Why Were The Merauke Five Ignored?
The "Merauke Five" — now the universal moniker for five Torres Strait residents who were detained…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.
Don't Laugh, This Is Serious
Here is a story about Frank Packer that pops up every now and then. When…More
Turnbull Plays Hard-Ball
Is it Malcolm Turnbull’s volcanic temperament that has led him into his current predicament? There…More
Palestine Is Our Home
Since Benjamin Netanyahu’s recent trip to Washington to meet Obama, there’s been plenty of discussion…More
Where To Now For Jewish America?
During the "Salute to Israel" parade in New York in May, over 100,000 Jews marched…More
In Search Of Rank And File
On election day it is not simply the party with the best ideas that wins.…More
History's Greatest Gates
Holler holler, gentle listeners, and welcome to the third episode of The Media Ate My…More
Australia Risks Repeat Of Asbestos Tragedy
Prime Minister Kevin Rudd has described Bernie Banton as a "great Australian hero" for his…More
Polar Politics
Kalista Poulsen covered his ears with a pair of seal fur gloves as two helicopters…More