Authors Call for Automatic Library Cards for UK Babies
Richard Osman, Kate Mosse and Philip Pullman back a radical plan to give every newborn a library card. The initiative aims to boost literacy and tackle inequality from birth. Read more.
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Australian Coalition's Housing Policy Launched During Heatwave
Australia's opposition Coalition reveals its housing strategy as the nation battles extreme heat and bushfires. Get the latest on the policy details and the severe weather warnings impacting multiple states.
SA Opposition Leader Vincent Tarzia Resigns
South Australian Liberal leader Vincent Tarzia has unexpectedly quit, triggering the party's fourth leadership change nationally in under a month. Read the full story on the political shake-up.
East Coast Gas Reserve Plan Expected Next Week
The Albanese government is set to reveal a new east coast gas reservation scheme, facing calls from unions and manufacturers to target exporters and lower prices now. Read the latest.
Australian Senate Probes Fiscal Outlook and Public Sector Cuts
Australian Senate Estimates hearings scrutinise the nation's fiscal outlook, cost-of-living pressures, and controversial public service cuts in Victoria. Get the latest political analysis.
State Library of Victoria job cuts spark outcry
The State Library of Victoria's plan to cut nearly 40 jobs and halve its reference librarians has provoked fierce criticism. Critics warn it undermines a vital public institution. Read more on the proposed changes.
Albanese reshuffles cabinet, promotes key allies
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese unveils a significant cabinet reshuffle, promoting allies and shifting key portfolios. Discover the new political landscape and its implications.
Australia's Best Political Cartoons 2025 Released
Explore the sharpest political satire from Australia's top cartoonists in 2025. A visual chronicle of global uncertainty, from US politics to Gaza. The collection is out now.
State Library of Victoria Cuts 39 Jobs in Restructure
Melbourne's State Library of Victoria faces staff outrage as 39 positions face elimination in controversial restructure prioritising digital projects over traditional library services.
Vote for Best Australian Children's Picture Book
Guardian Australia invites readers to nominate their favourite Australian children's picture book for a major poll. Share your beloved childhood stories today!
Dutton breaks records as Australia's least popular leader
Australian Electoral Study reveals Peter Dutton's historic unpopularity and Labor's economic policy triumph. Discover how tax cuts and leadership shaped the election outcome.
British Library Strike: Support Grows for Workers
As British Library staff strike over pay, voices like Zadie Smith's demand we value library workers and restore well-stocked libraries, vital to UK culture and education. Join the conversation.
Up to 350 jobs cut at Australia's CSIRO
Australia's national science agency, CSIRO, announces up to 350 further job cuts, described as 'some of the worst cuts ever seen' for publicly funded science.
Pushkin Heist: Rare Books Stolen Across Europe
Investigation reveals how 170 rare Russian classics were stolen from European libraries. Was it opportunistic crime or a coordinated operation? Listen to the full podcast.
Saving Mauritania's ancient desert libraries from sands
The UNESCO-listed city of Chinguetti, home to priceless medieval manuscripts, battles encroaching desert sands, dwindling tourism, and regional insecurity. Discover the fight to preserve Africa's spiritual capital.
Reece Walsh: Rugby League's New Superstar Arrives
Australian sensation Reece Walsh delivers a breathtaking performance for Wigan Warriors, scoring two tries and creating another in a dominant display that has English rugby league fans buzzing with excitement.
Hatchie's 'Liquorice': Dream Pop Perfection
Australian dream pop sensation Hatchie returns with her stunning third album 'Liquorice', delivering her most confident and immersive work yet through shimmering soundscapes and emotional depth.
Andrew Pippos's Transformations: A Masterful Family Saga
Discover why Andrew Pippos's acclaimed novel 'Transformations' is being hailed as a poignant examination of Greek-Australian identity, family secrets, and the pursuit of belonging in modern Australia.
Paul Kelly's 'Seventy': A Master at 70
Australian music icon Paul Kelly celebrates his 70th birthday with 'Seventy', a deeply personal album that showcases his enduring storytelling genius and musical evolution.
Liberal Party rebellion over net zero emissions target
A growing coalition within Australia's Liberal Party is challenging the government's commitment to net zero emissions by 2050, threatening to derail climate policy and creating deep political divisions.
Australia Needs Political Shake-Up: Mamdani-Style Reform
As Australian politics faces mounting criticism over stagnation and disconnect, experts are calling for radical reform. Discover why a transformative 'Mamdani-style' overhaul might be exactly what Westminster-style democracy needs to reconnect with citize
Undecided Voter Mary Joe Holds Australia's Election Fate
In the battleground state of Victoria, one ordinary voter embodies the struggle of millions as political leaders scramble to win her trust before election day.
Australia's $33bn Tobacco Tax Crisis: Black Market Boom
Australia faces a staggering $33 billion tax shortfall as illicit tobacco trade flourishes, with government revenue projections up in smoke despite world's highest cigarette prices.
German Backpacker Murder: Inquest Reveals New Evidence
Two decades after German backpacker Simone Strobel was found murdered in Australia, a coronial inquest uncovers disturbing new evidence and points to potential suspects in the enduring mystery.
Bob Katter's 50-year political portrait unveiled
After half a century in Australian politics, maverick MP Bob Katter is immortalised in a new official portrait, capturing the essence of one of parliament's most colourful characters.
Sam Groth slams News Corp over marriage stories
Former tennis star turned political candidate Sam Groth accuses News Corp of weaponising personal stories about his relationship with wife Brittney as political strategy rather than idle gossip.
Hanson skips Parliament for Trump's £25k Mar-a-Lago conference
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson faces criticism after missing parliamentary duties to speak at a high-priced conservative gathering hosted at Donald Trump's luxury Florida resort, raising questions about political priorities.
Greg Lynn: Manslaughter Charge Possible if Conviction Overturned
Exclusive legal analysis reveals the potential for fresh manslaughter charges against former pilot Greg Lynn should his conviction for murdering two campers be overturned on appeal.
RBA: Inflation to rise faster than wages in 2025
The Reserve Bank of Australia predicts inflation will accelerate faster than wages in 2025, threatening living standards and economic stability. Experts question if the central bank's modelling is too pessimistic.
Australia's Rental Crisis Deepens as Affordability Plummets
New data reveals rental stress is soaring across Australia, with low-income households facing unprecedented pressure as vacancy rates plummet and costs skyrocket.
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