Australia
Explore our coverage of Australia’s politics, economics, business and culture, in articles, charts, podcasts and video
The Economist reads
What to read (and watch) about indigenous Australians
Four books and a film that show why they want recognition of rights in the constitution
Graphic detail
Australians are no longer united on Aboriginal rights
The “Voice” referendum to give indigenous people more influence in politics is likely to fail
Asia
Australians look set to reject new provisions for Aboriginal people
Advocates of a constitutional “Voice” for Aboriginal people are facing defeat
Checks and Balance
Is Australia now America’s closest ally?
Our weekly podcast on democracy in America. This week, we explain how the growing threat from China is reshaping relationships in the Indo-Pacific.
The Economist explains
What is Australia’s “Voice to Parliament”?
The country will vote on whether to give Aboriginal people a constitutional right to consultation
Asia
Australia is becoming America’s military launchpad into Asia
Are Australian voters ready for the costs of great-power rivalry in the Indo-Pacific?
Asia
Aboriginal Australians may at last be given a say in their own affairs
But the constitutional change needed is, shamefully, far from assured
Business
Australia and Canada are one economy—with one set of flaws
Welcome to Ozanada. Beware its business weakness
Asia
Australia has faced down China’s trade bans and emerged stronger
The “lucky country” may be uniquely able to endure Chinese bullying
Asia
Fearing China, Australia rethinks its defence strategy
It wants to deter Chinese threats by projecting power deeper into Asia
Asia
Millions of dead fish are washing up in Australia
Climate change and poor management are imperilling its biggest river system
Asia
Australia re-bans alcohol in some Aboriginal communities
Prohibition is no substitute for fixing Aboriginal people’s terrible social problems