Tom McIlroy

Tom McIlroy, Political Editor for Guardian Australia, unpacks a chaotic week in Canberra. Labor faces Senate defeat, online safety pressure and backlash over its delayed response to a proposed US execution livestream. Questions swirl around Albanese and Chalmers, while Greens assert themselves and Josh Frydenberg’s memoir tour fuels comeback rumours.

Tom McIlroy, Political Editor at The Guardian Australia, breaks down a tumultuous week in federal politics. He covers a blockbuster gambling inquiry and its fallout, stalled immigration reforms after a last-minute press club cancellation, Pauline Hanson’s media bans as an attention tactic, housing market risks, and Ed Husic’s serious car crash.

Tom McIlroy, political editor and commentator on Australian and regional affairs, breaks down the PM’s Pacific push. He discusses new defence ties with Fiji and efforts to limit China’s influence. He explains the Ocean of Peace Alliance, compares regional deals, and previews rugby diplomacy and meetings with PNG, Tonga and India.

Tom McIlroy, political editor at Guardian Australia, examines the alleged car attack that left independent MP Helen Haines critically injured. He discusses the swift intervention by locals, the charges against the suspect and the search for a motive. The conversation also explores rising threats against politicians and the danger violence poses to democratic access.

Tom McIlroy, political editor at Guardian Australia who tracks federal negotiations, breaks down the push for gambling reform. He unpacks talks between major parties, backbench splits, and the fallout from inducement allegations. He outlines proposed limits on advertising and BetStop, and the political tradeoffs shaping any deal.

In a deep dive into Australian politics, Tom McIlroy, Chief Political Correspondent for Guardian Australia, discusses the looming influence of Donald Trump on the 2025 election. With a cost-of-living crisis at the forefront, candidates Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton must navigate shifting voter sentiments. McIlroy highlights how Trump's persona complicates local political discourse and impacts public perception. The conversation also touches on Australia's unique compulsory voting system and its implications for candidate strategy.

Tom McIlroy, Guardian Australia’s political editor, examines the alleged attack that left independent MP Helen Haines critically injured. He discusses what happened outside her electorate office, the suspect’s background and unclear motive, and the shock across federal parliament. The conversation explores rising threats against politicians, heated public debate, and the delicate balance between security and open access to representatives.

Tom McIlroy, political editor at Guardian Australia, explains policy choices and government levers. Jonathan Barrett, business editor at Guardian Australia, breaks down market and economic impacts. They discuss Australia’s thin fuel buffer, real versus panic-driven shortages, inflationary ripple effects, political and diplomatic responses, and whether the shock could speed up EVs and renewable transition.

Tom McIlroy, political editor at Guardian Australia, examines the Coalition’s plan for historic migration cuts. He explores the housing crisis rationale, the political contest with One Nation, post-COVID migration spikes, and the risks to aged care, healthcare, construction and universities. The discussion also considers humanitarian intake reductions and whether immigration caps can solve housing pressures.

Tom McIlroy, Guardian Australia’s political editor, examines Anthony Albanese’s campaign for a UN Security Council seat. What could Australia really achieve despite great-power vetoes? How might Pacific diplomacy and behind-the-scenes deal-making decide the vote? McIlroy also explores the campaign’s hefty cost, domestic political risks, Albanese’s diplomatic meetings in New York and Australia’s push for global AI regulation.