Canberra
Julia Gillard made history with 15 minutes of fury. Now it’s Justine Clarke’s turn
The former prime minister’s famous misogyny speech was a stunning piece of political theatre – and it’s now an acclaimed stage show.
- by Louise Rugendyke
Latest
Tony Armstrong reveals the ‘thing’ he’ll never give up
The popular ABC News Breakfast presenter criss-crossed the country on a bike in search of people’s most precious possessions for his new show.
- by Bridget McManus
‘Stop provocations’: China fires back at Australia over Yellow Sea flare incident
The encounter has strained efforts to stabilise relations with Beijing and comes as Australian officials prepare to host a visit by Chinese Premier Li Qiang.
- by Matthew Knott and Olivia Ireland
Opinion
Domestic violence
Stop! This is not about a squabble at a rally, this is about women’s bodies piling up
Here we are, with thousands rallying in the streets to stop violence against women; and yet again it’s become a lunatic lightning rod for political brawling.
- by Jenna Price
It’s not Sydney or Melbourne, so which city are the big restaurant names flocking to open in?
Dining mogul Chris Lucas of Chin Chin fame will open a 150-seat European restaurant there in the spring.
- by Scott Bolles
When will Australia finally stand up on domestic violence?
Will this, finally, be the moment Australia stands up and says enough is enough when it comes to domestic violence?
Exclusive
Domestic violence
PM to attend rally, vows to unite governments against domestic violence
The federal Coalition joined several premiers, including Victoria’s, in demanding urgent national cabinet attention on the number of women being killed by men.
- by Paul Sakkal, Angus Thompson and Natassia Chrysanthos
How Marija went from being homeless at 15 to a homeowner at 22
The dream of stable housing is growing further out of reach for many, but Marija’s dream last year became a reality.
- by Jim Malo
Selfless, heroic police and public give hope in midst of despair
Heartfelt thanks to those officials, shopping centre staff, and individuals, who confronted the attacker or helped or tended to his victims.
Editorial
School funding
Minns must explain how cutting school budgets is in Labor’s DNA
Reports that NSW public schools will have their budgets slashed by up to $148 million at first glance risks making a mockery of Premier Chris Minns’ election pledge to improve public education.
- The Herald's View
Updated
Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Wong’s Palestine call was ‘most reckless foreign policy in decades’: Dutton
Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong’s comments on Palestinian statehood have been welcomed by pro-Palestine advocates, but infuriated pro-Israel groups and the opposition.
- by Matthew Knott and Paul Sakkal