The Guardian's review of 'Phar Lap: The Electro-Swing Musical' reveals a production bursting with creative ambition, spectacular visuals, and infectious energy, though narrative coherence occasionally falters in this bold reimagining of racing legend.
In a dramatic political twist, Victoria's Labor government has been forced to rely on One Nation and crossbench MPs to pass controversial voluntary assisted dying legislation after a major factional split within its own party.
Exclusive investigation reveals the internal turmoil within Australia's Labor Party as they strike a contentious environmental agreement that threatens to divide the government and alienate their core supporters.
Donald Trump breaks with tradition by voting early in Florida while urging supporters to follow suit across multiple battleground states, signalling a strategic shift in Republican voting behaviour.
Australia's environment minister will retain final approval power over contentious development projects under Labor's newly unveiled environmental protection legislation, sparking criticism from conservation groups.
Exclusive: Former Labor parliamentarian condemns NSW government's heavy-handed approach against environmental activists protecting historic site in World Heritage area.
The Australian opposition has launched fierce accusations against the Labor government, claiming they're deliberately concealing correspondence between the Prime Minister and ministers, sparking a major transparency debate in Canberra.
As the Australian coalition government unveils controversial environmental policies, pressure mounts on Labor to prove its commitment to protecting the nation's unique wildlife and natural heritage.
Australian police intensify their search for Colleen Walker as new environmental laws spark political debate between Labor and Coalition.
The Australian government's landmark environmental law reforms risk failure after the Coalition withdrew support, claiming the legislation would strangle economic development and investment across the nation.
The iconic Bernal Heights rope swing, a cherished tourist attraction offering breathtaking city views, faces permanent removal following a serious accident that has prompted urgent safety reviews.
The Australian Greens have launched a scathing attack on Labor's proposed environmental reforms, warning they could worsen the extinction crisis while ignoring climate impacts of major fossil fuel projects.
The Australian opposition's weaponisation of immigration policy against Labor reveals troubling political tactics that sacrifice principle for partisan gain, risking long-term damage to democratic discourse.
Australia's Labor government is fast-tracking landmark environmental reforms after securing crossbench support, despite controversy over dropping the climate trigger from new legislation.
Deputy Liberal leader Sussan Ley capitalises on Melbourne's crime wave, turning public safety fears into a major political victory that leaves Victorian Labor reeling.
President Joe Biden secures surprise endorsement from NASCAR team owner as he targets Michigan's crucial working-class vote in high-stakes election battle.
Former PM Paul Keating welcomes Labor's superannuation policy reversal but criticises the opposition's weakness, urging the government to pursue more ambitious reforms with their political advantage.
Labor's controversial freedom of information reforms face collapse as crossbench opposition grows, with Deputy Liberal Leader Sussan Ley receiving widespread praise for defending transparency.
The Albanese government has performed a dramatic U-turn on controversial superannuation tax reforms, abandoning plans that would have affected millions of Australians' retirement savings.
Exclusive analysis reveals the Labor government is failing its own transparency commitments, with freedom of information delays and rejections reaching record levels despite election promises.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese pushes forward with plans to double tax rates on certain investments, despite Treasury warnings about economic consequences and market instability.
Exclusive: Sportsbet executives attended a Labor fundraising dinner with government minister Stephen Jones, raising serious questions about political access for gambling interests despite mounting pressure to curb industry influence.
Federal Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus confronts a significant internal party challenge as the Victorian Socialist Left faction targets his safe Labor seat of Isaacs, signalling major factional tensions within the ALP.
A Florida mother has been charged with child neglect after her four-year-old played unsupervised on a communal swing set, sparking outrage over HOA power and parenting rights.
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson stuns political establishment by urging Coalition to scrap negative gearing in wake of disastrous Newspoll results that show Labor leading 55-45.
Exclusive interview with Housing Minister Clare O'Neil reveals how Labor's ambitious new housing scheme will transform property ownership for struggling Australians. Discover the key policies designed to tackle the affordability crisis head-on.
Thrill-seekers can now experience Britain's most extreme attraction - a giant swing that catapults riders 131 feet above Loch Lomond's shores at 60mph. For £90, are you brave enough to face the ultimate adrenaline rush?
Former President Donald Trump abruptly withdraws nomination of economist EJ Antoni for Bureau of Labor Statistics role, raising questions about economic policy direction.
Donald Trump's fiery UN address dominates headlines, while Australia grapples with NDIS appeals chaos and the controversial men-only Savage Club faces renewed scrutiny.
Deputy Liberal Leader Sussan Ley launches a scathing attack on Anthony Albanese's 2030 emissions reduction target, warning it will cripple Australian industry, slash jobs, and force electricity rationing without any global environmental benefit.