In July 1995, the Srebrenica genocide, where over 8,000 Bosniak Muslim men and boys were systematically killed by Bosnian Serb forces, marked Europe’s worst massacre since World War II. This article reflects on survivors’ accounts, the brutality of the ethnic cleansing, and the ongoing struggle against genocide denial, emphasizing the[Read More…]

The United Nations (UN) has called for sweeping reforms in Australia’s Northern Territory (NT) policing after a coronial inquest into the 2019 fatal shooting of 19-year-old Indigenous man Kumanjayi Walker exposed deep-seated issues. The inquiry revealed troubling allegations of institutional racism and excessive force, prompting urgent demands for change to[Read More…]

A surge in intoxicated and abusive travellers arriving at Australia’s international airports has prompted an urgent plea from the Australian Border Force (ABF) to restore civility and respect. Over the past eight months, ABF officers have faced a disturbing rise in assaults and verbal abuse from passengers, particularly those returning[Read More…]

The Federal Court of Australia is poised to deliver a verdict in the Australian Climate Case, a significant legal challenge led by Torres Strait Islander elders Paul Kabai and Pabai Pabai. Initiated in 2021, the case demands that the Commonwealth take robust action to shield their ancestral lands from climate[Read More…]

A Queensland state inquiry is set to investigate the Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU) over allegations of violence, misogyny, and coercive tactics, following a damning report by barrister Geoffrey Watson SC. The probe aims to uncover the extent of the union’s thuggish behaviour, which has reportedly terrorised workers[Read More…]

The defeat of the Voice to Parliament referendum has opened the door for local councils across Australia to scale back Indigenous rights initiatives, raising concerns about the erosion of hard-won protections. This article explores how the referendum’s failure has emboldened councils to reassess policies tied to Indigenous recognition, the implications[Read More…]

Australia faces a critical shortage of specialised crisis accommodation for victim-survivors of family violence, prompting urgent calls for increased funding to address this growing crisis. With services stretched thin, many women and children escaping abuse are left without safe havens, highlighting a systemic failure to prioritise their safety and recovery.[Read More…]

Australia’s first Indigenous-led truth-telling inquiry, the Yoorrook Justice Commission (YJC), has sparked renewed calls for nationwide inquiries into historical and ongoing injustices against First Nations people, with key figures insisting the push for accountability will not fade. The YJC’s final report, tabled in Victoria’s parliament in July 2025, exposed systemic[Read More…]

The Punkaliyarra project, led by Big hART, a non-profit arts and social change organization, is empowering First Nations women by fostering cultural exchange and leadership across Australia. Connecting women from diverse regions, including Roebourne and Yuin country, this initiative highlights their vital role in preserving tradition and driving community progress,[Read More…]

The remote community of Yuendumu, Northern Territory (NT), remains gripped by grief and frustration as deaths in custody continue to plague its people. Despite coronial findings exposing systemic issues, including racism within the NT Police, the community’s calls for reform and self-determination remain largely unanswered. This article explores the ongoing[Read More…]