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Michael McGowan

The Sydney Morning Herald

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Inside the invisible rebellion that’s shaking NSW

Inside the invisible rebellion that’s shaking NSW

It’s a strange, unknowable place, but current battles in the state’s upper house are a critical window to power in NSW.

07.05.2026 10

The Sydney Morning Herald

Michael Mcgowan

Premier and ministers keep little Joe’s picture on their desks: The tragedy that changed NSW

On Wednesday, the Minns government officially took control of the Northern Beaches Hospital. It brought to a close one of the state’s most...

30.04.2026 10

The Sydney Morning Herald

Michael Mcgowan

He’s taunted protesters and rebuked judges. Is the premier fraying cohesion?

Years of tough rhetoric about Palestinian protesters hasn’t helped social cohesion – it’s made it worse.

23.04.2026 10

The Sydney Morning Herald

Michael Mcgowan

Minns might have lost in court, but he knew failed protest laws were a winner

If there is one thing the premier understands, it’s that people only really focus on what leaders are doing during a crisis.

16.04.2026 20

The Sydney Morning Herald

Michael Mcgowan

The Greens are plotting a populist pivot, but could that really hurt NSW Labor?

Chris Minns leads a minority Labor government in NSW. While the premier focuses on protecting his right flank, the Greens think he is vulnerable on...

16.04.2026 20

The Sydney Morning Herald

Michael Mcgowan

NSW Labor’s in the box seat for a second term. Does it deserve it?

The most persistent criticism I hear of this government – from inside and outside – is about its perceived lack of ambition.

09.04.2026 9

The Sydney Morning Herald

Michael Mcgowan

NSW Labor vowed to never work with Mark Latham. The reality is more complicated

One of Chris Minns’ first commitments as premier was that he would not work with Mark Latham. A hung parliament means ministers often have no choice.

19.07.2025 10

The Sydney Morning Herald

Michael McGowan

Daniel Mookhey has played a starring role in the icare story. Is he a hero or a villain?

The NSW workers’ compensation system is seriously unwell. NSW Labor is proposing an amputation.

25.05.2025 20

The Sydney Morning Herald

Michael McGowan

Housing needs to remain four-year priority

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15.02.2025 20

Business News

Michael McGowan