Insiders
ABC News
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.
Episodes
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Jun 12, 2024 • 8min
The Coalition's unexpected 2030 climate target U-turn
Two years ago, few would have thought Peter Dutton would go to the next election without a 2030 climate target. So what's changed?
Jun 8, 2024 • 54min
Should the government ban kids from social media?
As pressure builds to protect kids online, the Shadow Communications Minister has declared the coalition will push to ban children under 16 from accessing social media.
Jun 6, 2024 • 32min
On Background: Does China pose a threat and how should Australia respond?
The government this week announced plans to allow non-citizens to join the Australian Defence Force.
Jun 5, 2024 • 6min
As the US and UK face 'migration elections' will Australia be next?
Immigration is a hot issue in the UK and US election campaigns, as arrivals surge and voters facing cost-of-living pressure. But reducing migrant numbers has economic consequences too.
Jun 1, 2024 • 55min
Should Australia let criminal non-citizens stay?
The Immigration Minister survived a bruising week in parliament over a rule he introduced last year known as Direction 99.
May 29, 2024 • 23min
On Background: The rise of 'double haters' in Australian politics
We're two weeks on from the Budget and what's everyone talking about? Not the Budget, I suspect.
May 29, 2024 • 7min
Albanese is standing by his immigration minister, but this time he can't blame the mess on the High Court
Andrew Giles is facing immense pressure over the decision known as Direction 99, but he shows no signs of going anywhere. This mess can be traced back to a meeting of two prime ministers looking to repair a broken relationship.
May 25, 2024 • 54min
Is the Coalition's nuclear policy a 'real' policy?
Is the Coalition's nuclear policy a 'real' policy?
May 23, 2024 • 22min
On Background: Quitting coal not as easy as first thought
What’s going wrong in the shift to renewables – that requires taxpayers to cover the cost of keeping the Eraring power station running?
May 22, 2024 • 5min
The Coalition will need to lift its game on nuclear
As we enter the final year of the parliamentary term, pressure is growing for alternative solutions. And if the Coalition's immigration policy announcement is anything to go by, it will need to lift its game on nuclear.
