Yahoo Home Samuel Bartlett is a Sydney-based writer covering all things politics. After beginning a career in sports, police and court reporting, Samuel moved into the political and government arena working for some of Australia’s most high-profile politicians and government departments. He has now returned to his roots as a writer. In his time away from the keyboard Samuel likes to spend time in nature, listen to live music, raise his young daughter and compose poetry.
Yahoo News AustraliaThe two-word pitch Peter Dutton is banking on to win back Australian voters
Peter Dutton has appealed to the 'forgotten Australians' in his press conference speech after being elected Liberal leader this week. Our expert analyses the likely success of his marketing pitch.
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The new teal independents: 'What the media got wrong about us'
The 'teal' independents have decimated the Liberal Party and are on course to reshape the Australian Parliament. They tell Yahoo why they're misunderstood.
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Amazon, McDonald's jobs bonanza: 6,000 positions up for grabs
Amazon and McDonald's have announced 6,000 new Australian jobs. Here's where they're hiring.
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The excuses that get you out of paying election fine
If you don't get to a polling booth today, here are the reasons that will get you out of paying a fine.
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Federal Election 2022: The big mistake that means your vote won't count
As Australia heads to the polls today Yahoo News Australia has put together a guide on how to ensure your vote counts.
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Don't vote today and you'll get hit with a fine
Voting is compulsory for all Australians over the age of 18 so if you don't vote today, it'll hurt your hip pocket.
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Federal Election: Which major party will be better for small business?
Small business makes up 97 percent of all business trade in Australia, so it makes sense the major parties would want to woo them in the Federal Election. Find out what party would best serve small business.
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What will happen if treasurer Josh Frydenberg loses his seat?
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg may lose the seat of Kooyong in today's Federal Election. Find out what the future of the Liberal party could look like without him.
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Federal Election: Which major party will be better for health workers?
Cost of living pressures are mounting for health workers, but will a change of government improve conditions?
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Federal Election: What the major parties plan to do for tradies
The ACTU wants to kill the omnibus bill that the Coalition is threatening to bring back if re-elected this month.
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Federal Election: What the major parties plan to do for retail workers
Here are the promises that Liberal and Labor have made to make life easier for retail workers.
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What is negative equity and how you can avoid it
Whatever goes up must come down, including house prices, especially after a period of significant growth. This makes negative equity a very real possibility for homeowners. Here's how to avoid it.
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Federal Election: How to cast your vote early
Early voting for the Federal Election has opened. Here's everything you need to know about voting before May 21.
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Federal Election: Teachers and students largely ignored by major party policies
Education has been shunned by the major parties seeking election. Here's why that will cost us all in the long run.
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Federal Election: Clive Palmer's biggest controversies
Controversial Australian billionaire Clive Palmer is so used to suing or being sued he lists one of his hobbies as litigation.
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George Christensen defends move to One Nation: 'Keeping the bastards honest'
Former Nationals MP George Christensen says he and One Nation will push conservative values on the government.
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Federal Election: Scott Morrison 'has no plan' to reduce cost of living
The Coalition is buying off voters with no plan to help household budgets beyond the election, says Labor.
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Federal Election: Nationals accused of forcing Coalition into lack of climate action
Two independent candidates have claimed that Barnaby Joyce's party is controlling the Coalition's climate agenda.
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Federal Election: China has 'given up' on Scott Morrison
Australia and China's relationship is on ice. One expert says it will remain that way while the Coalition is in power.
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Where does our petrol come from and how secure is the supply?
Australia sources the bulk of its fuel supply from Asia, so why would a war in Eastern Europe affect prices here?