more</a>

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View from The Hill: Liberals desperate for a path out of purgatory

February 9, 2026

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra The Albanese government in question time on Monday was already targeting Angus Taylor as likely Liberal leader, while the aspirant’s supporters were grappling with the mechanics of organising the challenge. Sunday’s appalling Newspoll, showing the Liberals on a primary vote ... <a title="View from The Hill: Liberals desperate for a path out of purgatory" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/02/09/view-from-the-hill-liberals-desperate-for-a-path-out-of-purgatory-275401/" aria-label="Read more about View from The Hill: Liberals desperate for a path out of purgatory">Read more</a>

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Communal bathing was a public good. Then it got hijacked by wellness culture

February 9, 2026

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Jennifer E. Cheng, Researcher and Lecturer in Sociology, Western Sydney University Sergey Mironov/Getty Bathhouses are making a wave in Australia and overseas. And it’s not an isolated trend; it reflects the broader advancement of the global wellness economy, which some reports suggest is outpacing even IT and ... <a title="Communal bathing was a public good. Then it got hijacked by wellness culture" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/02/09/communal-bathing-was-a-public-good-then-it-got-hijacked-by-wellness-culture-272264/" aria-label="Read more about Communal bathing was a public good. Then it got hijacked by wellness culture">Read more</a>

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Australia can’t reach its ambitious climate targets with current policies. Here are 6 things we can try

February 9, 2026

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Steve Hatfield-Dodds, Honorary Professor of Public Policy, Australian National University Ludvig Hedenborg/Pexels, CC BY-NC-ND In less than ten years, Australia has to cut its emissions 62–75% below 2005 levels. Given reductions in emissions over the past 20 years, that translates to cutting emissions 47–65% below current levels. ... <a title="Australia can’t reach its ambitious climate targets with current policies. Here are 6 things we can try" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/02/09/australia-cant-reach-its-ambitious-climate-targets-with-current-policies-here-are-6-things-we-can-try-275088/" aria-label="Read more about Australia can’t reach its ambitious climate targets with current policies. Here are 6 things we can try">Read more</a>

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Yes, One Nation’s poll numbers are climbing. But major party status – let alone government – is still a long way off

February 9, 2026

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Andrea Carson, Professor of Political Communication, La Trobe University Recent polling has delivered a spike for the anti-immigration party One Nation, triggering media speculation that Australian politics is on the cusp of a populist realignment. The latest Newspoll had Labor on 33%, One Nation on 27% and ... <a title="Yes, One Nation’s poll numbers are climbing. But major party status – let alone government – is still a long way off" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/02/09/yes-one-nations-poll-numbers-are-climbing-but-major-party-status-let-alone-government-is-still-a-long-way-off-275086/" aria-label="Read more about Yes, One Nation’s poll numbers are climbing. But major party status – let alone government – is still a long way off">Read more</a>

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Japan’s rock star leader now has the political backing to push a bold agenda. Will she deliver?

February 9, 2026

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Adam Simpson, Senior Lecturer in International Studies in the School of Society and Culture, Adelaide University Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has delivered her Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) a landslide victory in the parliamentary elections she called shortly after taking office. Now that she has consolidated her ... <a title="Japan’s rock star leader now has the political backing to push a bold agenda. Will she deliver?" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/02/09/japans-rock-star-leader-now-has-the-political-backing-to-push-a-bold-agenda-will-she-deliver-274015/" aria-label="Read more about Japan’s rock star leader now has the political backing to push a bold agenda. Will she deliver?">Read more</a>

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Forget grand plans. These small tweaks can add meaning to your life

February 9, 2026

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Trevor Mazzucchelli, Associate Professor of Clinical Psychology, Curtin University Quốc Bảo/Pexels The start of the year often comes with attempts at big life changes that we’re hoping will make us feel more grounded, fulfilled or in control. Maybe you’ve decided it’s time to change careers, move overseas ... <a title="Forget grand plans. These small tweaks can add meaning to your life" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/02/09/forget-grand-plans-these-small-tweaks-can-add-meaning-to-your-life-271616/" aria-label="Read more about Forget grand plans. These small tweaks can add meaning to your life">Read more</a>

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Rebuilding after a disaster is a long road. Lismore’s businesses offer hope for others

February 9, 2026

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Dan Etheridge, Director, The Living Lab Northern Rivers, Office of Pro Vice Chancellor (Research and Education Impact), Southern Cross University “Right – flood’s on. Get ready.” That’s what Jody Cheetham has told her staff the last two times she’s watched the river rising, following after heavy rain ... <a title="Rebuilding after a disaster is a long road. Lismore’s businesses offer hope for others" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/02/09/rebuilding-after-a-disaster-is-a-long-road-lismores-businesses-offer-hope-for-others-271935/" aria-label="Read more about Rebuilding after a disaster is a long road. Lismore’s businesses offer hope for others">Read more</a>

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‘I wish I could fall asleep and never wake up’: even passive suicidal thoughts are a worry. Here’s how to respond

February 9, 2026

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Maddison Crethar, PhD Candidate, Youth Mental Health, University of the Sunshine Coast Rian A. Saputro/Unsplash Suicide is the leading cause of death among Australians aged 15 to 49. Approximately one in eight Australians have seriously considered suicide. These numbers highlight why it’s crucial to understand the different ... <a title="‘I wish I could fall asleep and never wake up’: even passive suicidal thoughts are a worry. Here’s how to respond" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/02/09/i-wish-i-could-fall-asleep-and-never-wake-up-even-passive-suicidal-thoughts-are-a-worry-heres-how-to-respond-274741/" aria-label="Read more about ‘I wish I could fall asleep and never wake up’: even passive suicidal thoughts are a worry. Here’s how to respond">Read more</a>

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Why are new tea towels worse at drying dishes than older ones?

February 9, 2026

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Rebecca Van Amber, Senior Lecturer in Fashion & Textiles, RMIT University Anna Shvets/Pexels There’s a peculiar ritual in many kitchens: reaching past the crisp, pristine tea towel hanging on the oven door to grab the threadbare, slightly greying one shoved in the drawer. We all know that ... <a title="Why are new tea towels worse at drying dishes than older ones?" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/02/09/why-are-new-tea-towels-worse-at-drying-dishes-than-older-ones-271852/" aria-label="Read more about Why are new tea towels worse at drying dishes than older ones?">Read more</a>

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Landslides are NZ’s deadliest natural hazard. Why does it still tolerate the risk?

February 9, 2026

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Tom Robinson, Senior Lecturer Above the Bar, University of Canterbury New Zealand Herald/Dean Purcell/Getty Images The recent deaths of eight people in two New Zealand landslides has left the public searching for answers. Some questions will be technical, about what failed and why. But one should surely ... <a title="Landslides are NZ’s deadliest natural hazard. Why does it still tolerate the risk?" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/02/09/landslides-are-nzs-deadliest-natural-hazard-why-does-it-still-tolerate-the-risk-275206/" aria-label="Read more about Landslides are NZ’s deadliest natural hazard. Why does it still tolerate the risk?">Read more</a>