Refugees Are Not Your Trolley Problem
One of the oldest philosophical quandaries has a great deal of resonance when it comes…More
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PNG Supreme Court Judgment Puts Australia Firmly In The Dock
“Labor’s policy is clear. We will not put the people smugglers back in business.” That’s Bill…More
Waleed Aly And The Cult Of Celebrity: The Caveats For Entering ‘Club Media’
First things first, like most Australians, I’m a big fan of Waleed Aly. I think…More
Jonathan Holmes’ Defence Of Offshore Detention Is Cultivated Racism In Action
OPINION: Those miffed by Fairfax’s sacking of Paul Sheehan can console themselves. As Holmes’ most…More
EXPLAINER: What The PNG Supreme Court Decision Can Teach Us About Law And Justice
Tuesday’s Papua New Guinea Supreme Court decision has two vital lessons for Australia: the power of a…More
22-Year-Old Faces Two Years Jail After Halting Flight In Refugee Protest
Two separate cases will go before Victorian courts today after protesters delayed a Qantas flight…More
Eight Revelations From Tony Abbott’s Openly Pro-War Crimes Quadrant Essay
Even for Abbott, the piece includes some extraordinary comments, claims, and justifications, writes Max Chalmers.…More
A Simple Guide To Asylum Seekers: Who Are They, And How Can We Help Them
Australia’s asylum seeker path is unsustainable, writes John Preston. We have to find another way…More
Mardis Gras Fracas: No Pride In Detention Makes No Apology For Marching For Nima And Ashkan
The organisers of a Mardi Gras float threatened with expulsion after protesting refugee policies behind…More