Editorial

The truth has always been out there for those who would listen. Not enough did before blood flowed at Bondi.

Minister for Indigenous Australians Malarndirri McCarthy said it was not the time for a discussion about town camps. But if not now, when?

Throwing Government money around in what Chalmers will no doubt badge as cost-of-living relief in the May 12 Budget will be pulling in the opposite direction to the RBA’s use of its interest rate lever.

There has never been a more important time for action to protect local news providers and ensure they are compensated for the work they do.

It means a redoubling of the need to ensure that where we disagree it does not escalate into violence.

In some ways Anzac Day can be seen as our national day — a day when the community can truly unite, and remember why it is we observe the day and why the reason for that continues to be as relevant as ever.

EDITORIAL: At last it seems the temperature has been lowered in the national scramble to secure enough fuel. For now at least.

EDITORIAL: The task in front of Health Minister Mark Butler as he goes about trying to reset the NDIS should not be underestimated.

EDITORIAL: Australian businesses are hostage to a web of red and green tape that results in time-consuming and expensive compliance work.

EDITORIAL: As Jim Chalmers reviews his Budget plan, one area which must remain at the top of the savings list is the National Disability Insurance Scheme.

EDITORIAL: It is vital that the Government continue to do all it can to lessen the impact of the crisis. It is also crucial that it is up-front and transparent about where we stand.

The gathering economic storm clouds mean we may be hit by hard decisions sooner rather than later.

Government spending to prop up the economy during COVID has resulted in an ongoing expectation of regular handouts. But the Treasurer should resist the temptation to throw money around in a willy-nilly manner.

Australians are clearly ready for a serious discussion around immigration. It needs to be held openly, honestly and free of judgment.

We need to get on the front foot with the US to work out how we can help move beyond this.