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Best of cartoons, October 23, 2026
The news of the day as interpreted by our talented artists, illustrators and cartoonists.
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Best of cartoons, October 23, 2026
The news of the day as interpreted by our talented artists, illustrators and cartoonists.
Corruption watchdog’s interest ‘piqued’ by Labor’s invite-only grants
A Senate inquiry into the controversial program comes as Anthony Albanese was forced to defend a “dirt file” his office sent out about independent MP Helen Haines.
Corruption watchdog’s interest ‘piqued’ by Labor’s invite-only grants
A Senate inquiry into the controversial program comes as Anthony Albanese was forced to defend a “dirt file” his office sent out about independent MP Helen Haines.
Helen Haines attack live updates: Indi MP loses both legs, in stable condition, husband confirms; vigil held in Wodonga; more details emerge about alleged attacker Brendan Nugent’s past
Follow along as we bring you rolling updates on this evolving story.
Helen Haines attack live updates: Indi MP loses both legs, in stable condition, husband confirms; vigil held in Wodonga; more details emerge about alleged attacker Brendan Nugent’s past
Follow along as we bring you rolling updates on this evolving story.
Food inflation is a bigger issue than oil and the Reserve Bank knows it
You can ask people to forego a holiday to ease inflation, but the Reserve Bank driving up interest rates so some have to skip meals is Dickensian.
A politician’s job is to listen. It’s becoming increasingly dangerous to do so
Despite the obvious challenges, Australia’s politicians say they don’t want 24/7 security, nor to hide away.
Food inflation is a bigger issue than oil and the Reserve Bank knows it
You can ask people to forego a holiday to ease inflation, but the Reserve Bank driving up interest rates so some have to skip meals is Dickensian.
A politician’s job is to listen. It’s becoming increasingly dangerous to do so
Despite the obvious challenges, Australia’s politicians say they don’t want 24/7 security, nor to hide away.
Best of cartoons, October 22, 2026
The news of the day as interpreted by our talented artists, illustrators and cartoonists.
Best of cartoons, October 22, 2026
The news of the day as interpreted by our talented artists, illustrators and cartoonists.
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The best Herald artworks of the week from across the board.
‘Don’t let violence win’: McGowan’s plea as Haines fights for life
In an emotional address to hundreds of residents gathered at a community vigil in Wodonga on Wednesday night, Cathy McGowan said north-east Victoria was grappling with grief and a confronting reality.
‘Don’t let violence win’: McGowan’s plea as Haines fights for life
In an emotional address to hundreds of residents gathered at a community vigil in Wodonga on Wednesday night, Cathy McGowan said north-east Victoria was grappling with grief and a confronting reality.
Caution needed on linking Helen Haines attack to PM’s grievances
Wading through the confusing set of factors that may have led to the Haines incident, Anthony Albanese has put the spotlight on the modern media.
Caution needed on linking Helen Haines attack to PM’s grievances
Wading through the confusing set of factors that may have led to the Haines incident, Anthony Albanese has put the spotlight on the modern media.
Helen Haines loses second leg after attack outside office
Governor-General Sam Mostyn, who stood next to Phil Haines at the Alfred hospital in Melbourne, said the attack on the sitting MP “must be a moment for us to pause and to choose to be better”.
Helen Haines loses second leg after attack outside office
Governor-General Sam Mostyn, who stood next to Phil Haines at the Alfred hospital in Melbourne, said the attack on the sitting MP “must be a moment for us to pause and to choose to be better”.
