Editorial
Editorial
Euthanasia
Assisted dying bill is a victory for compassion and common sense
The passage of this controversial measure provides a clear indication that social attitudes are changing.
- The Herald's View
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Australia votes
Why the Morrison government does not deserve another term
The Herald shares Australia’s despondency – particularly at the lack of policy ambition from both sides.
- The Herald's View
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Coronavirus pandemic
Both parties must commit to an inquiry into the pandemic
Prime Minister Scott Morrison says he opposes lockdowns but only a royal commission will give Australians confidence that we will be ready the next time disaster strikes.
- The Herald's View
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Foreign relations
If Morrison wins the election, he needs a new foreign minister
Scott Morrison has felt the need to single out Marise Payne for praise. In fact, she has been a weak link.
- The Herald's View
Letters
Letters
Superannuation pool has already been drained, PM
The Coalition’s policy of allowing home buyers to access their super to buy a home is problematic in many ways.
Editorial
Property prices
Aspiring young buyers must have a voice in housing policy
Scott Morrison’s super-for-housing plan has drawn criticism, but the idea might appeal to first time home buyers
- The Herald's View
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Climate policy
Major parties must do better on protecting climate
Australians have the chance to cast a vote that will have enormous consequences for this urgent issue.
- The Herald's View
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Organised crime
Organised crime thrives because NSW cannot follow the money
A secret briefing by the NSW Assistant Commissioner of Police has thrown the spotlight on the gaping holes in money laundering legislation.
- The Herald's View
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Climate policy
The reef wants you to think about climate policy when you vote
Climate change policy should be one of the key issues for voters in this election and it is an issue where there is a significant difference between the two major parties.
- The Herald's View
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Australia votes
Minimum wage rise is needed but no substitute for real economic reform
The problem is not the next annual wage case before the Fair Work Commission but the fact that real wages for all workers have barely risen in the past decade.
- The Herald's View
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Russia-Ukraine war
The West must support Ukraine until Putin sees reason
The war in Ukraine is descending into a stalemate but only Ukraine can decide when to make peace.
- The Herald's View