An ‘impossible’ situation or ‘unhinged’ police? Inside the chaos at Sydney’s anti-Herzog protest Police have defended their actions after Monday’s protest. Here’s how the night played out The Guardian - AU · Feb 13
DJ more, channel Zohran and get a sleep doctor: Adam Bandt on life after politics and saving the planet The former Greens leader’s appointment as CEO of the Australian Conservation Foundation raised eyebrows – but for him, the mission remains the same The Guardian - AU · Feb 13
Left or right, Keir? Labour factions jostle for influence in post-McSweeney No 10 Soft left senses chance to push Starmer into progressive pivot, but leftward turn would be fiercely resisted by some The Guardian - UK · Feb 13
Nigel Farage's Reform UK could 'come through the middle' to win Gorton and Denton by-election - new analysis A split in the Left-leaning vote may pave the way for a Reform victory, says Rob Ford, Professor of Political Science at Manchester University Evening Standard · Feb 13
Morning Mail: Taylor poised to take Liberal leadership, Trump’s gift to billionaire polluters, Australia’s moguls gold Challenger expected to oust Sussan Ley in party room vote this morning The Guardian - AU · Feb 12
Afternoon Update: Taylor launches Liberal leadership tilt; Minns doubles down over Sydney rally; and how hot is Jacob Elordi? Liberal leadership spill under way as wave of resignations hits shadow ministry The Guardian - AU · Feb 12
Muslim community reels after police violence at protest A defiant premier is backing his police force and won't apologise to the Muslim community after officers forcibly removed people engaged in prayer. AAP · Feb 11
Islamophobia Envoy Demands Police Apologise Over Actions At Sydney’s Anti-Herzog Rally Australia’s Islamophobia envoy Aftab Malik urges an apology and investigation for NSW Police's actions at Sydney Rally. Pedestrian.tv · Feb 11
Superannuation tax changes one step closer to reality Labor's tweaked super concessions bill that will increase taxes on high account holders but won't hit unrealised gains has taken its first step to becoming law. AAP · Feb 11
Liberals facing wipe-out in South Australian lower house: new poll A South Australian Fox & Hedgehog state poll has the Liberals facing a possible wipe-out in the lower house, losing seats to Labor and One Nation. One Nation continues to surge in a federal YouGov poll, and Newspoll has respondent preferences for a Labor vs One Nation contest. The Conversation · Feb 11
Muslims vow legal action after protest prayers clash Police could face legal action after officers shoved and threw around a group of people attempting to pray at a protest. AAP · Feb 10
Israeli leader hails 'new beginning' in Australian ties Israel's visiting president is pushing for stronger ties with Australia, declaring the strength of the relationship depends on more than the Gaza conflict. AAP · Feb 10
‘I would pack Starmer’s suitcase for him’: Disdain for Labour unites Gorton and Denton ahead of crucial by-election ON THE GROUND: The fate of Keir Starmer’s premiership could be decided in Gorton and Denton on Thursday, where Labour faces a struggle to cling on to a 13,000 majority. Dan Haygarth speaks to despondent constituents who are considering switching their allegiance to the Greens or Reform The Independent UK · Feb 10
'Turn it right down': PM urges calm after ugly clashes Anthony Albanese has called for calm after violent clashes at a rally against the Israeli president's visit, while noting Palestinians remain "oppressed". AAP · Feb 10
AAP · Feb 10 'Unacceptable': cops slammed for Muslim prayer bust-up Muslim figures are incensed after police violently broke up a prayer group at a thousands-strong rally against a contentious visit by the Israeli president.
Pedestrian.tv · Feb 9 Shocking Videos Of Sydney Protest Against Isaac Herzog’s Visit Emerge: ‘Corporal Punishment’ NSW police are under scrutiny after officers used pepper spray and made 27 arrests at a packed Sydney Town Hall rally against Israeli President Isaac Herzog
The Guardian - AU · Feb 9 Chris Minns defends police in ‘impossible situation’ after video emerges of officers punching protesters in Sydney Politicians who attended protest against visit of Israeli president Isaac Herzog say police actions against demonstrators were ‘wildly inappropriate’
The Guardian - AU · Feb 9 A tale of two Scott Farquhars: how one small change set back political transparency in Australia Australia needs a balance between protecting the privacy of donors and preserving the transparency of how political parties are funded
The Guardian - AU · Feb 9 Queensland government to introduce new gun control laws criticised as ‘weakest in Australia’ Under proposed changes in response to Bondi terror attack, only Australian citizens will be able to obtain a gun licence, with no cap on number of weapons
The Guardian - UK · Feb 9 Monday briefing: The Welsh were Labour’s most loyal voters, but even their support is in doubt In today’s newsletter: With public services under strain and voters drifting from traditional parties, the Senedd contest in May might end up causing an unprecedented reshaping of Welsh politics
The Conversation · Feb 8 One Nation surges to new high as Coalition slumps to record low in latest Newspoll Newspoll, Redbridge and Morgan polls all have One Nation second behind Labor, with the Coalition third. However, there are no Labor vs One Nation two-party estimates.
The Guardian - UK · Feb 8 Keir Starmer’s next steps: what hurdles must the prime minister now negotiate? Top aide’s resignation may buy PM time, but coming weeks bring events that could yet end his time in office
The Guardian - UK · Feb 8 ‘A pollster’s nightmare’: stakes are high in three-way fight for Gorton and Denton Labour faces a battle to hold on to its 13,000 majority, with the Greens the bookies’ favourite and Reform hoping to gain from split vote on left
The Independent UK · Feb 7 Polanski declares Gorton and Denton by-election a choice between ‘hate and hope’ ahead of Reform battle Leader Zack Polanski believes the Gorton and Denton by-election will be a race between the Greens and Reform
Evening Standard · Feb 7 Gorton and Denton by-election is choice between hope and hate, Greens say Leader Zack Polanski said it was a race between the Greens and Reform UK.