The Nightly
The Nightly brings journalism, analysis, and commentary from Australia’s leading voices with a focus on politics, policy, business, and culture.
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The Nightly brings journalism, analysis, and commentary from Australia’s leading voices with a focus on politics, policy, business, and culture.
How it works, why it matters and the power of your role in it.
Australians were asked to pick a song for the national anthem in 1977.
Deep dive into stories about Old Parliament House, Australian history and democracy.
Australians were asked to vote on whether men in National Service could be deployed to fight in World War One.
Tactics to help you navigate false information.
How parties and candidates campaign for your vote.
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