Australia’s elevated terror alert. National security or politics as usual?
“Terrorism has changed the world, and Australia is not immune, but the way of life that we value so highly must go on. Our security [>>>]
Features
Is the NACC living up to expectations?
The establishment of the National Anti-Corruption Commission in 2023 was heralded as a crucial step towards enhancing transparency and accountability within governmental operations in Australia, [>>>]
Unpacking the Australian media’s preoccupation with a U.S. election
In recent weeks, the Australian media landscape has been saturated with exhaustive coverage of the U.S. presidential campaign, despite the election still being four months [>>>]
Religion in politics: should we be wary or accept its influence?
The emergence of the Muslim Vote group in Australia signifies a new dynamic in the political landscape. Unlike a traditional political party, this group focuses [>>>]
Israel becoming increasingly isolation over the genocide in Gaza
The International Criminal Court has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, his defense minister, and the leadership of Hamas, on the grounds [>>>]
Sweeping campaign and donation reforms needed for democratic renewal
In recent years, the discourse surrounding political campaign and donation reform in Australia has reached a tipping point and it’s clear to most people that [>>>]
The great Australian silence in Gaza
In his address at the National Press Club last week, Yanis Varoufakis, the former Greek finance minister and renowned economist, took a firm stance on [>>>]
Morrison’s Robodebt denial faces fierce criticism
The Australian Parliament came alive with renewed activity last week, with many critical issues vying for attention. While housing, education, and Reconciliation initiatives are crucial, [>>>]
Fallout from Robodebt intensifies amid calls for Morrison resignation
The fallout from the Robodebt Royal Commission report continues to reverberate throughout Australian politics and while media interest in the issue may have waned, the [>>>]
Royal Commission reveals the unlawful and cruel nature of the Coalition’s Robodebt scheme
In a significant development following last week’s release of the New South Wales ICAC report on serious corruption in public office, the Robodebt Royal Commission [>>>]
Serious corruption ICAC findings for Berejiklian and Maguire
The NSW Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) has released its long-awaited findings into the actions of former New South Wales Premier Gladys Berejiklian and former [>>>]
Dutton image makeover: He’s still a monster!
In a bid to revamp his public image, the federal Liberal leader, Peter Dutton, has embarked on an extensive makeover campaign. Following in the footsteps [>>>]