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Energy
Energy crisis worsened by the Coalition’s decade of empty spin
Once there is an energy plan rather than just silly slogans, the pieces of this puzzle will fall into place.
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Industrial relations
Minimum wage rise protects low earners from inflation spike
The Herald backs the Fair Work Commission’s decision to raise the minimum wage. As inflation bites, this is an important financial boost for low-income workers.
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Schools
Boys are becoming the weak spot in the education system
Schools must help boys do better but it must not come at the expense of recent improvements in girls’ education.
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Stamp duty
Good riddance to stamp duty: now for an optimal switch to a land tax
Getting rid of stamp duty is long overdue. The NSW government must now make sure the best possible reform path is adopted.
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Defamation
Legal threat to journalists puts public interest at risk
Australian journalists work to a code of ethics that is underpinned by the fundamental tenet of respect for the truth and the enduring right of the public to receive accurate, timely information.
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Energy
Nuclear option unlikely, but time to have the debate
As the devastating consequences of carbon emissions from fossil fuels are increasingly evident, the promise of a baseload energy source that does not contribute to climate change might seem attractive to some.
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Australian economy
It’s not easy but new treasurer must come up with some solution to nation’s problems
Labor is now in government, not in opposition. It cannot merely point out the nation’s problems, it has to find solutions too.
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Arts
Sydney’s entertainment scene is back bigger and better
A year ago, the city was locking down, but now it finally seems to have got its mojo back.
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UK politics
Basic political decency dictates that Boris Johnson should resign
The British prime minister has survived a leadership spill brought on by the Partygate scandal, but he does not deserve to remain in office.
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NSW budget
Cap won’t fit: more flexibility needed for public sector wages
In an open economy like Australia’s, wages should move with market forces, not be determined by an artificial government cap.
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Indigenous
Indigenous Voice: a big idea that could reshape Australia
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has made an Indigenous Voice to parliament a key goal of his government. The Herald fully endorses the idea and supports his ambition.
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