Opinion: Hey Angus, we’re the problem
RK Crosby says Angus Taylor is very wrong in pointing the finger at immigrants for the hate and violence… it’s coming from Australians.
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Denise’s Desk: Barnaby Joyce’s political midlife crisis comes at New England’s expense
Watching the rise of Pauline Hanson and the renewed chatter about One Nation as a plausible alternative government, it is worth applying a simple test of reality.
Opinion: What the RBA wants Australians to do next to fight inflation – or risk more rate hikes
The RBA has raised the cash rate to 3.85% to combat sticky inflation. Meg Elkins explains the psychology behind the decision and what the central bank hopes Australians will do next: spend less, save more, and temper wage demands.
Opinion: Renewables over 50%, wholesale prices down – is the energy transition… succeeding?
Opinion: Can One Nation turn its polling hype into seats in parliament? History shows it will struggle
Opinion: Firefighters face repeat trauma. We learned how to reduce their risk of PTSD
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Opinion: An ‘AI afterlife’ is now a real option – but what becomes of your legal status?
Generative AI now allows you to create a “digital twin” for your loved ones to interact with after you die. But this booming “grief tech” industry raises serious unanswered questions about copyright, privacy, and who actually owns your digital identity once you are gone.
Opinion: The sad decline of the Bureau of Meteorology
Duane Groth argues the Bureau of Meteorology’s new website oversimplifies data, creating dangerous risks. He highlights issues with rainfall reporting, temperature minimums, and inaccurate UV forecasts, fearing a repeat of past disasters like Grantham.
Opinion: New research shows Australians support buying local for different reasons – and not all will pay more
As the “Australian Made” logo turns 40, new research reveals a divide in why we buy local. While older generations prioritize the economy and jobs, younger shoppers are driven by ethics and the environment – and are surprisingly more willing to pay a premium.
REGIONAL >
Roy’s Roundup: Lake Cargelligo tragedy, firearms laws & saving greyhound tracks
Armidale Airport: Ratepayers urged to have a say
Letter: Bush short-changed on populist rubbish
Former NSW Farmers President Mal Peters argues that complex government policy requires fact-based solutions, not “populist rubbish.” He predicts the “Barnaby Joyce train” will lose steam…
Keep readingLetter: New England BESS projects get certainty with government contracts
Max Doogood argues that Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are not as green as portrayed and pose safety risks to regional communities. He warns against foreign…
Keep readingLetter: Joyce sideline
Rural people have always had conflict with the Nationals saying one thing in the bush and another when they went to Canberra. The perils of Coalition.…
Keep readingLetter: Your Coulda Woulda Shoulda stories
Deni McKenzie writes: A huge thank you! Just to be clear, ALL the subjects you tackled including the $400,000, Hospital figures and roads add up to…
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This waste of oxygen was elected as a National Party Representative,until he resigns that job then he can’t take on…
Political mid-life crisis? More like a political end of life directive. That someone who had two stints as deputy PM…
SOCIAL ISSUES >
Opinion: We either believe in Human Rights for all or we don’t
Annabel Doherty from Armidale writes: An act of terrorism occurred on Noongar Country in Boorloo on 26 January 2026. The people targeted were supporting a First Nations Invasion Day event.
ENVIRONMENT >
Native pollinators need more support than honeybees in Australia – here’s why
Scientists argue thousands of Australian bee species and other native pollinators don’t enjoy nearly the same support as European honeybees.
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Tips+Tricks: Why Brand Soul is Not Sentimental, It’s Commercial
Georgie Scott says that “brand soul” in founder-led businesses isn’t just sentimental; it’s a crucial commercial asset. She explains how scaling often dilutes this magic and why codifying founder instinct is key to long-term value creation.
SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT >
Would you use AI to break writer’s block? We asked 5 experts
Bloomsbury CEO Nigel Newton suggests AI can help authors beat writer’s block. Five creative writing experts weigh in, offering perspectives ranging from ethical concerns to accessibility benefits, highlighting the complex debate on AI in literature.
