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Benjamin T. Jones

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Does the Commonwealth really have a future?

After uncertainty and cost-cutting, the 2026 Commonwealth Games are finally under way in Glasgow. With the FIFA World Cup only just in the rearview...

25.07.2026 30

The New Daily

Benjamin T Jones

As the games begin, what does the Commonwealth mean and what purpose does it serve?

The British Empire has long since folded. But the Commonwealth of Nations remains a global collective of like-minded countries.

23.07.2026 20

The Conversation

Benjamin T. Jones

Fact‑checking is good journalistic practice. But it will do nothing to stop the rise of Pauline Hanson

Post-truth politics means emotions trump facts. The major parties would be wise to remember this when trying to combat the rise of One Nation.

25.06.2026 20

The Conversation

Benjamin T. Jones

The ANU was set up to be a 'national asset'. Here are 3 ways it can return to its original mission

12.09.2025 30

Canberra Times

Benjamin T. Jones

The ANU was set up to be a ‘national asset’. Here are 3 ways it can return to its original mission

After months of pressure, Australian National University vice-chancellor Genevieve Bell has resigned. This creates a unique opportunity for the...

11.09.2025 30

The Conversation

Benjamin T. Jones

The Coalition is killing the Liberal Party

07.05.2025 20

Pearls and Irritations

Benjamin T. Jones