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“Reading 'Exclusive! Dispatches From The Paris End', I felt the usual jealousy that creeps through my innards whenever I read excellent writing, but here was something else. Was this the Melbourne I had moved to in hope of finding?” satpa.pe/jcXTx4L
Exclusive! Dispatches from The Paris End
In Australia, serious writing faces a gamut of challenges from a lingering suspicion of any elevated register to a shrinking literary market overshadowed by ravenous LLMs poised to ingest any work the moment it emerges. Now our second oldest literary magazine, Meanjin, has announced its impending closure, it leads me to wonder in darker moments if serious Australian writing has a future at all.
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November 10, 2025 at 9:58 AM
“Reading 'Exclusive! Dispatches From The Paris End', I felt the usual jealousy that creeps through my innards whenever I read excellent writing, but here was something else. Was this the Melbourne I had moved to in hope of finding?” satpa.pe/jcXTx4L
“The Nationals’ plan has got this sort of denialist element to it, which is very problematic for us…”
Senior Liberals tell Karen Barlow about the fight for the “soul of the party”. satpa.pe/vozY4TE
Senior Liberals tell Karen Barlow about the fight for the “soul of the party”. satpa.pe/vozY4TE
Inside the Coalition split: ‘Like washing the bear without getting its fur wet’
As the Nationals announce they will no longer support net zero, some moderate Liberals are pushing to dissolve the Coalition agreement.
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November 10, 2025 at 5:21 AM
“The Nationals’ plan has got this sort of denialist element to it, which is very problematic for us…”
Senior Liberals tell Karen Barlow about the fight for the “soul of the party”. satpa.pe/vozY4TE
Senior Liberals tell Karen Barlow about the fight for the “soul of the party”. satpa.pe/vozY4TE
For politicians, every encounter with the media carries the risk, writes Jason Koutsoukis. But at Canberra’s annual cricket match between politicians and the parliamentary press gallery, the danger turns physical. satpa.pe/MkKTp1w
History is written at the Pollies v Press cricket match
When press gallery journalists swap their notepads for batting pads to take on politicians in the annual one-day cricket match, the contest for some is make-or-break.
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November 10, 2025 at 4:20 AM
For politicians, every encounter with the media carries the risk, writes Jason Koutsoukis. But at Canberra’s annual cricket match between politicians and the parliamentary press gallery, the danger turns physical. satpa.pe/MkKTp1w
Almost 40 politicians lost their seats or retired at the last election. Some have since become lobbyists, been elected to state parliaments, returned to the Bar or become publicans. Jason Koutsoukis checks in. satpa.pe/N1RD41P
Where are they now: The politicians who lost their seats
Almost 40 politicians lost their seats or retired at the last election. Some have since become lobbyists, been elected to state parliaments, returned to the bar or become publicans.
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November 10, 2025 at 3:14 AM
Almost 40 politicians lost their seats or retired at the last election. Some have since become lobbyists, been elected to state parliaments, returned to the Bar or become publicans. Jason Koutsoukis checks in. satpa.pe/N1RD41P
This week’s cartoon, by Oslo Davis: satpa.pe/M78DBnk
Oslo Davis cartoon, November 8, 2025
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November 10, 2025 at 2:08 AM
This week’s cartoon, by Oslo Davis: satpa.pe/M78DBnk
A sense of panic has set in inside the Liberal Party. The Nationals’ decision to dump their commitment to net zero could see the Coalition dissolve and is also threatening the
leadership of Sussan Ley. Karen Barlow on what happens next: satpa.pe/LwD3Nyf
leadership of Sussan Ley. Karen Barlow on what happens next: satpa.pe/LwD3Nyf
Inside the Coalition split: ‘Like washing the bear without getting its fur wet’
As the Nationals announce they will no longer support net zero, some moderate Liberals are pushing to dissolve the Coalition agreement.
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November 10, 2025 at 1:02 AM
A sense of panic has set in inside the Liberal Party. The Nationals’ decision to dump their commitment to net zero could see the Coalition dissolve and is also threatening the
leadership of Sussan Ley. Karen Barlow on what happens next: satpa.pe/LwD3Nyf
leadership of Sussan Ley. Karen Barlow on what happens next: satpa.pe/LwD3Nyf
After a six-month process, running separately to the Nationals, the Liberal Party is expected to gather within days to settle its net zero position. Wherever the party lands, there is a strong tip the term “net zero” will be dropped. | Karen Barlow satpa.pe/HYp8bOL
Inside the Coalition split: ‘Like washing the bear without getting its fur wet’
As the Nationals announce they will no longer support net zero, some moderate Liberals are pushing to dissolve the Coalition agreement.
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November 9, 2025 at 11:56 PM
After a six-month process, running separately to the Nationals, the Liberal Party is expected to gather within days to settle its net zero position. Wherever the party lands, there is a strong tip the term “net zero” will be dropped. | Karen Barlow satpa.pe/HYp8bOL
“People are running around saying, ‘we might have to break up with the Nationals. Oh my God! We can’t do that!’” a senior Liberal says. “That was always going to be the case. How could you not construct your arguments accordingly?” satpa.pe/wGDPtst
Inside the Coalition split: ‘Like washing the bear without getting its fur wet’
As the Nationals announce they will no longer support net zero, some moderate Liberals are pushing to dissolve the Coalition agreement.
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November 9, 2025 at 10:48 PM
“People are running around saying, ‘we might have to break up with the Nationals. Oh my God! We can’t do that!’” a senior Liberal says. “That was always going to be the case. How could you not construct your arguments accordingly?” satpa.pe/wGDPtst
Australian broadcasting icon John Laws, known as the man with the “Golden Tonsils” has died aged 90. satpa.pe/5RiqMSh
Veteran broadcaster John Laws dies
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November 9, 2025 at 9:36 PM
Australian broadcasting icon John Laws, known as the man with the “Golden Tonsils” has died aged 90. satpa.pe/5RiqMSh
Liberal Senator Andrew Bragg says it would be “absolutely ridiculous” for the Liberal Party to drop net zero, threatening to resign from the front bench if the rejection goes ahead. satpa.pe/XlZiUyB
Bragg threatens to resign over net zero
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November 9, 2025 at 9:20 PM
Liberal Senator Andrew Bragg says it would be “absolutely ridiculous” for the Liberal Party to drop net zero, threatening to resign from the front bench if the rejection goes ahead. satpa.pe/XlZiUyB
Queensland Premier David Crisafulli says the federal government is “playing a cruel game” by delaying health funding to the NDIS and aged care system. satpa.pe/1XSLStd
Crisafulli accuses PM of shortchanging states
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November 9, 2025 at 9:04 PM
Queensland Premier David Crisafulli says the federal government is “playing a cruel game” by delaying health funding to the NDIS and aged care system. satpa.pe/1XSLStd
NSW Police are facing widespread criticism for their failure to block an anti-Semitic demonstration by neo-Nazis.
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NSW Police criticised over neo-Nazi rally
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November 9, 2025 at 8:48 PM
NSW Police are facing widespread criticism for their failure to block an anti-Semitic demonstration by neo-Nazis.
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A high-ranking Home Affairs official has alleged that the offshore detention regime on Nauru is riddled with corruption, with millions of dollars spent on nonexistent services.
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Whistleblower claims millions lost in offshore detention
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November 9, 2025 at 8:36 PM
A high-ranking Home Affairs official has alleged that the offshore detention regime on Nauru is riddled with corruption, with millions of dollars spent on nonexistent services.
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Today’s top stories: Whistleblower claims millions lost in offshore detention, NSW Police criticised over neo-Nazi rally, Crisafulli accuses PM of shortchanging states.
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Whistleblower claims millions lost in offshore detention
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November 9, 2025 at 8:19 PM
Today’s top stories: Whistleblower claims millions lost in offshore detention, NSW Police criticised over neo-Nazi rally, Crisafulli accuses PM of shortchanging states.
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Peter Dutton
Exit: Lost seat
Seat: Dickson (Qld.)
Current Status: Retired; eligible for the higher defined benefit pension scheme.
Jason Koutsoukis on all 36 ministers who lost their seats at the federal election... satpa.pe/G6OPsJT
Exit: Lost seat
Seat: Dickson (Qld.)
Current Status: Retired; eligible for the higher defined benefit pension scheme.
Jason Koutsoukis on all 36 ministers who lost their seats at the federal election... satpa.pe/G6OPsJT
Where are they now: The politicians who lost their seats
Almost 40 politicians lost their seats or retired at the last election. Some have since become lobbyists, been elected to state parliaments, returned to the bar or become publicans.
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November 9, 2025 at 7:18 PM
Peter Dutton
Exit: Lost seat
Seat: Dickson (Qld.)
Current Status: Retired; eligible for the higher defined benefit pension scheme.
Jason Koutsoukis on all 36 ministers who lost their seats at the federal election... satpa.pe/G6OPsJT
Exit: Lost seat
Seat: Dickson (Qld.)
Current Status: Retired; eligible for the higher defined benefit pension scheme.
Jason Koutsoukis on all 36 ministers who lost their seats at the federal election... satpa.pe/G6OPsJT
“Australia is rapidly moving towards a scenario where instead of a single event involving recovery, we now have ‘domino crises’, with recurrent and even overlapping climate events making it hard to recover." satpa.pe/s0vo4rI
The lonely fear of this climate catastrophe
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November 9, 2025 at 3:48 PM
“Australia is rapidly moving towards a scenario where instead of a single event involving recovery, we now have ‘domino crises’, with recurrent and even overlapping climate events making it hard to recover." satpa.pe/s0vo4rI
Just as it’s easy to see why the treasurer would want to tax EVs, it’s easy to see why the climate change minister would be resistant. satpa.pe/5OBHuDI
Inside Labor’s plan to tax EVs
Labor’s plan to tax electric vehicles has stalled on the conflicting goals of budget repair and emissions reduction.
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November 9, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Just as it’s easy to see why the treasurer would want to tax EVs, it’s easy to see why the climate change minister would be resistant. satpa.pe/5OBHuDI
Inside the rise and reign of Queensland Premier David Crisafulli: satpa.pe/q8k9Hbg
Crisafulli’s first year as premier in review
David Crisafulli’s first year as Queensland premier shows a cautious approach that has learnt the lessons of the Campbell Newman years.
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November 9, 2025 at 1:32 PM
Inside the rise and reign of Queensland Premier David Crisafulli: satpa.pe/q8k9Hbg
The toll of mental ill health due to climate change is heaviest among women, young people, parents of children under 18, and those who have lived through previous disasters, writes Rebecca Huntley. satpa.pe/rLPY5XH
The lonely fear of this climate catastrophe
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November 9, 2025 at 12:24 PM
The toll of mental ill health due to climate change is heaviest among women, young people, parents of children under 18, and those who have lived through previous disasters, writes Rebecca Huntley. satpa.pe/rLPY5XH
This week’s cartoon, by Oslo Davis: satpa.pe/nD6dWcS
Oslo Davis cartoon, November 8, 2025
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November 9, 2025 at 11:22 AM
This week’s cartoon, by Oslo Davis: satpa.pe/nD6dWcS
Editorial: Late last week, Pauline Hanson was a guest at Donald Trump's Halloween party at Mar-a-Lago. She went as herself. satpa.pe/iW9uKvK
The rise and rise of Pauline Hanson
Late last week, Pauline Hanson was a guest at Donald Trump’s Halloween party. She went as herself.
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November 9, 2025 at 10:51 AM
Editorial: Late last week, Pauline Hanson was a guest at Donald Trump's Halloween party at Mar-a-Lago. She went as herself. satpa.pe/iW9uKvK
Almost 40 politicians lost their seats or retired at the last election. Some have since become lobbyists, been elected to state parliaments, returned to the Bar or become publicans. Jason Koutsoukis checks in. satpa.pe/8C310xC
Where are they now: The politicians who lost their seats
Almost 40 politicians lost their seats or retired at the last election. Some have since become lobbyists, been elected to state parliaments, returned to the bar or become publicans.
satpa.pe
November 9, 2025 at 9:56 AM
Almost 40 politicians lost their seats or retired at the last election. Some have since become lobbyists, been elected to state parliaments, returned to the Bar or become publicans. Jason Koutsoukis checks in. satpa.pe/8C310xC
This week’s cartoon, by Oslo Davis: satpa.pe/NTzs3zV
Oslo Davis cartoon, November 8, 2025
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November 9, 2025 at 9:28 AM
This week’s cartoon, by Oslo Davis: satpa.pe/NTzs3zV
“Barnaby Joyce is a one-man plotline,” writes Tony Windsor. “His achievements for the people he professes to represent are slim to infinitesimal. Even Joyce’s former campaign manager, Russell Webb, told local television, ‘Barnaby can’t get anything done.’” satpa.pe/SGVbQRc
What is the purpose of Barnaby Joyce?
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November 9, 2025 at 8:27 AM
“Barnaby Joyce is a one-man plotline,” writes Tony Windsor. “His achievements for the people he professes to represent are slim to infinitesimal. Even Joyce’s former campaign manager, Russell Webb, told local television, ‘Barnaby can’t get anything done.’” satpa.pe/SGVbQRc
Queensland has most of the nation’s coal mines, a sharp divide between urban and rural concerns, and a centre-right leader. How will David Crisafulli hold on to power in the Sunshine State? satpa.pe/TuO62m4
Crisafulli’s first year as premier in review
David Crisafulli’s first year as Queensland premier shows a cautious approach that has learnt the lessons of the Campbell Newman years.
satpa.pe
November 9, 2025 at 7:27 AM
Queensland has most of the nation’s coal mines, a sharp divide between urban and rural concerns, and a centre-right leader. How will David Crisafulli hold on to power in the Sunshine State? satpa.pe/TuO62m4