Opinion

OPINION: Health was the core focus of Libby Mettam's speech this morning, as the Liberal leader seeks to capitalise on a strong week in the public eye.

OPINION: The cohort faces many challenges in Australia and has reported a range of concerns over inclusivity, isolation and safety.

OPINION: The latest round of funding for the massive submarine project must be rolled out with a degree of urgency.

OPINION: It’s becoming obvious Australia has an energy problem as it continues a total focus on renewables.

Opinion: Economist Dr Nicholas Blain casts an eye over the state of play for Australian industrial relations, ahead of the 2025 federal election.

OPINION: Visitors flock to tourist hotspots but spare a thought for the impacts on those communities.

OPINION: While much of the talk around green and red tape focuses on big business, it is worth considering what impact it has on the next rung down.

OPINION: The latest poll sounds the alarm for Anthony Albanese, who is increasingly being seen as indecisive.

OPINION: Somewhere between doing nothing and allowing a free-for-all, there is a way to make apartment developments work well.

REVIEW: The legendary Ghan and Indian Pacific trains offer a world-class experience as you take in a vast country.

Farming groups and the federal opposition are fighting to reverse the ban on the trade that has slumped to record lows.

OPINION: Meanwhile in Australia, be careful of a nuclear debate masquerading as an anti-renewable one.

OPINION: The stock exchange is struggling with relevancy and technology against a backdrop of surging global private capital.

OPINION: It was a bad week for the WA National Party, the Liberals went big on health promises and criticism, and Roger Cook was back on the regional campaign trail.

OPINION: The winners in the WA and federal polls must follow through on this major economic and social issue.

REVIEW: Switzerland’s luxurious Glacier Express takes nearly eight hours to wind through spectacular mountains.

OPINION: It will continue to be a political football as long as the main players keep trying to score points.

OPINION: Research partnerships with industry can be valuable but can skew outcomes, lack transparency and erode independence.

The business world is full of noise about startups, but a less-discussed, larger cohort deserves more thought.

OPINION: The US government’s response to the many flight incursions has been underwhelming and confusing.

The relentless growth in rental costs in Perth and regional Western Australia over the past five years has been well documented.

OPINION: Success has many meanings, but for most of us it’s just about putting one foot in front of the other to get there.

OPINION: The writs have been served and the politicians are off and patting dogs and kissing babies as the race to lead the state officially began this week.

OPINION: As misinformation and the digital world take over political discourse online, it is heartening to know the internet is still no match for good old-fashioned face time.

OPINION: My latest challenge creating code with AI offered useful insights that may be instructive for users in business.

OPINION: It may turn out to be a case of mistaken identity politics, but Peter Dutton believes he can beat Anthony Albanese.

OPINION: Integration unlocks killer applications for the wearables, and helps to make them look less conspicuous.

OPINION: The new year has started on an optimistic note for WA’s rock lobster industry, with fishers now free to resume live lobster exports to China for the first time in four years.

OPINION: It’s tiring to hear the rising noise of those who benefit from our society but have so little understanding of how good they have it.

OPINION: A weaker currency cuts both ways for Australia’s export-focused agricultural sector.

REVIEW: Magic establishments dot the delightful Pemberton forest region and deserve another look.

OPINION: The wild west was the centre of attention this week as Labor and the Nationals promised cash to solve two of Kalgoorlie’s biggest issues.