Insiders

Every Sunday morning, the ABC's national political lead David Speers unpacks the major stories shaping Australia's future. Each episode includes a major interview with an Australian politician and an extensive discussion with a panel of the country's best journalists. This show will help you understand the major factors behind the decisions and debates driving a national conversation.

Insiders in New York: Climate Change Minister Chris Bowen focused on results, not Trump-Albanese meeting

This week Insiders is live from New York, where world leaders are meeting for the United Nations General Assembly.  

09-20
52:55

Defence Minister Richard Marles commits $12 billion to AUKUS defence hub in WA

As doubts linger over the AUKUS security agreement's future, the Albanese government has acted.

09-13
54:29

Analysis: Albanese government about to make one of its biggest decisions since the election

Anthony Albanese has long argued being serious on climate change is the "entry fee" for credibility in the Pacific. 

09-10
06:01

Opposition Leader Sussan Ley won't apologise for Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price's migration comments

China flexes its new diplomatic and military might in a grand parade.From the Australian government's perspective, the rapprochement between China and India was the most worrying development.

09-06
59:30

Analysis: What's the cost of support for Australia's migration program?

The sight of neo-Nazis trying to whip up community anger and recruit new followers drove home to all how criticism of Australia's migration program can lead to and even legitimise hate speech, racism, and violence.

09-03
05:30

Coalition MP Julian Leeser says federal governement created 'atmosphere' for Iran's anti-Semitic attacks

For the past two years, the Government has resisted calls to list Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard as a terrorist organisation. 

08-30
54:16

How should governments respond to the 'sovereign citizen' movement? || Insiders: On Background

For years, experts have warned of the dangers of the so-called sovereign citizen movement. 

08-29
16:58

Analysis: Iran is guilty but the political brawl over antisemitism goes on

There is bipartisan support for expelling the Iranian ambassador and listing the IRGC as a terrorist organisation, but no end to the political brawl over antisemitic attacks in Australia.

08-27
05:18

More steps to be taken on tax reform, says Treasurer Jim Chalmers

The roundtable is over, and there's consensus on broad tax reform goals.

08-23
54:02

Analysis: So much for the union 'stitch-up' predicted by the Coalition

The treasurer's priority in this term has shifted from tackling cost of living to productivity and the unions are yet to score a victory.

08-20
05:16

Coalition frontbencher Tim Wilson says government didn't consult opposition on Palestinian recognition

Donald Trump pivots on Ukraine – after his friendly meeting with Vladimir Putin. He’s dropped calls for a ceasefire and is now backing Russia’s plan to end the war with a sweeping peace deal.It comes as Australia joins the UK, France and Canada in declaring Australia will recognise a Palestinian state.

08-16
58:48

Australia's defence spending is actually closer to 3 per cent says US Senator | Insiders

A senior US Senator says Australia's level of defence spending is much closer to 3% of GDP – if shipyards and other defence infrastructure is included.

08-16
10:58

Acting Prime Minister says recognition of Palestinian state does not encourage Hamas

Acting Prime Minister Richard Marles has indicated he does not see recognition of a Palestinian state as encouraging Hamas. 

08-09
56:52

Analysis: Jim Chalmers is pitching himself as a Goldilocks on AI

The government is trying to strike the right balance between preventing mass redundancies forced by AI, while also preventing Australia falling behind those countries rapidly embracing the technology.

08-06
06:00

ACTU calls for negative gearing reforms to be back on the table

The ACTU has called on the federal government to look at negative gearing and capital gains tax reforms at its upcoming productivity roundtable. 

08-02
54:46

Analysis: Anthony Albanese hardens on Israel as pressure builds within Labor caucus

Australia now has some cover to follow the UK and France on a Palestinian state without fearing a backlash from the US.

07-30
05:00

Prime Minister crticises Israel over Gaza starvation

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has criticised Israel over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

07-26
58:25

Analysis: Australia's childcare woes are about more than just access

The focus on improving access is only one part of the problem when it comes to childcare, as the government has discovered.

07-23
05:00

From the Great Wall of China to the great weight of domestic expectations

The Prime Minister is back in the country for the resumption of parliament this week. He's in a commanding political position and we're about to see how he'll use it. 

07-19
53:37

Analysis: Albanese's China visit is a counterpoint to Trump's chaos

China doesn't want to kick up too much dust as it presents a friendlier face to the major US allies in this region: Australia, Japan and South Korea.

07-16
06:45

Lis Stanger

It appears that Mr Joyce is happy to leave worker engaged in Australia's most valuable export to the whims of multi-national corporations rather than work with people to transition away from that industry.

09-26 Reply

Lis Stanger

NSW sacked over 10,000 public servants, federal governments regularly sack thousands of public servants without much support provided. Why should miners get special government assistance shouldn't it be on the multi billion dollar multinationals to support their employees transition to new industries?

02-23 Reply

Intrograted

It wasn't a shock result to anyone paying attention.

05-19 Reply

ciaran cashman

preacch!! DJ albo!.. Palestine deserves sovereignty as does Israel! yet why is Israeli sovereignty the mitigating factor in policy of both major parties. The rationale which whom Australia government supports.and advocates for is ananalagois to whistler situation Australia is essentially occupying land that was invaded and displaced those living there and margibalise those who were there prioorf to European colonisation..

05-27 Reply

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