Elections

2025

Don't mistake a majority for a mandate May 26

Labor's landslide election win delivered parliamentary power, not popular backing—and mistaking one for the other could be Albanese's biggest mistake.

Ten thoughts on the federal election results May 4

Labor rides its luck, the Liberals fade, while the Teals are here to stay.

Who are the Teals? Apr 30

The Teals promise fresh voices in Canberra and may hold the balance of power in the next government. But what's really on their agenda?

Does Canada's election have implications for Australia? Apr 29

Peter Dutton needs a miracle.

Peter Dutton, Tradie shortage, Donald-25 mind virus, and Economists against tariffs Apr 23

No doubt many of you are still enjoying a long Easter/ANZAC Day break, but for those of you pining for some economic news, here are a few bits of interest that caught my eye this week—starting with my comprehensive essay on Peter Dutton.

The man without a plan Apr 21

Peter Dutton's constant backflips reveal a politician adrift, lacking both vision and the resolve to differentiate himself from Anthony Albanese.

Housing policy, Albo's record, Election flop, Why pollies don't reform Apr 16

This is the first of what I intend to become a regular Oz Econ Pulse, a free roundup of the economic, political, and social trends that impact Australia.

The tragedy of Albanese Apr 15

Once brimming with promise, the Albanese government has stumbled through a cost-of-living crisis, divided the nation with polarising politics, and embraced ideological economic experiments, leaving Australia weaker, less competitive, and saddled with debt.

Should Australia have four-year terms? Mar 10

The timing of the upcoming election exposes the economic trade-offs between recurring polls and long-term policy stability.

The federal election, Trumpian uncertainty, Europe goes to war, and Australia's political productivity problem Mar 6

Barring major cyclonic damage from Alfred as it barrels into Brisbane tomorrow morning—for those of you in its path, stay safe!—Albo appears all but certain to call an election on either Sunday or Monday, after the week’s expenditure review committee (ERC) meetings were all reportedly cancelled.