9 d. ago Daniel Andrews’ picture with despots isn’t a price worth paying

The former premier is entitled to pursue his private business interests, but he has got this call badly wrong.

Economics

1 week ago Revealed: Details of private meetings Daniel Andrews held with leading Chinese business figures

The former Victorian premier began deepening his business networks in China less than a year after he resigned.

Politics

1 week ago Australia news as it happened: Daniel Andrews issues statement on China appearance; $475m settlement agreed for robo

Look back on the news that made headlines from around Australia on September 4.

Politics

1 week ago Daniel Andrews defends China visit as deputy premier rebukes him for photo with dictators

But Daniel Andrews has defended his decision to attend a Chinese military parade and stand near Kim Jong-un and Vladimir Putin, saying the event was a chance to meet with regional leaders.

Politics

1 week ago Australia news LIVE: Daniel Andrews issues statement on China appearance; $475m settlement agreed for robo

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Politics

1 week ago Daniel Andrews doesn’t care, but he has lost his moral compass

Footage of Andrews posing with Kim Jong-un and Vladimir Putin is not just an opportunity to try out some jokes about Dictator Dan. It’s actually quite serious.

Politics

1 week ago China military parade as it happened: Former Victorian premier Daniel Andrews poses for photo with Xi Jinping, Putin and Kim Jong

Chinese President Xi Jinping will preside over a parade that will showcase China’s cutting-edge weapons systems and strengthening diplomatic reach, in an event designed to cement the country’s status as the leading challenger to US-led global order.

Politics

1 week ago China military parade LIVE updates: Former Victorian premier Daniel Andrews poses for photo with Xi Jinping, Putin and Kim Jong

Chinese President Xi Jinping will preside over a parade that will showcase China’s cutting-edge weapons systems and strengthening diplomatic reach, in an event designed to cement the country’s status as the leading challenger to US-led global order.

Politics

1 week ago China military parade LIVE updates: Victory Day parade begins in Beijing as Xi Jinping flanked by Putin, Kim Jong

Chinese President Xi Jinping will preside over a parade that will showcase China’s cutting-edge weapons systems and strengthening diplomatic reach, in an event designed to cement the country’s status as the leading challenger to US-led global order.

Politics

1 week ago China military parade LIVE updates: Beijing set to unveil latest weapons in Victory Day parade attended by Bob Carr, Daniel Andrews

Chinese President Xi Jinping will preside over a parade that will showcase China’s cutting-edge weapons systems and strengthening diplomatic reach, in an event designed to cement the country’s status as the leading challenger to US-led global order.

Politics

2 w. ago Liberal leader ‘angry’ at colleagues but won’t condemn Daniel Andrews

Moira Deeming introduced a petition to parliament protesting a planned statue of Andrews, claiming the “Nuremberg trial principles” were abused during COVID-19.

Politics

2 w. ago ‘It’s rushed, it’s secretive’: Burke quietly seeks to strip deportees of fair process

An hour before Burke stood up to reveal details of Iran’s involvement in antisemitic attacks on Tuesday, he introduced new laws that other parties were not briefed on.

Politics

2 w. ago Conspiracy theorist who called police Nazis: Alleged shooter’s background revealed

In the heart of lockdowns, Dezi Freeman tried to privately prosecute premier Daniel Andrews. Now he’s on the run from police.

Events

2 w. ago ‘Match made in hell’: Unpacking Johnny Depp and Amber Heard’s corrosive relationship

A new book reveals fresh details about the epic breakdown of the stars’ marriage and the court battles that followed.

Politics

2 w. ago Details of Brandon Smith’s ‘inside knowledge’ betting allegations revealed

A person known to Smith contacted the player to inform him that he’d backed him for anytime try-scorer. It triggered an exchange that is at the centre of a police investigation.

Politics

3 w. ago ‘Not usually a target’: Rumours run wild as Xi’s top diplomats vanish

Chinese elite politics is an opaque business, especially under President Xi Jinping. Yet even as his grip tightens, speculation about power plays inside the “black box” are rampant.

Events