Independent Australia
Fri, 31 Dec 2021 16:00:00 +1000 WHAT'S ON: Ghostbusters Afterlife — the legacy lives on
A mother and two children discover their connection to the original Ghostbusters and the secret legacy their grandfather left behind. read now...
Fri, 31 Dec 2021 07:36:00 +1000 #6 TOP STORY OF 2021: Avi Yemini and his fellow fascists are anything but journalists
What a boon has the bane of Australian fascism, Tom Tanuki, been to the columns of IA. This November article attracted over 21,000 views — Tom's second in our top 10 (so far). read now...
Thu, 30 Dec 2021 12:30:00 +1000 #7 TOP STORY OF 2021: The night Porter and allegations of rape
The horrifying rape allegations against Christian Porter proved to one of the biggest stories of 2021. This March story by Tess Lawrence was read by tens of thousands. read now...
Wed, 29 Dec 2021 14:00:00 +1000 #8 TOP STORY OF 2021: Friendlyjordies, the MSM, ICAC and the demise of Gladys
The NSW media went into mourning when Gladys Berejeklian lost her job, as this popular October piece by managing editor Michelle Pini vividly explains. read now...
Tue, 28 Dec 2021 14:00:00 +1000 #9 TOP IA STORY OF 2021: Morrison's religious fundamentalism is railroading democracy
Scott Morrison's religious fundamentalism is a potential danger to democracy, as this alarming May article, which received more than 19,000 views, demonstrates. read now...
Wed, 22 Dec 2021 15:30:00 +1000 Prime Minister Scott Morrespin joins Vial & Crackie Oh on 1069 KRAS FM
Prime Minister for NSW Scott Morrespin discusses his Government's top achievements — and also that incident at Engadine Macca's, which most definitely never happened. read now...
Mon, 27 Dec 2021 16:00:00 +1000 #10 TOP IA STORY OF 2021: Australian Proud Boys on the hunt for social media commenters and the elderly
Harassment of minority groups by white supremacist groups such as the Proud Boys has escalated in recent years. This concerning report from Tom Tanuki received over 18,000 unique views. read now...
Fri, 24 Dec 2021 16:00:00 +1000 CARTOONS: Boosters in time for Xmas 2022! Ho! Ho! Ho!
FFS! Who told Santa it wasn't a race? read now...
Thu, 23 Dec 2021 11:00:00 +1000 New religious laws set to ban Christmas, divorce, tattoos
Life will soon become like that Monty Python sketch where a bunch of clerics burst in on an unsuspecting group to announce that no-one expects the Spanish Inquisition. read now...
Thu, 23 Dec 2021 15:00:00 +1000 WHAT'S ON: Matrix Resurrections — more sleeping pill than red pill
A computer programmer is once again given the choice between living a lie or discovering the truth about his existence. read now...
Tue, 05 Oct 2021 08:00:00 +1000 Outgoing NSW Premier Gladys 'The Great' Berejiklian joins 'Insniders'
Gladys Berejiklian shares her reasons for resigning and what the future holds for the trailblazing leader, yet unlucky woman in love, who saved Australia, in an 'Insniders' exclusive. read now...
Wed, 22 Dec 2021 16:00:00 +1000 Double standards: The UK-Australian Free Trade Agreement
Any agreement between governments led by Boris Johnson and Scott Morrison must be treated with a healthy dose of suspicion. read now...
Wed, 22 Dec 2021 15:00:00 +1000 Right-wing role models and guns are killing America
America has gone soft on eradicating right-wing extremism, resulting in a nation of gun violence and senseless death. read now...
Mon, 20 Dec 2021 13:00:00 +1000 KERRYN PHELPS: Perrottet congratulates NSW — condemns to COVID chaos
The following statement from New South Wales Premier Dominic Perrottet left me shaking my head in disbelief, fuming with indignation. read now...
Wed, 22 Dec 2021 11:00:00 +1000 Shootout at the COVID corral
The summer blockbuster starring the Morrison Government, God and COVID-19. read now...
Fri, 17 Dec 2021 07:00:00 +1000 Banks suspected in AGL's climate foul play
Despite pledging support for climate action, it's possible one of Australia's big four banks is coming to the financial rescue of pollution giant AGL. read now...
Wed, 22 Dec 2021 07:00:00 +1000 Quantum information and its relativity to the universe
A deeper, scientific understanding of information may give us a better understanding of quantum mechanics and the universe. read now...
Mon, 20 Dec 2021 15:00:00 +1000 On becoming Australian
There are many privileges and responsibilities that come with being an MP, but the best part of my job is helping more people belong here. read now...
Tue, 21 Dec 2021 16:00:00 +1000 Abscondment Day: A reminder of Morrison's uselessness
Two years ago, on 16 December, Michael McCormack was appointed Acting Prime Minister whilst the country burned. read now...
Tue, 21 Dec 2021 15:00:00 +1000 Scott Morrison's 'let them eat coal' Party
Scott Morrison is still expecting Australians to vote Liberal despite poor performance at COP26 and no climate policy. read now...
Tue, 21 Dec 2021 11:00:00 +1000 AUDIO EXCLUSIVE: Stun Grunt talks to RW emotional influencing guru in Vienna about 'R point'
IA follows reporter Stun Grunt to the wind-swept snow fields of Vienna, Austria, to interview right-wing conservative guru Dr Nick Splitzenparkenwearin. read now...
Tue, 21 Dec 2021 07:00:00 +1000 Change in voting system might save us all
A legislative change made in 2016 may help remove power from political candidates threatening to disrupt democracy. read now...
Thu, 16 Dec 2021 07:00:00 +1000 Sage of Surfers Paradise predicts AusPol 2022: You won’t believe it!
Managing editor Michelle 'Sage' Pini channels her inner clairvoyant to present the following IA prophecies for 2022. read now...
Sun, 19 Dec 2021 12:00:00 +1000 IA BOOK CLUB: 'Country — Future Fire, Future Farming', by Bill Gammage & Bruce Pascoe
Dermot Daley reviews a valuable historical account that explores successful farming by Indigenous Australians over millennia and discusses the practice of using fire to manage Country. read now...
Sun, 19 Dec 2021 08:00:00 +1000 Nothing but corruption and cruelty in the Coalition cupboard
When thinking about next year's Federal Election, Australians should consider the incalculable damage Scott Morrison has done to Australian democracy during his first full term as elected Prime Minister. read now...
Mon, 20 Dec 2021 11:00:00 +1000 Immigration reform must respect migrants' rights and drive economic growth
In the mid-year economic and fiscal outlook (MYEFO) for 2021-22, the Government has announced a million jobs will be created over the next four years. read now...
Mon, 20 Dec 2021 07:00:00 +1000 Latest Government report indicates record economic mismanagement
The latest report to Parliament on the state of the economy by Coalition ministers is riddled with contradictions, hypocrisies and falsehoods, writes Alan Austin. read now...
Sat, 18 Dec 2021 11:00:00 +1000 NSW Government slammed as COVID cases soar
A leading epidemiologic expert has slammed the NSW Government’s COVID-19 “live with the pandemic” plan. read now...
Sat, 18 Dec 2021 15:00:00 +1000 Treatment of asylum seekers is our national shame
The ongoing suffering endured by asylum seekers is a cruelty that can hopefully be erased at the next election. read now...
Sat, 18 Dec 2021 07:00:00 +1000 Anti-lockdown movement rolling over for UAP
Members of the anti-vax movement have been showing support for the United Australia Party, two factions that share similar characteristics. read now...
Fri, 17 Dec 2021 15:00:00 +1000 Coalition pumps more money into keeping Australia 'safe'
The announcement of yet another defence contract reinforces the idea that late capitalism is all to do with destruction read now...
Fri, 17 Dec 2021 11:00:00 +1000 Liberal Party in fear of Independents
Independent candidates in blue ribbon seats promising action on corruption, climate change and the treatment of women have threatened the Liberal Party. read now...
Fri, 17 Dec 2021 09:00:00 +1000 CARTOONS: Mark David makes a good Father Christmas
A step up from beer-chugging, hard hat-wearing, coal-carrying, daggy dad! read now...
Thu, 16 Dec 2021 16:00:00 +1000 WHAT'S ON: Spider-Man: No Way Home — believe the hype
After his identity as Spider-Man is made public, Peter Parker tries to solve the problem but makes matters far worse when villains from parallel universes enter his world. read now...
Thu, 16 Dec 2021 15:00:00 +1000 Labour trafficking of asylum seekers could resume in Australia
As vaccinations have allowed a slow reopening of borders, there is a possibility that asylum seekers will again be exploited by employers in large numbers, writes Dr Abul Rizvi. read now...
Thu, 16 Dec 2021 11:00:00 +1000 University of Sydney plans to cut courses, threatening education standards
Teaching standards are under threat at the University of Sydney, writes Dr Daniel Gregory. read now...
Thu, 09 Dec 2021 15:00:00 +1000 Another year of Coalition Government bites the toxic dust
For what non-self-serving legislation or achievements will this Government be remembered? read now...
Wed, 15 Dec 2021 15:00:00 +1000 Mainstream media is Morrison Government's puppet
Australia is suffering from a lack of journalistic integrity with many news outlets bowing down to the Liberal Party's agenda. read now...
Wed, 15 Dec 2021 11:00:00 +1000 War against China: Sending our kids to the slaughter
If history has taught us anything, it's that war always results in the senseless death of our young. War against China would be catastrophic. read now...
Wed, 15 Dec 2021 09:00:00 +1000 Australia coming in hot to meet England in Adelaide
England might fancy winning the second Ashes Test, but the recent nine-wicket thrashing by in-form captain Pat Cummins and his men suggests Australia will be hard to beat again. read now...
Wed, 15 Dec 2021 07:00:00 +1000 Tony Abbott's NBN plan may have been a better option
With Australia's national broadband service still lagging behind, Paul Budde reflects on what could have been if Tony Abbott had his way. read now...
Tue, 14 Dec 2021 15:00:00 +1000 Alex Antic a poster boy for Australia's Trumpists
Liberal Senator Alex Antic has been siding with America's extreme right wing while slamming Australia's COVID-19 response. read now...
Tue, 14 Dec 2021 16:00:00 +1000 Assange verdict demonstrates tight grip of U.S. legal system
The outcome of Julian Assange's extradition appeal shows how overpowered the British legal system was by that of the United States. read now...
Tue, 14 Dec 2021 11:00:00 +1000 Dutton defamation case an affront to free speech
The Liberal Party is continuing its war on social media with Peter Dutton winning a defamation case over a Twitter comment. read now...
Tue, 14 Dec 2021 07:00:00 +1000 Scott Morrison's ego is killing democracy
The vanity of our Prime Minister along with a complicit mainstream media have destroyed the fabric of democracy. read now...
Mon, 13 Dec 2021 15:00:00 +1000 Neoliberal principles guide journalism in Australia
Journalists have the power to frame reality for audiences, because they set the standards for what is considered "good", "bad", "normal" or "controversial". read now...
Mon, 13 Dec 2021 12:00:00 +1000 Julian Assange trial is political hypocrisy
Given that governments in the past have encouraged whistleblowing, the punishment of Julian Assange is a great hypocrisy. read now...
Fri, 10 Dec 2021 07:00:00 +1000 Australia bows down to America for nuclear submarines
Australia's nuclear submarine program has become less to do with our defence and more about placating the American Government. read now...
Sat, 11 Dec 2021 11:00:00 +1000 New Caledonia to cast final vote on independence
The third independence referendum set for New Caledonia was to be like the last two — but this time had worrying differences. read now...
Sun, 12 Dec 2021 16:00:00 +1000 'Travesty of justice': UK Court rules Assange can be extradited to U.S.
UK human rights activists speak of a “travesty of justice” as the High Court expresses its "trust" in U.S. assurances. read now...
Mon, 13 Dec 2021 07:00:00 +1000 ABC’s Insiders doesn't serve its viewers or the nation
The case for a review of Insiders and sacking its producers, presenter and most regular guests has strengthened as the year has progressed, writes Alan Austin. read now...
Sun, 12 Dec 2021 12:00:00 +1000 Badfinger’s Straight Up album rocks 50 years later
Despite difficulties with their record company and crooked manager, power-pop pioneers Badfinger broke out their landmark Straight Up album in December 1971. read now...
Sun, 12 Dec 2021 08:00:00 +1000 Climate change must inform every financial decision
The conference of parties (COP) met for the 26th time, constituting one of the most important meetings held by the United Nations in recent history. read now...
Sat, 11 Dec 2021 15:00:00 +1000 Banking corruption continues despite parliamentary inquiries
Little has been done to stop white-collar crime in the banking sector despite a number of inquiries and a Royal Commission into fraudulent activity. read now...
Sat, 11 Dec 2021 12:30:00 +1000 JOHN PILGER: U.S. wins extradition appeal against Julian Assange
In a blow to journalism and free speech, the U.S. has won its appeal against the decision not to extradite Julian Assange. read now...
Sat, 11 Dec 2021 07:00:00 +1000 Beijing Olympics boycott is pointless
Several nations have made a stand against China by refusing to send government officials to the Olympics, but it's an ineffectual strategy. read now...
Fri, 10 Dec 2021 15:00:00 +1000 Liberal Party stalling in race to 2022 Election
It seems the Prime Minister is blaming the choice of tyres while ignoring Team L-NP’s overall poor performance. read now...
Fri, 10 Dec 2021 11:00:00 +1000 Government hiding dark secrets of kangaroo industry
The Liberal, National and Labor Parties have ensured the public will never know the findings of an Inquiry into wellbeing of kangaroos. read now...
Fri, 10 Dec 2021 09:00:00 +1000 CARTOONS: Mark David goes to Bathurst
Because nothing says PR for PM like a televised sports race. read now...
Thu, 09 Dec 2021 16:00:00 +1000 Flashback 2019: Kill Bill 4: Suffering under ScoMo
After a defeat in the 2019 Election, Labor is promising to repair the damage done by the Morrison Government, especially with the climate crisis. read now...
Thu, 09 Dec 2021 07:00:00 +1000 The IPA rolls out ugly campaign against the ABC
The Institute of Public Affairs is seeking to harm the ABC's reputation, while questions linger over its own operations and purpose, writes Anthony Klan. read now...
Thu, 09 Dec 2021 11:00:00 +1000 Independents can revolutionise Australian politics
Electing independents is the answer to curing the problems facing Australia's democracy, writes Georgia Steele. read now...
Thu, 02 Dec 2021 07:00:00 +1000 Morrison's sexual harassment dog act trolls women
Managing editor Michelle Pini examines Scott Morrison's claims of parliamentary workplace improvements since the Brittany Higgins rape allegations in February. read now...
Wed, 08 Dec 2021 15:00:00 +1000 Morrison backs Berejiklian for Warringah under cloud of corruption
After having her name tarnished by corruption allegations, Gladys Berejiklian now has the support of Scott Morrison in running for Warringah. read now...
Wed, 08 Dec 2021 11:00:00 +1000 School safety neglected as COVID-19 infections rise
State and federal governments have been rushing children back into schools despite not taking adequate precautions against COVID-19. read now...
Wed, 08 Dec 2021 07:00:00 +1000 Government failing in regional telecommunications
The Federal Government has dropped the ball when it comes to NBN and mobile communications in regional Australia. read now...
Tue, 07 Dec 2021 15:00:00 +1000 Perrottet’s shock population plan to stuff the nation
The reckless determination of the NSW Premier to increase the state's population without solid planning will ultimately add to the climate crisis. read now...
Tue, 07 Dec 2021 11:00:00 +1000 Australia ready for battle against England in first Ashes Test
The biggest and oldest rivalry in world cricket resumes on Wednesday when Australia and England do battle in the first Ashes Test of the summer at the Gabba. read now...
Tue, 07 Dec 2021 07:00:00 +1000 Liberal or Labor, News Corp will back the winning team
Rupert Murdoch's News Corp will shift allegiance to Labor in the event of a 2022 Election win and claim some responsibility for the victory. read now...
Mon, 06 Dec 2021 15:00:00 +1000 Christian Porter and the unedifying end of a damaging political career
Christian Porter left Parliament this week in the same way that he lived his entire life: privileged and certain that any slight against him was unwarranted. read now...
Mon, 06 Dec 2021 11:00:00 +1000 Backing horses: Australia’s questionable Solomon Islands intervention
The history of humanitarian missions is a history of taking sides, disruptive partiality and the forfeiture of the very object powers claim when intervening in another country. read now...
Mon, 06 Dec 2021 07:00:00 +1000 Fact checking Frydenberg's flood of furphies and fabrications
Federal Treasurer Josh Frydenberg is ramping up the falsehoods as an election looms, writes Alan Austin. read now...
Sun, 05 Dec 2021 15:00:00 +1000 America pays to oppose Argentine Packaging Law
With corporate profits being threatened, America has offered bribes to oppose new environmental legislation being proposed in Argentina. read now...
Sun, 05 Dec 2021 12:00:00 +1000 Sexual harassment in Tajikistan: It's rife and largely unchecked
In Tajikistan, like much of the Central Asia region, violence against women is widespread and stems from the highly patriarchal nature of Tajik society. read now...
Sun, 05 Dec 2021 08:00:00 +1000 Why the Coalition must fund COVID treatment for the unvaccinated
Singapore has decided not to fund COVID treatment for its unvaccinated, to increase vaccine take-up, but the Coalition shouldn't replicate this strategy in Australia. read now...
Sat, 04 Dec 2021 11:00:00 +1000 All capitalism 'can do' is destroy our planet
Scott Morrison's new slogan is hypocritically telling us that our planet's saviour from the climate crisis is the very thing destroying it. read now...
Sat, 04 Dec 2021 07:00:00 +1000 Pauline Hanson plunges anti-vax reputation even lower
Between falling victim to COVID-19 and admitting neo-Nazis among their ranks, it seems members of the anti-vax movement have given up caring. read now...
Fri, 03 Dec 2021 15:00:00 +1000 WHAT'S ON: Dune (part one) — spice up your life
The son of a noble family is entrusted with the protection of the most valuable asset and most vital element in the galaxy. read now...
Fri, 03 Dec 2021 07:00:00 +1000 Frydenberg admits to planning Bridget Archer ambush
The ambush of Bridget Archer is the latest incident of poor behaviour from Josh Frydenberg and he’s now admitted that the ambush was preplanned with Scott Morrison. read now...
Fri, 03 Dec 2021 11:00:00 +1000 Pentagon to expand military presence in Australia against China
The U.S. Department of Defence is focusing on building bases in Guam and Australia in an effort to prepare for war against China. read now...
Fri, 03 Dec 2021 09:00:00 +1000 CARTOONS: Omigod. Omicron!
OmicMarketing opportunity! read now...
Thu, 02 Dec 2021 16:00:00 +1000 Flashback 2019: Normalising Scott Morrison
This week, we've seen more harassment and bullying by the Coalition, mostly directed at female MPs such as Jacqui Lambie and Bridget Archer. read now...
Thu, 02 Dec 2021 15:00:00 +1000 PM Morrison: The skipper who won't play with a straight bat
With the PM's ploy of reducing some debate to a cricket analogy, Scott Morrison, the "king of spin", has rebranded being called a liar to make it seem like only a bit of sledging. read now...
Thu, 02 Dec 2021 11:00:00 +1000 Blowing the whistle on umpire abuse
Sporting organisations must do more to look after their umpires' mental health and well-being, with research showing an increase in anxiety and depression for Australian sports officials. read now...
Thu, 25 Nov 2021 07:00:00 +1000 Morrison’s top 10 bare-faced lies
What are a few outright lies between friends, international leaders and the entire nation when you're the Prime Minister? read now...
Wed, 01 Dec 2021 07:00:00 +1000 China increases cyberwar tactics
As tensions continue to rise, China is using cybertechnology to enhance bullying tactics against Western democracies. read now...
Wed, 01 Dec 2021 11:00:00 +1000 Federal insurance scheme needed to revitalise arts sector
A national insurance scheme is key to boosting confidence within the visual arts sector after suffering losses through the pandemic. read now...
Wed, 01 Dec 2021 15:00:00 +1000 Detained refugees denied access to library services
Library services are yet to be provided to refugees detained in a Melbourne facility, despite efforts from librarians and City of Melbourne councillors. read now...
Tue, 30 Nov 2021 11:00:00 +1000 Scott Morrison invents his own polygraph test
Scott Morrison branches out into small business whilst carrying out his duties as prime minister. read now...
Tue, 30 Nov 2021 07:00:00 +1000 Scott Morrison renews crackdown on social media users
Scott Morrison is trying to introduce legislation that will hold social media companies accountable for what he considers harmful content. read now...
Tue, 30 Nov 2021 15:00:00 +1000 Alan Tudge disappoints with new education strategy
A new international education strategy released by the Federal Government is another example of the Liberal Party's failure to plan efficiently. read now...
Mon, 29 Nov 2021 15:00:00 +1000 KERRYN PHELPS: Coalition threatened by Independent movement
Independent politicians, particularly women, are becoming a strong voice against the ineptitude of our Federal Government. read now...
Mon, 29 Nov 2021 11:00:00 +1000 Coalition Government should've already closed our borders to Omicron
Australia needed to close its border to Omicron, the new COVID variant. read now...
Mon, 29 Nov 2021 07:00:00 +1000 Morrison Government notches up 40 'worst on record' economic outcomes
Recent economic data brings the tally of failures in economic management by Prime Minister Morrison and Treasurer Frydenberg to 40, as Alan Austin documents. read now...
Sun, 28 Nov 2021 16:00:00 +1000 People living with disability have a dignified right to sex
Graeme Sparkes reviews a new memoir that explores the bond a mother shares with her son who is living with disability and her resolve to ensure his right to sexual life. read now...
Sun, 28 Nov 2021 12:00:00 +1000 Sexual abuse survival: How one woman's story helped heal another
Dr Jennifer Wilson's own account of sexual abuse survival acknowledges Grace Tame, whose fierce courage in telling her story helped free memories for Wilson that inspired further healing. read now...
Sun, 28 Nov 2021 08:00:00 +1000 Coalition derails Federal ICAC on technicality
The Morrison Government recently managed to scuttle debate of Helen Haines' proposed bill for forming a Federal ICAC by way of a technicality. read now...
Sat, 27 Nov 2021 15:00:00 +1000 Corruption and extremism threaten government legitimacy
The strength of our Federal Government has been diminished by its response to the rise of right-wing extremism and accusations of corruption. read now...
Sat, 27 Nov 2021 11:00:00 +1000 WHAT'S ON: The Wheel of Time — almost magical
A powerful magic wielder takes a group on a perilous journey to discover if one of them might be the one prophesied to defeat a great evil. read now...
Sat, 27 Nov 2021 07:00:00 +1000 Dutton commits to following U.S. into war for Taiwan
Defence Minister Peter Dutton has pledged allegiance to the U.S. in defending Taiwan against attacks from China. read now...