Opinion: Ley adrift amid conservative chaos while Littleproud shoots his other foot
By Mark KennyA version of this article was originally published by The Canberra Times.Despite her rictus smile, the federal Liberals' first female leader is running fast towards a brick wall of…
Latest Democracy Sausage episode: Anatomy of a conservative crisis
Former federal politician, Jason Falinski joins Democracy Sausage to discuss the fractures within conservative politics, the challenges of opposition and the opportunity for Sussan Ley, and the…
Call for Applications: BFSU-FASIC Colin Mackerras Chair in Australian Studies Program 2026
About the Program Emeritus Professor Colin Mackerras at Griffith University is a specialist in Chinese history, musical theatre and ethnic minorities, as well as Australia-China relations and…
Opinion: Carney's Canadian challenge to Albanese
By Mark KennyA version of this article was originally published by The Canberra Times.Mette Freideriksen signed the visitor's book at Chequers, Keir Starmer's official country residence on…
Opinion: Ley's downfall all her own work
By Mark KennyA version of this article was originally published by The Canberra Times.He is not even a Liberal, but Nationals leader David Littleproud has pulled the pin on Sussan Ley, making…
The first Democracy Sausage episode for 2026: Conservative crisis
How did the politicisation of a national tragedy backfire for Sussan Ley? Can the coalition survive? Who will reign supreme in the fight for the right?With an early return to federal…
Opinion: Few standouts in political debate about Bondi tragedy
By Mark KennyA version of this article was originally published by The Canberra Times.Since December 14, Australia's public square has been dominated by big-talking know-alls who quickly shrink…