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Flags of the United States and Iran backdrop a naval battle scene with a fighter jet and an aircraft carrier amid smoke and explosions near Iran’s map silhouette on the right.

USA-IRAN war: This is not the beginning of the crisis — it is its dangerous transition

Iran’s attack on the oil facilities of Fujairah is not an isolated military incident. It constitutes a deliberate strategic move that shifts the conflict from the level of pressure to the level of destabilisation. And most importantly, it reveals that the next…

6 May, 2026

OPINION·VICTORIA

Labor’s Werribee wake-up call: A new opportunity for the Liberal Party

The dramatic collapse of Labor’s vote in its traditional strongholds, highlighted by the Werribee by-election, should be a major wake-up call for the Victorian ALP. Premier Jacinta Allan has publicly acknowledged the party’s poor performance, but the crucial question remains: can Labor…

12 February, 2025

OPINION

The dangers of releasing immigration detainees with criminal histories: A call for tougher policies

Recent revelations about Emran Dad, a former ringleader of a child exploitation gang, highlight a growing and deeply concerning trend in Australia’s immigration system: the release of criminal detainees, some with heinous histories, into the community. Dad’s release, despite his extensive criminal record,…

5 February, 2025

AUSTRALIA·OPINION

Australia’s Path to Economic Revival: The case for comprehensive reform

Australia finds itself at a critical juncture, grappling with sluggish economic growth and a regulatory environment that hampers innovation and productivity. As the nation prepares for its next federal election, now is the time for bold reforms that tackle the core challenges…

29 January, 2025

OPINION·VICTORIA

A New Year, But No New Solutions for Victoria’s Struggling Families

As the calendar flips to a new year, many of us hold out hope for fresh beginnings, better opportunities, and a chance for improvement. Unfortunately, for many Victorians, the dawn of 2025 is a stark reminder that last year’s struggles have not…

22 January, 2025

OPINION·TECHNOLOGY

Yes, our phones are listening – But that’s just the beginning…

The idea that smartphones are listening to us is no longer a conspiracy theory but a confirmed reality. However, as revealed in the chilling HBO documentary Surveilled, this is just the tip of the iceberg regarding the threats posed by modern surveillance…

16 January, 2025

OPINION·VICTORIA

Victoria’s Policing Crisis: A strained force struggles to keep up with rising Youth Crime

Victoria’s police force is facing a crisis in resource allocation, with dire consequences for public safety. Recently, it has been revealed that the air wing, a critical resource in high-speed car chases and pursuits of young criminals, is now being reserved for “life…

31 December, 2024

AUSTRALIA·OPINION

Green Hydrogen Promise Faces Reality Check with Diesel-Fuelled Power Plant

When Anthony Albanese pledged $700 million to help power the Hunter Power Project with green hydrogen, the message was clear: Australia was moving towards a cleaner, greener energy future. This new taxpayer-funded plant was to be a symbol of Labor’s commitment to…

30 December, 2024

AUSTRALIA·OPINION

The Beetaloo Basin – A key to Australia’s energy future?

As Australia’s energy crisis deepens, the looming shortage of natural gas on the east coast is becoming a stark reality. With domestic production stymied by regulatory uncertainty, activist opposition, and green tape, Australia could soon face higher energy prices and risks of…

11 December, 2024

OPINION·WORLD

“He will win who knows when to fight and when not to fight”

Russia is embroiled in a complex, multi-dimensional geopolitical struggle that prioritizes long-term strategy over immediate wins, “He will win who knows when to fight and when not to fight”. At present, it stands alone against the collective West on the Ukrainian battlefield,…

10 December, 2024

OPINION·VICTORIA

Victoria: “Worst for Business”

Victoria, once a leader in economic innovation and business growth, is now facing significant challenges that threaten its position as a hub for commerce. The latest report from the Business Council of Australia (BCA) has ranked the state “worst for business” in the…

4 December, 2024

AUSTRALIA·OPINION

Australia’s economic future at risk: The impacts of a potential Trade War

Australia’s fiscal outlook has recently taken a sharp turn for the worse, with Deloitte Access Economics warning that the country’s budget deficit could swell to $33.5 billion by May 2025. This represents a significant deterioration from the $15.8 billion surplus projected for…

27 November, 2024

OPINION·VICTORIA

Is the use of Emergency Funds for transport projects justified?

The Victorian government’s use of emergency contingency funds to finance major infrastructure projects, including the $34.5 billion Suburban Rail Loop (SRL), has raised concerns about transparency and fiscal responsibility. A recent revelation that over $5 billion was spent through a government “credit…

20 November, 2024

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