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PwC and the Adani mine triple dip. A conflict of interest? Surely not

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A  humble footnote on page 30 of the Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility’s 2016-17 annual report reads: “PwC supported NAIF in the development of its...

Tax rorts, consultants, external Government advisors embed in Government departments. Golly gee what’s the...

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Nearly one week after the police were called, the government cannot directly say if it can stop doing business with a firm whose ex-CEO...

You pay millions for these imbeciles to encourage conspiracy theories and misinformation. Why?

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We get so used to the bonkers shit that goes on in the Australian Senate that it starts to seem unremarkable. Frustrating, exasperating, eye-rolling,...

Reframing tax policy to reset the rules of the monopoly game

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Monopolists and rentseekers have been running rings round the democratic fiscal state for decades. It is obvious to everyone that the game is rigged....

Times have changed

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Veteran economist and one-time Bob Hawke adviser Ross Garnaut put forward some Very Big Ideas in last night’s Jobs and Skills Summit keynote address,...

Trump Returns: A New Era or a Step Back? Inside the Swearing-In of America’s 47th President

Amid the echoes of history and the promise of upheaval, Donald J. Trump took the oath of office as the 47th President of the United States. With a fiery inaugural address and sweeping promises of change, his presidency begins—vowing to rewrite the rules at home and abroad. But is this the dawn of a golden age or the start of turbulent tides Donald J. Trump once dismissed Project 2025—the Heritage Foundation’s audacious playbook for consolidating executive power and reshaping the...

Trump’s Mask Drops: Project 2025 Architects Take Center Stage in New Administration

Donald J. Trump once dismissed Project 2025—the Heritage Foundation’s audacious playbook for consolidating executive power and reshaping the federal government—as "ridiculous." During the campaign, he distanced himself from its more controversial proposals, going so far as to claim ignorance of its existence. Now, the mask is off. President-elect Trump has stacked his incoming administration with the very architects of the right-wing manifesto, signaling his intent to embrace its sweeping vision. With Russ Vought and Stephen Miller poised to lead the charge, the...

Eroding Trust, Fracturing Truth: How Trump’s War on Media is Reshaping Democracy

The airwaves are buzzing, social feeds are flooded, and trust in America’s newsrooms is hanging by a thread. Former President Donald Trump’s relentless campaign to brand the press as “fake news” has left lasting scars on public trust, pushing a once-unifying institution into a battle for its own survival. With each attack, he’s carved a deeper wedge between the American public and the journalists whose role it is to keep power in check. It’s a crisis that goes beyond rhetoric—analysts...

Donald Trump’s Divide-and-Conquer Rhetoric – A Pattern with Historical Echoes

Donald Trump's rhetoric has consistently framed America in a stark “us vs. them” light, with loyalty to Trump himself standing as the ultimate patriotic litmus test. In a deeply polarized environment, critics, communities of color, and dissenting voices have been labeled as "un-American," creating an atmosphere where opposition is not only unwelcome but vilified. Numerous journalists, psychologists, and former insiders have examined Trump’s language and the lasting impact it has had on American society. This list highlights the key...

Broken Pillars of Democracy: How Trump’s Vendettas Dismantled Justice, Integrity, and Accountability in America

In a scene reminiscent of a nation betrayed, the foundations of American governance—Justice, Integrity, and Accountability—lie shattered in the wake of Donald Trump’s power-hungry crusade. With each decision, he allegedly turned disaster relief, federal resources, and the very rule of law into tools for punishing critics and rewarding allies. Now, as we sift through the debris of an Oval Office once entrusted with the nation’s highest principles, one unbroken pillar remains: Vendettas. This is the legacy of an administration...

Rudy Giuliani Loses Manhattan Penthouse & Priceless Memorabilia After $150M Defamation Ruling—Luxury Auction Incoming!

Former New York Mayor and Trump attorney Rudy Giuliani, once hailed as "America's Mayor," is now handing over his luxury *everything* after defaming two Georgia election workers. Let's get real, folks—**things just got very real** for Mr. Giuliani. In a brutal ruling, Judge Lewis Liman ordered Giuliani to hand over control of his precious Manhattan penthouse and some *seriously flashy* luxury items to the very people he defamed, Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss. The two Georgia election workers who won...

Trump’s Conspiracy Web Unravels: Explosive Evidence Dropped in Election Overturn Plot!

🔥The walls are closing in." As 1,889 pages of bombshell evidence hit the public square, Trump's desperate scheme to cling to power is laid bare, and the clock on his once-untouchable empire ticks louder than ever. Time's up, Donald.⏳⚡ Now, what do these revelations mean for Trump’s 2024 bid? Well, folks, it’s not looking great. Let’s break this down: 1,889 pages—heavily redacted, yes, but still packed with damning evidence. Tweets, phone activity, and key speeches during January 6th are on full...

Coffee Catastrophe: Manager’s Lies Brew in an Empty Shop

In a surreal twist that could only exist in the Trumpian universe of deception, a coffee shop manager spins wild tales of bustling customers, while cobwebs cling to the windows, staff stand idle, and the only thing pouring is dust, not coffee. Early morning sun glints off the abandoned floor, but for this manager, the truth is nowhere to be found. His team threw an epic tantrum when moderators dared to, you know, **correct his lies in real-time** Buckle up, folks....

Welcome to Project 2025: Trump’s Dystopian Dream Turns America into a Despotic Nightmare

The air crackles with fear as democracy’s last breath fades, and in its place rises an iron-fisted regime where civil liberties are torched, justice is twisted, and Donald Trump’s despotic utopia reigns supreme. The air crackles with fear as democracy’s last breath fades, and in its place rises an iron-fisted regime where civil liberties are torched, justice is twisted, and Donald Trump’s despotic utopia reigns supreme. Picture this: **America in 2025**, but not as you know it— a dystopian...

Donald Trump: The Businessman Who Bent Democracy to His Will (and We Let Him)

Donald Trump, the self-proclaimed billionaire and master dealmaker, wasn’t just bad at playing by the rules—he didn't even acknowledge their existence. Over the course of his presidency, Trump's behavior revealed a disturbing pattern: his business-first mindset didn’t just clash with democratic norms, it bulldozed them. And while he did so, much of the media stood by, shrugging it off as “Donald being Donald.” But let’s be clear: Trump’s leadership style was less about governance and more about how far...

“So What?” Trump’s Chilling Indifference and New Evidence Expose His Plot to Overturn Democracy

In a moment that will forever stain American history, when the fate of democracy hung in the balance, Donald Trump was unmoved by the peril facing his own vice president. "So what?" he coldly replied as rioters stormed the Capitol, threatening Mike Pence's life. This shocking indifference is just one piece of damning new evidence, unsealed in a federal court, that paints Trump not as a misguided leader but as a desperate man willing to dismantle democracy itself to...

Politicians Cash In: Gambling Industry’s VIP Club—But Don’t Worry, They’re Not *Influenced* At All

Free tickets, luxury suites, and chocolates from the gambling industry? No biggie! Our beloved politicians *swear* it’s just a coincidence that gambling ads keep flooding your screen. Nothing to see here, folks—just democracy for sale, one VIP pass at a time! 🎟️💼💸 Imagination only - well - politicians enjoying the perks of the VIP box at the racetrack, with a powerful gambling executive glad-handing in the corner. Well, knock me over with a feather—who could have *possibly* guessed that a gaggle...

Maybe Australia Needs to Do a Biden

Maybe Australia Needs to Do a Biden When the career politicians finally admit it: it's time to go, but not before one last bow to the wheeler-dealers who propped them up. For decades, I — and likely you — have watched this revolving door of political wannabes waltz straight from university lecture halls to parliamentary power, skipping that bothersome “real job” phase. No real work experience, just a fast-track from law school to political offices, clutching (Albo) the coattails of some revered...

The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Using the Pigsfly News Helper Dashboard

This guide is a simplified, user-friendly walkthrough of how to effectively use the Pigsfly News Helper Dashboard for managing projects like Project2-Ergon. It covers everything from accessing the dashboard to organizing documents and automating research.1.1 Accessing the Dashboard - Open your preferred browser and go to the URL: `http://localhost:8502/`. - The dashboard interface should open, showing the main menu with your current projects (stored on the `M:/` drive). 1.2 Understanding the Layout - The dashboard is divided into sections: - Project List: A list...

Emporium Spotlight: The Astonishing World of Kei Kanamori

Self-Taught Prodigy Blends Traditional Art with Cutting-Edge Animation to Redefine Visual StorytellingWelcome to another edition of *Emporium*, where we showcase the finest artistic talents who inspire and ignite our imaginations. Today, we dive into the mind-bending universe of an emerging Japanese artist who is redefining the boundaries of animation and CGI: Kei Kanamori. Discovering Kanamori’s work feels like stumbling upon a hidden treasure—unexpected, yet instantly captivating. This young artist, self-taught and driven by an insatiable creative spirit, has already proven...

Trump’s Arrogance Knows No Bounds: Arlington Cemetery Desecrated for Political Gain

In a disturbing display of his lifelong narcissism, Donald Trump has once again shown that nothing is sacred—not even the final resting place of America’s fallen heroes. During a memorial service at Arlington National Cemetery, Trump and his team brazenly violated federal laws to turn a solemn occasion into a political spectacle, underscoring the former president’s relentless disregard for decency and the rule of law.This article delves into Trump’s decades-long pattern of self-serving behavior, highlighting how his latest actions...

🔍 Trump’s Project 2025: A Blueprint for Tyranny? 🔍

🔥 Donald Trump’s Machinations: The Road to an American Dictatorship? 🔥 📣 Warning Bells Are Ringing 📣 Vice President Kamala Harris has just dropped a bombshell—a hard-hitting advertisement that exposes Donald Trump's ties to Project 2025. But this isn't just another political jab. No, this is a clarion call, a neon sign screaming 🚨 "Danger Ahead!" 🚨. 🔗 Project 2025—it sounds like a futuristic movie title, doesn’t it? But make no mistake, this is no Hollywood fiction. This is a sinister...

Karma’s Knock at the Door: Trump Indicted—Again!

🔥 Special counsel Jack Smith is back with a BANG! 🔥 Trump has just been slapped with a superseding indictment in his federal election interference case. The former President now faces four fresh felony charges, courtesy of a federal grand jury in Washington, D.C. But wait—didn't the Supreme Court say something about immunity? Oh, they did. But apparently, Jack Smith didn’t get the memo... or he just doesn’t care. 😏 📜 36 Pages of Oh-No-You-Didn't! This 36-page legal bombshell is the prosecutor's...

Trump’s Playbook: Unraveling the Threads of Authoritarianism

Good morning, America—grab your coffee, but maybe keep the whiskey close. Today, we dive into a disturbing narrative that pulls back the curtain on the relentless efforts by Donald Trump and his followers to reshape the very fabric of our democracy. This is not just about a political campaign; it's a calculated attempt to bend democratic institutions to his will, deploying tactics that echo the strategies of authoritarian regimes worldwid Trump's Play: Ever since he launched his political career, Trump...

MPs Swimming in Public Money While Excavators Gouge Out the Taxpayer’s Pocket

Ah, Australian politics—a world where reality and satire have become so entangled it’s hard to tell one from the other. Imagine, if you will, a pool filled not with water but with public money. Now picture MPs donning their best Speedos, diving into that cash like it’s the Olympics. And what’s that? Excavators at the edge of the pool, gouging out massive chunks of our hard-earned dollars? Yep, that’s happening too. 💸💦Take a good look, Australia, at the **Robodebt...

Ben Carson Is Running for President

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Migrants and refugees flooding into Europe have presented European leaders and policymakers with their greatest challenge since the debt crisis. The International Organization for...

Morrison washes his hands of teal contests as Liberals roll out two-tier campaign

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Prime Minister Scott Morrison has all but washed his hands of campaigns to save inner-city moderate Liberal MPs facing serious challenges from “teal” independents. Mr...

Andrew Wilkie invites independent candidates to call him for a chat about approaching a...

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Politics with Michelle Grattan: Andrew Wilkie invites independent candidates to call him for a chat about approaching a hung parliament Michelle Grattan, University of Canberra Andrew...

Oh, for the stability of a ‘hung parliament’

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It’s pretty amusing that a party that has had three prime ministers and three treasurers in nine years is warning about the chaos and...

The PM previously said Albanese had no power to do anything about wages –...

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Katherine Murphy writes in The Guardian Perhaps it was the new opinion poll that dropped just hours before the final leaders’ debate of the 2022...