No Lessons Learnt From Cornelia
Writing this article is anathema to every journalistic instinct I’ve learnt in 30 years. It…More
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DIAC Knew There Was No Water On Manus
Before the euphemistically named Regional Processing Centre (RPC) on Manus Island was opened in November…More
'We Have Made A Lot Of Friends In The Community'
Nasim Gulzari has made the most of his new life. Since arriving in Australia by…More
Rudd's Risky, Rushed Populism
In his book Sideshow, former Rudd government finance minister Lindsay Tanner wrote that there were…More
Burke Dodges 'Horrific' Manus Allegations
There was once a time when, if credible allegations were made to an Australian Labor…More
International Law Matters – Even On Manus
Most would agree that the situation leading up to the announcement of Kevin Rudd's plan…More
Rudd's First Broken Promise?
“I do not believe it is proper for the prime minister of the day, to…More
How We Justify Our Cruelty
Over the last week Australians have formed opposing camps on the question of asylum seekers…More
'Generation Next' Replies To Kim Carr
Dear Senator Carr It was with great interest that I heard your recent publication described…More
Is The Mining Boom Really Over?
1. The last year has been extremely difficult for most nations to provide jobs for…More