Michelle Grattan

The recent attacks in Sydney and the Israel-Gaza conflict have complicated the government’s plans for multicultural policy reform and heightened tensions within some communities.

Australia's multiculturalism is enduring unprecedented strains, with all the difficulties that brings for political and community leaders.

When ASIO boss Mike Burgess delivered his annual threat assessment earlier this year, he stressed the rising danger posed by espionage and foreign interference.

Michelle Grattan Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra

Michelle Grattan Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra

In this podcast, we're joined by independent economist Chris Richardson to discuss the upcoming budget and Australia's economic outlook.

With Jim Chalmers's third budget on May 14, Australians will be looking for some more cost-of-living relief – beyond the tax cuts – although they have been warned extra measures will be modest.

Michelle Grattan Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra

The fight between Elon Musk and the government is in court, but in the court of public opinion, Anthony Albanese’s rejection of the up-yours attitude of the man he labels an arrogant egotistical billionaire is likely to resonate with many, writes Michelle Grattan.

In the free-for-all between the Australian government and Big Tech boss Elon Musk this week , the government had to be on a winner.