Turnbull Spruiks Tax ‘Fairness’ While Playing Cover For The Plutocrats
A Fairfax investigation reveals Old Money playing a key role in framing a government law…More
Author: Ben Eltham
Ben Eltham
Ben Eltham is New Matilda's National Affairs Correspondent.
My Alma Mater Has Been Exposed By The Royal Commission Into Child Sexual Abuse. Why Are They Acting Like It’s Business As Usual?
As a student at Brisbane Grammar I heard stories of abuse. Then, as now, the…More
GST Debate: Calls To ‘Axe The Tax’ Don’t Ring So Loud When Changes Hurt The Poorest
All of sudden, broadening the GST is back on the agenda. But where is the…More
The Coalition’s War On Trade Unions Puts Your Super At Risk
Dramatic Senate Estimates testimony yesterday raised serious allegations about the conduct of Australia’s financial regulator…More
Inequality Still Undermines Australia’s Education System. The Good News Is We Know How To Fix It
A new report confirms the dismal truth: Australia’s education system has too many students and…More
Joe Hockey Leaves Politics Little More Than A Footnote To Abbott’s Demise
Joe Hockey quit politics yesterday, writes Ben Eltham. His valedictory speech illustrated his mediocrity perfectly.…More
Why Labor Are Right To Chase Turnbull’s Wealth
Labor’s efforts to attack Malcolm Turnbull’s wealth and Cayman investments may have been received poorly…More
Australian Doctors Are Sick Of The Mistreatment Of Refugees. We Can Help Them End It
The country’s refugee debate won’t change overnight, but with humane voices rising we can start…More
Like Abbott, Turnbull Is Using National Security For Political Gain
A new announcement shows the Turnbull government can be just as draconian and self-interested as…More
Penalty Rates Are More Important Than Extra Brunch Options On A Sunday
The Productivity Commission says cutting Sunday penalty rates will benefit consumers. What’s far more important…More