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Vol 34 No 20

07 October 2024


 

  • AUSTRALIA

    Speculation nation: How housing became a game for Australia’s wealthy

    • Adam Hughes
    • 08 October 2024

    Australia’s housing crisis is increasingly seen as a byproduct of system rigged for the wealthy, while ordinary Australians grapple with debt and rising costs. As home ownership becomes increasingly out of reach, it's time to rethink housing as a right, not just a means of wealth accumulation.

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  • AUSTRALIA

    Out of sight, out of mind: Why poverty is missing from the election agenda

    • Joe Zabar
    • 08 October 2024

    Despite affecting millions, systemic and event-driven poverty is rarely discussed by politicians. In a nation facing growing economic uncertainty, can we afford to continue overlooking those most vulnerable to financial and social hardship?

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  • INTERNATIONAL

    The US election will be won by the candidate with the strongest story

    • Julian Butler
    • 07 October 2024

    As the US election approaches, the focus has shifted from personal narratives to policy positions and voter strategies. Candidates like Trump and Harris have crafted compelling stories, but voters now seek clarity on the issues. With much of the debate settled, the question remains: how will these stories shape the outcome?

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