Stephanie Peatling
Stephanie Peatling is a senior writer. She is a former Canberra Political Correspondent for the Sun-Herald.
Politics wrap: March 19, 2013
Stephanie Peatling Some days have that whiff of chaos about them - or do they? Join us for our live coverage of federal politics today.
Politics wrap: March 18, 2013
Stephanie Peatling The PM has drawn a line in the sand saying she won't "flinch". The same remains to be seen about the government's media reforms. Welcome to our live coverage of the day in federal politics.
Politics wrap: March 14, 2013
Stephanie Peatling Good morning. Nice to start the day with some legislation. The government will introduce its media reform package. Please join us as we watch what happens.
Politics wrap: March 13, 2013
Stephanie Peatling Is the government trying to modernise the laws governing the media or does it want a state run, state funded mouthpiece? It's all about free speech in federal politics today.
Politics live: 12 March, 2013
Stephanie Peatling Happy birthday to Canberra - 100 years old today. There's a slightly festive air in the corridors today, birthdays will do that to anyone.
Latham: Labor must lead on issues
Stephanie Peatling The Labor Party will ignore adopting a progressive policy on climate change at its peril, former Labor leader Mark Latham has warned, as it struggles to remain relevant in the face of its declining...
Media firms unite against revised laws
Stephanie Peatling Leading print media companies have united to call on the federal government to consult them about potentially sweeping changes to media law that could restrict the way journalists operate.
Latham's climate warning
Stephanie Peatling The Labor Party will ignore climate change at its peril, says former leader Mark Latham.
Cabinet claims Gillard has full support despite WA loss
Katharine Murphy, Stephanie Peatling Prime Minister Julia Gillard returns to Canberra this week facing a fresh run of speculation over the viability of her leadership after Labor's poor showing in the West Australian state election.
It's time to consult, newspapers warn
Stephanie Peatling The leading print media companies have united to call on the federal government to consult them about potentially sweeping media law changes that may restrict the way journalists operate.
PM under fire after ALP defeat in WA
Katharine Murphy and Stephanie Peatling Julia Gillard returns to Canberra this week facing fresh speculation over her leadership.
Australia lags developed world on preschool enrolment: OECD
Stephanie Peatling Australia has one of the lowest rates of enrolment in preschool in the developed world and spends less on early childhood education than any other comparable country, the OECD says.
At the Governor-General's service
Stephanie Peatling In the 17th century, the role of aide-de-camp was created as a kind of emissary for commanders on European battlefields and to carry out whatever organisational functions were needed during conflict.
All-female team is an aide first for GG Bryce
Stephanie Peatling For the first time since Quentin Bryce was appointed Governor-General in 2008, women occupy all three aide positions.
Preschool rates not up to the mark
Stephanie Peatling Australia has one of the lowest rates of enrolment of children in preschool in the developed world and spends less on early childhood education than any other comparable country, according to the...
Glimmer of hope for single parents moved to Newstart
Stephanie Peatling The federal government is considering relaxing rules that restrict how much money single parents can earn while receiving welfare payments.
Politics wrap - coverage of the politics gender debate: March 6, 2013
Stephanie Peatling Women are the new black for political parties. Today the Pulse covers a debate by the Minister for Health, Tanya Plibersek, and the deputy Opposition leader, Julie Bishop, hosted by UN Women...
Newstart work rules under review
Stephanie Peatling The federal government is considering relaxing the rules restricting how much money single parents can earn while receiving welfare payments.
Single parent payment review
Stephanie Peatling The federal government is considering relaxing rules that restrict how much money single parents can earn while receiving welfare payments.
Time for women to make their vote count
Stephanie Peatling Given that women make up just over half the voting population, it makes sense that parties want our votes.
