Hockey: It's Just Not Cricket
"Shadow treasurer" — the very name gives some idea of the nature of the job.…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.
An Israel Of The Mind
According to most regional analysts, the results of Israel’s recent election signal a profound shift…More
Rudd Attacks Neoliberalism With Nail Clippers
For many social democrats and the liberal Left — whose primary focus is on politics…More
The Power Of Description
These days, Muslims are always under pressure, whether explicit or implicit, to demonstrate that they…More
"It's Like Fighting Sand"
"It’s like fighting sand. No force in the world can get the better of the…More
Why Can't I Look At P*rn?
This article is part of newmatilda.com’s Urban Intervention experiment. For more information read this. Day…More
Rich Guys Finish First
Is the era of political donations about to end in Australia? With continuing public pressure,…More
These Are Old Ideas, Kevin
By far the most nauseating aspect of Kevin Rudd’s Monthly essay was the predictable pants-wetting…More
A Changed Climate
It’s hard to know what to write. Every time I think about it, tears well…More
How Should The Fires Be Reported?
What is the best way to cover traumatic events? How should we treat sensitive facts…More