Rod Stowe,at Mount St Marys Convent,laments the disrepair that has befallen much of Katoomba’s heritage.

‘Do-nothing attitude’ is ruining a heritage treasure

Governments need the power to enforce sales or renovations of listed Blue Mountains properties that are neglected by their owners,writes Tony Lewis.

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Mutual respect is the foundation of our democracy

It matters not who we voted for,where we live or who we worship or love,as Australians we are all one.

AFR,COMP Mark Dreyfus and Ed husic Uploaded 9th May 2025

Factional bloodletting is a bad look for Albanese

The PM should have blocked the ousting of attorney-general Mark Dreyfus and science minister Ed Husic,writes Ross Hudson

Deputy Liberal leader Sussan Ley.

Liberal leadership would be a poison chalice for Ley

The party’s deputy is a strong contender to take over where Peter Dutton left off,but Bill Young thinks it would be career killer.

Nationals Senate leader Bridget McKenzie.

Libs need to ditch Nationals and return to their roots

Cracks are appearing in the Coalition wall.

Australian prime minister Anthony Albanese first Press conference at Parliament House,Canberra for the first time since winning a second term over the weakened against Opposition leader Peter Dutton. Monday 5th May 2025. Photo:James Brickwood. SMH NEWE 250505

Albanese’s measured approach proves he’s right for the job

The PM’s gracious speech on election night shows he has learnt the lessons of the first three years and deserved his famous victory,writes Max Redmayne

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The departure of Malcolm Turnbull and Julie Bishop added to the Liberal Party’s “brain drain”,writes David Wilkins.

Liberals’ landslide defeat was long in the making

The seeds of their demise were sown more than a decade ago by Tony Abbot and his supporters,including Peter Dutton,a reader writes.

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Dutton critics are vindicated,but strong opposition is needed

Leadership of the Liberal and National parties is now more important than ever. The Westminster system of government requires a strong opposition

Anthony Albanese takes a selfie with Queensland University students and staff.

Simplistic populism won’t solve our mental health crisis

Parnell Palme McGuinness has upset readers with her comments about government social programs and mental health.

Liberal supporters during Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s visit to Devonport,Tasmania,on Friday.

Trump-style antics are ruining our fine election process

I was abused at the polling station,writes Stephen Walter