The Intergenerational Report projects population growth slowing from an average of 1.4% a year over the last 40 years to 0.9% a year over the coming four decades.
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When a loyal ally can be squeezed over land inside its own territory, collective defence starts to look like an open protection racket.
The changes run the risk that more women will remain silent and be forced to remain in violent and dangerous situations.
The government’s migration policy announcement was long-awaited, but the contents ultimately fell short of expectations.
Russia is convening its first national parliamentary elections since invading Ukraine, which offer a great deal of predictability but also some unexpected surprises.
The mythology of the bullet-proof athlete often obscures the reality of elite sport’s mental toll.
Rural and regional areas bear a disproportionate burden of domestic violence. Distance, police staffing and station hours aren’t the only barriers to seeking help.
Whether steelmaking returns to Whyalla is only part of the story. The intervening years could have consequences of their own, and the community will need support.
On The Conversation Weekly podcast, defence and security analyst Hugh White explains why the AUKUS project has been anything but smooth sailing.
The Nationals leader said he’ll do ‘whatever it takes’ to beat the Labor government – including not ruling out a move to the lower house before the next election.
The government will be wedged between those who think the changes don’t go far enough and critics who believe they’re draconian.
The long awaited overhaul comes as new figures show net migration continuing to fall.
While they wouldn’t normally be caught dead together, Pauline Hanson, Fatima Payman and Dai Le have held a joint press conference to take aim at the prime minister.
Travelling with kids isn’t easy and jet lag can be particularly painful. There are ways to make it easier.
The escalation of organised crime violence could be due to a multitude of reasons – including illicit drug consumption.
What is acceptable from a minor party of protest may not be what voters want to see from a potential government.
The move suggests Iran and its allies are settling in for a long war. That could mean pain for the global economy.
Competition for AI dominance resembles the nuclear arms race of the Cold War era. A similarly serious response may also now be needed.
The government is reportedly considering restricting the work rights of asylum seekers as part of its plan to decrease migration. But it’s not a good idea.
Krissy Barrett’s call comes after recent murders in Sydney linked to organised crime included two cases of mistaken identity in one week.
After facing a barrage of criticism for her comments, the One Nation leader says it was not her intention to cause hurt.
Most decision-makers in sport think girls and women would benefit from learning about sports bra design, fit and support. Less than 1% offer this education.
It was once deemed crazy to get rid of protective tariffs. Privatising state banks was inconceivable. Both are now commonplace, but how does this happen?
Labor is likely to lose the Victorian election, but it’s unclear whether the Coalition will be able to govern in majority or need support from One Nation.
The government insists sanctioning Israel is too complex so close to an election. But New Zealand also has obligations under international law it shouldn’t ignore.