Why Fukushima Was A Man-Made Disaster
The anniversary of the Fukushima nuclear disaster falls this Sunday. Around 100,000 people were evacuated…More
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New Matilda
Launched in 2004, New Matilda is one of Australia's oldest online independent publications. It's focus is on investigative journalism and analysis, with occasional smart arsery thrown in for reasons of sanity. New Matilda is owned and edited by Walkley Award and Human Rights Award winning journalist Chris Graham.
Canberra's Revolving Door
This week Federal Treasurer Wayne Swan railed against the power of a "wildly irresponsible few"…More
When Lobbyists Cross The Line
Jack Abramoff, the man at the heart of the biggest US lobbying scandal this century,…More
Assange Counts Down To Sweden
Julian Assange has worn an electronic manacle for 454 days. Every day for 454 days…More
Why The Market Can't Ensure A Free Press
Last Friday, the Independent Media Inquiry headed by ex-judge Ray Finkelstein released its report on…More
Moving Forward After A Political Break Up
Kevin Rudd tried to convince the Labor Party to take him back last week — but…More
Australia Is Policing Separatism
When politicians in Australia hail the success of Indonesia's counter-terror forces in catching, charging — and…More
Copyright Law For Smart Phones
When any amendments are proposed to copyright law the lobbying is ferocious. The stakes for…More
Putin Is Back In The Hot Seat
On Sunday, the European media were almost unanimous — Vladimir Putin’s first-round victory in the Russian…More
A Smarter Way To Police Pokies
Pity the Western Australians, for they are largely denied the the thrill and buzz of…More