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2025

Should Australia have four-year terms?
The timing of the upcoming election exposes the economic trade-offs between recurring polls and long-term policy stability.
The federal election, Trumpian uncertainty, Europe goes to war, and Australia's political productivity problem
Barring major cyclonic damage from Alfred as it barrels into Brisbane tomorrow morning—for those of you in its path, stay safe!—Albo appears all but certain to call an election on either Sunday or Monday, after the week’s expenditure review committee (ERC) meetings were all reportedly cancelled.
Solid growth, hidden pressures
Australia’s December quarter GDP was robust but there are plenty of gremlins lurking beneath the surface, with implications for inflation and interest rates.
It's time for CANZUK
As the US swings towards isolationism, Australia must forge new alliances to safeguard its interests.
The economic consequences of the peace
Trump’s failed peace deal leaves Ukraine exposed, allies wary, and aggressors empowered.