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Politics · 12 October 2026

Frydenberg’s “Things Have to Change” Rant Raises More Questions Than Answers About Liberal Future

Mabel Crowe, Sydney desk

Josh Frydenberg criticised Peter Taylor’s leadership, warned the party faces an existential threat and hinted he hasn’t yet decided if he’ll throw his hat back in the ring.

Business · 12 October 2026

McKinsey’s glass ceiling cracks as Australian partner loses leadership role amid LinkedIn sparring

Vera Chen, Sydney desk

McKinsey has removed an Australian partner from a leadership position after a LinkedIn exchange about the glass ceiling, prompting a chorus of commentary from market participants about rates, earnings and office rent.

World · 12 October 2026

Trump’s Energy Ceasefire: Power Plant Gets an Uninvited Guest

Rex Blister, Sydney desk

President Donald Trump announced a partial cease‑fire on energy infrastructure in Ukraine, but within hours Russian forces struck a power plant in the east. Zelensky called the announcement “news to me,” while the…

Business · 12 October 2026

Cavoodle‑Named Bus Revives Sunraysia‑South Australia Link, Leaving Market Participants Scratching Their Heads

Vera Chen, Sydney desk

After a six‑year hiatus, a Cavoodle‑named coach reconnects Mildura with South Australia, prompting market participants to chew over rates, property and earnings implications.

Politics · 12 October 2026

Greens Offer Australians Right to Sue Big Tech – Because Who Doesn’t Want a Legal Reprieve from Meta’s $25 B Scandal?

Rex Blister, Sydney desk

The Greens are proposing a private right of action in Anika Wells’ new digital safety bill, modelling the idea on the $25 billion settlement Meta paid in the United States.

Business · 11 October 2026

One Nation Finds Office Space, Gina Rinehart Finds a Tenant, Barnaby Joyce Finds a Way to Blame the Rent

Vera Chen, Sydney desk

The political party has secured a multimillion-dollar Brisbane headquarters through a lease arrangement with a mining billionaire's company, a move defended as standard commercial practice despite the optics of a politic…

Technology · 11 October 2026

Apple’s $3500 Foldable Phone: Will Buyers Fold Their Wallets or the Device?

Ash Park, Sydney desk

Apple’s new $3,500 foldable phone has sparked a debate: is the high price tag a barrier or a badge of honor? The outcome will be crucial for the tech giant’s future plans.

World · 11 October 2026

Drivers Polish Cars While Aussies Google Aaron Seton as Bathurst 1000 Preps Go Live

Rex Blister, Sydney desk

As teams make final preparations for the Bathurst 1000, Australians are flooding Google with searches for Aaron Seton, turning the pre‑race buzz into a nationwide online treasure hunt.

Business · 11 October 2026

High Court Verdict Leaves Market Participants With Empty Coal Pockets

Vera Chen, Sydney desk

The High Court’s ruling against the Mount Pleasant coal mine has sent shockwaves through the mining sector, leaving market participants scrambling to re‑evaluate their portfolios and earn their next dividend from a g…