Middle Class Welfare And Other Furphies
For once, Julia Gillard today received some positive media coverage. In an obviously tactical exercise…More
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It's Time For Cooperation – Not Containment
Julia Gillard’s first trip to North Asia as Prime Minister has gone surprisingly well. The…More
Back To The Future For Asylum Seekers
After days of violent protests at Sydney’s Villawood Detention Centre, the Gillard Government has announced…More
Gillard Needs A Will Of Steel
I recently re-read a New Matilda article I wrote in January 2009. I’ll spare you…More
The Chain Of Command
The military is different to other parts of the public service. We don’t ask auditors…More
The Standover Lobbyists Club
Does anyone remember the line, "from those who do, to those who don’t?" The full-page…More
Strike! Home Buyers Say No!
The Home Buyers Strike is one of the most interesting recent developments in Australian politics. …More
Relax. Prices Aren't Skyrocketing
"Everyone’s cost of living is just going to go up and up …" Tony Abbott…More
Why Your Electricity Bills Are Gold-Plated
Over the past eight weeks, as the carbon tax debate has raged in Canberra, the…More
Where's The Silver Lining?
A very unpopular government has been replaced in NSW. For Labor, there can be no…More