Most people accept our energy system must move from fossil fuels, especially coal, to renewables as soon as practicable. But there are serious obstacles on the ground – literally.
Arthur Sinodinos with some reflections and advice
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As Arthur Sinodinos prepares to leave the Senate for his new role as Australian ambassador to the US, he sits with Michelle Grattan to reflect on his time in politics.
It’s now widely observed that Morrison and President Donald Trump have struck an early bromance.
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The latest release from the National Archives reveals how the Howard government managed a budget deficit, and presents a striking contrast with the Abbott government’s framing of the 2013 budget.
Some have set the course for electoral victory, others have tanked. In any case, federal budgets are important moments in the life of governments – especially those that are a little wobbly.
Australia expects the Americans to play hardball, despite agreeing to uphold the refugee deal struck with former President Obama.
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The White House has given assurances that Australian dual citizens will not be caught by Donald Trump’s suspension of entry from seven designated predominantly Muslim countries.
Treasurer Scott Morrison insisted this is ‘not an ordinary budget’, but a ‘plan’.
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2016 will be a year of transitions in the Australia-US relationship. Against a backdrop of change are three important issues: the fight against Islamic State, China, and passage of the TPP.
It went woozy in the middle but it ended ok.
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Will Joe Hockey, a 19-year veteran of the Australian Parliament, be able to navigate an increasingly dysfunctional Washington as ambassador to the United States?
Donald Trump has taken political ‘lies’ to a new level during his campaign for the Republican Party’s presidential nomination.
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If journalism is supposed to be a force for truth, accountability and enlightenment in the political process, then it appears to be failing on the biggest of stages.
Julie Bishop has shown resilience over the years, while Joe Hockey bows out.
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Soon, as ambassador to Washington, Joe Hockey will be working for Julie Bishop, the foreign minister who rose as a star in the government while the treasurer crashed.
Joe Hockey used his valedictory speech in parliament to lay out a comprehensive reform blueprint.
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The government is preparing for an early byelection in former treasurer Joe Hockey’s safe seat of North Sydney, with nominations for the Liberal pre-selection already open.