Anti-racism

The No campaign opposes the movement for First Nations sovereignty and a genuine, continent-wide, Treaty process. But the Yes campaign politically surrenders to the right on this core issue, argues Peter Boyle.

More than half of all deaths, or serious injuries, in NSW Police operations between 2017-2022 have been linked to mental health crises. Caitlin O’Keeffe-White reports.

The Australian Western Sahara Association protested near the FIFA Women’s World Cup match between Morocco and Germany, calling for an end to sport washing. Kerry Smith reports.

Protesters demanded Labor end immigration detention and offshore processing and provide permanent safety for all refugees. It also called for an end to boat turn-backs. Alex Salmon reports.

Hundreds of protesters gathered outside of State Library Victoria to demand permanent visas for refugees. Lachie McQueen and Chloe DS report.

Norlane residents have swung into action, with newly-elected Socialist Alliance local councillor Sarah Hathway, to ensure the area remains safe and welcoming to all. Sue Bull reports.

“Something that pretends to be a great change, but provides none, is not a step in the right direction”, argues the Blak Sovereign Movement.

MUDA-PSM launch

The Socialist Party of Malaysia (PSM) and the Malaysian United Democracy Alliance (MUDA) have agreed on an electoral pact for the upcoming state assembly elections on August 12, reports Peter Boyle.

Refugee rights activists outside treasurer Jim Chalmers' office

Refugee rights activists held a protest outside Jim Chalmers’ electoral office, calling on Labor to deliver better policy for refugees and asylum seekers. Alex Bainbridge reports.

Merri-bek City Councillors Sue Bolton and Monica Harte organised a community protest against the $368 billion AUKUS nuclear-powered submarines. Jacob Andrewartha reports.

Boat turn-backs. Offshore Detention. Refusal to settle groups of refugees in Australia. This triad is the 10-year-long contemporary White Australia policy of governments, Labor and Coalition. Jonathan Strauss argues for the need to step up the pressure.

In a case brought by Iranian Kurdish refugee Mostafa Azimitabar (“Moz”), Federal Court judge Bernard Murphy ruled that while hotel detention is inhumane, it is still legal. Chris Slee reports.