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20 Mar 2015

Moss Review Released: Finds No Evidence Of Misconduct By Save The Children Workers

Max Chalmers

In the shadow of the death of a Coalition giant, who quit the party over its treatement of asylum seeker policies, the Government has finally released the Moss review.

vale malcolm fraser

20 Mar 2015

Malcolm Fraser: A Political Obituary

Ben Eltham

How will Malcolm Fraser be remembered? For his life in politics, or his activism post-political life? Ben Eltham charts the rise and passing of a giant.

vale malcolm fraser

20 Mar 2015

Six Of The Best Malcolm Fraser Quotes On Refugees And Immigration

Max Chalmers

It’s unusual to hear Australian politicians speak up for refugees, but Fraser did it often, especially in his post-politics years, writes Max Chalmers.

nuclear energy

20 Mar 2015

Nuclear Royal Commission in SA Underway, But The Politics Is Far From Settled

Thom Mitchell

Does South Australia have a nuclear energy/waste future? The matter is now being thrashed out at a Royal Commission. Thom Mitchell reports.

BREAKING NEWS

20 Mar 2015

Malcolm Fraser Dies Aged 84

Thom Mitchell

The Prime Minister responsible for one of the most controversial handovers of power in Australian history has passed away.

ABORIGINAL AFFAIRS

19 Mar 2015

Even Cyclones, Heat And Snow Didn't Stop Thousands Joining Protests Against Remote Community Closures

Amy McQuire

You don't 'Close the Gap' by closing remote Aboriginal communities, say protestors from around the nation.

ANALYSIS

19 Mar 2015

If Senate Defeat Is Christopher Pyne's Idea Of 'Fixing It', What Does Wrecking Higher Ed Look Like?

Ben Eltham

To answer the question, it looks suspiciously like the kind of reforms Pyne was advocating in the first place.

Help us!

19 Mar 2015

Loyal New Matilda Readers, We Need Guinea Pigs!

New Matilda

Are you a regular NM reader and got a couple of hours spare this Saturday, 21 March? Want to help shape the future of your favourite website? We need you… to conduct some experiments on!

feature

8 Mar 2015

Dumping On Bulga: How The NSW Government Abandoned An Entire Town To Big Coal

Thom Mitchell

A small NSW village's fight for survival has been undermined by a government determined to expand its hunt for coal. Thom Mitchell reports.

OPINION

6 Mar 2015

Marcia Langton Should Go Back To The Drawing Board On Mining Agreement Praise

Dave Sweeney

Declaring mining agreements a success in Aboriginal communities after reviewing less than two percent of agreements seems a stretch, writes Dave Sweeney.

ANALYSIS

5 Mar 2015

Christopher Pyne's Flip-Flop Folly Around Fee Deregulation

Richard Hil

The Abbott Government’s university fee deregulation reforms are falling apart, which is not a bad thing argues Richard Hil.

ANALYSIS

25 Feb 2015

The Man Behind The Men Behind Westconnex

Wendy Bacon

New Matilda contributing editor Wendy Bacon explores the faces behind the controversial project that has stirred passions in Sydney's inner west.

NEWS

24 Feb 2015

'No Answers' At Hostile Community Westconnex Meeting

Thom Mitchell

As popularity contests go, Westconnex - a proposed new tollway linking the west with the city of Sydney - is about as well liked as a carcinogen. Thom Mitchell explains.

advertorial

22 Feb 2015

Will Your Money Last As Long As You Do?

New Matilda

The first person who will live to 150 years old is already alive. Which means you better start thinking about how you’ll pay for your retirement.

environment

17 Feb 2015

The Leard's Last Stand: Protestors Gather For Final Effort To Save Iconic Woodland

Thom Mitchell

The final battle to save a rare stand of Australian woodland is underway. Thom Mitchell reports from the Leard State Forest.

OPINION

15 Mar 2015

Reflections On My Assault, One Year Ago Today

Lucy Watson

Lucy Watson's experience of assault shows how violence and gender can keep women afraid while delegitimising their fear.

ANALYSIS

15 Mar 2015

Peter Dutton's Reign Of Terror: When Too Much Inhumane Degrading Treatment Is Never Enough

Michael Brull

The ghost of Scott Morrison may live on in the halls of our detention centres. But there's a new boss in town, and he's hit the ground running.

NEWS

13 Mar 2015

Domestic Violence Victims In NT Could Face Court Alone After Abbott Funding Cuts, Says Legal Group

Amy McQuire

Aboriginal women likely to be left particularly devastated, with child removal rates and housing security also impacted.

NEWS

13 Mar 2015

'Refugee Camp' For Aboriginal People Moved Off Remote Communities Ordered To Close

Amy McQuire

Pressure is being placed on a Perth camp established to give shelter to Aboriginal people forced off their land by the Barnett government.

asylum seekers

8 Mar 2015

Sanitary Pads 'A Fire Hazard': The Realities Of Life For Mothers And Children On Nauru

Pamela Curr and Brigid Arthur

While the government shoots the messenger over the Forgotten Children report, the abuse continues on Nauru, write Pamela Curr and Sister Brigid Arthur.

OPINION

6 Mar 2015

Just Like Mariam

Lydia Shelly

A stunning speech from Lydia Shelly, delivered to the NSW Greens International Women's Day Breakfast in Sydney yesterday.

NEWS

6 Mar 2015

An Open Letter Pleading Joko Widodo For Clemency, From Stephen Keim SC

Stephen Keim

Stephen Keim represented Mohamed Haneef, wrongly accused of terrorism. Here, he writes to the Indonesian President.

OPINION

6 Mar 2015

Ever Seen A Drug Dog At The Opera? The Mardi Gras Is A Whole Other Story

David Shoebridge

Police routinely use drug detection dogs to target marginalised communities. Expect them out in force at Saturday's Mardi Gras.

AN APPEAL TO OUR READERS

8 Feb 2015

An Open Letter From Ed: We're Back In Court, And We Really Need Your Help

Chris Graham

We have a dream and some of it is fit for publication. So read on, dear New Matildan, and find out how you can be part of it!

editorial

1 Feb 2015

Anniversary Of The Liberation Of Auschwitz Death Camps Worth Remembering

New Matilda

We must always acknowledge the atrocities of our collective past, regardless of the perpetrators of our current abuses.

editorial

29 Jan 2015

In 2014 We Upset A Few People. We're Really Sorry We Couldn’t Get To Everyone

New Matilda

One of the downsides of small publishing is that you can never expose ALL the folk you think deserve it. Patience is the key.

editorial

21 Jan 2015

It's Been Almost Two Months Since We've Seen The Inside Of A Courtroom

New Matilda

There have been some exciting things going on at New Matilda over the break. Here's a little of what we have planned for readers in 2015.

editorial

5 Dec 2014

An Open Letter To Readers From Amy McQuire

Amy McQuire

Why I write for New Matilda, and why we need your support.

NEW MATILDA INVESTIGATION

17 Oct 2014

Editorial: What We Really Learn From The Racist Rants Of Professor Barry Spurr

New Matilda

Professor Spurr’s views are more than a disturbing case of antiquated thinking in the ivory tower - it's time to tackle the tough questions on elite racism and public policy.

editorial

5 Oct 2014

Abbott Was A Wrecker In Opposition; Who's Surprised He's A Wrecker In Office?

Chris Graham

Tony Abbott is prepared to threaten Australian lives and national safety for his own personal gain. And Labor is prepared to support him.

editorial

25 Sep 2014

Join New Matilda's War On 'The War On Terror, Common Sense And Reason'

New Matilda

If you haven't subscribed to New Matilda yet, now's a good time!

NEWS

21 Mar 2015

Protests Against Indefinite Mandatory Detention In Australia Go Global

Chris Graham

A group of Australian expats have begun a movement to promote world-wide protest against Australia’s treatment of asylum seekers.

climate change

19 Mar 2015

Climate Council Issues Fresh Warnings In Wake Of Vanuatu Devastation

Thom Mitchell

With dozens killed in Vanuatu, many more missing and tens of thousands left homeless, the Climate Council has released a report today on climate change.

OPINION

18 Mar 2015

Vanuatu Devastated, Just Don't Mention The Climate Change

Richard Hil

While Cyclone Pam was bearing down on the tiny island nation, its president was at a conference in Japan, pleading for action on climate change.

climate change

8 Mar 2015

UN Report Predicts African Disaster Even If We Keep Global Warming To 2 Degrees

Thom Mitchell

The latest science on climate changes suggests Africa is facing a serious threat. But it's also threatening a lot closer to home, writes Thom Mitchell.

OPINION

22 Feb 2015

The Battle For The Leard Just The Start Of A Much Bigger Movement

Thom Mitchell

Climate change may be the greatest threat facing our nation, but nothing, it seems, will dissuade the Baird government from appoving big coal. Thom Mitchell weighs in.

explainer

22 Feb 2015

Climate Council Answers Your FAQs On All Things Cyclone Marcia

Will Steffen

It’s a hell of a storm, but nothing compared to what’s coming if we don’t make efforts to halt climate change. Professor Will Steffen explains.

nuclear debate

21 Feb 2015

Nuclear Energy Is Dirty, Unsafe And Uneconomic: Environmental Scientist

Mark Diesendorf

The announcement of a Royal Commission in South Australia into nuclear energy is a waste of time and money, says Dr Mark Diesendorf.

NEWS

19 Feb 2015

Crying Cops And Activists Up Trees: The Last Ditch Effort To Save The Leard

Thom Mitchell

The clearing has started, but activists and traditional owners are fighting on.

open letter

9 Mar 2015

Another Open Letter From Chris Graham: Please Help My Friend Ethan McCord

Chris Graham

The United States soldier filmed in the infamous ‘Collateral Murder’ video defying orders and helping to save the life of two Iraqi children needs your help.

BREAKING NEWS

2 Mar 2015

BREAKING NEWS: Video Goes Viral of Fresh US Police Shooting Of Unarmed Black Man

New Matilda

Already heightened tensions in the US between police and the black community are about to be inflamed even further, with shocking footage of a new police shooting emerging today.

ESSAY

2 Mar 2015

John Pilger On Why The Rise Of Fascism Is The Issue

John Pilger

As the world tilts once more towards war - this time in Ukraine - our responsibility is clear: to become informed, and to not collude with the warmongers, writes John Pilger.

OPINION

18 Feb 2015

An Indonesian Perspective: Australia Must Respect Our Penalty For Drug Trafficking

Muhammad Zulfikar Rakhmat and Mediaa Wahyudi Askar

Indonesians have a different view on some crimes, explains Muhammad Zulfikar Rakhmat and Mediaa Wahyudi Askar.

ANALYSIS

16 Feb 2015

Jokowi And The Death Penalty: Why Chan And Sukumaran Are Doomed

Jarrah Sastrawan

Indonesia's president is motivated by an ideology of state power and a deep moral conservatism, not concern for his personal image.

OPINION

14 Feb 2015

The State of Palestine

Stuart Rees

The dream of a homeland for Palestinians requires honesty and effort from inside and outside Gaza and the West Bank, writes Stuart Rees.

ANALYSIS

7 Feb 2015

Yes, ISIS Burned A Man Alive: White Americans Did The Same Thing To Black People By The Thousands

Chauncey DeVega

The outrage is understandable. But the US has its own dark past, writes Chauncey DeVega.

ESSAY

7 Feb 2015

Deadlock: Assange vs Sweden, Who Will Take The Next Step?

Johan Lidberg

As a story, the stand off between Julian Assange and the Swedish justice system has it all: David against Goliath, conflict and conspiracy, sex and tragedy.

appeal to readers

16 Mar 2015

The Mainstream Media Refuse To Do Their Job, So New Matilda Needs Your Help To Do It For Them

Chris Graham

Not a single media outlet in the country has reported the explosive revelations from the leaked Moss review transcripts.

editorial

8 Mar 2015

Open Letter: Please Help Us Keep New Matilda Punching On

Chris Graham

Our occasional pitch to readers to help keep us chasing the big stories.

NEWS

27 Feb 2015

SBS Head Michael Ebeid Defends NITV News Changes

Amy McQuire

At a meeting with staff, Ebeid said the changes were inspired by ratings research.

24 Feb 2015

WIN WIN WIN One Of 10 Copies Of Pride, The Smash-Hit British Film (Paid Subscribers Only)

New Matilda

Courtesy of eOne, New Matilda has 10 copies of PRIDE on DVD to giveaway. Look inside for entry details.

Brian Johnstone 1950 - 2015

24 Feb 2015

The Life Of Brian: A Eulogy From His Loving Daughter

Faith Gamarra

A final farewell from a precious daughter to a much loved dad.

Brian Johnstone 1950 - 2015

18 Feb 2015

The Life Of Brian: A Dearly Loved Friend

Robert Collins

Brian Johnstone was cool. But even better, he was a dear friend. Robert Collins pays tribute.

TWO DOUBLE PASSES UP FOR GRABS

17 Feb 2015

WIN! One Of Two Double Passes To The Brilliant Nakkiah Lui's Kill the Messenger

New Matilda

Paid New Matilda subscribers have the chance to WIN one of TWO DOUBLE PASSES to the smash new play at Sydney’s Belvoir Theatre, ‘Kill the Messenger’.

Brian Johnstone 1950 - 2015

13 Feb 2015

The Life Of Brian: The Best Of Men, The Best Of Friends

Mark Heward

Mark Heward pays tribute to a man who, more than any other, gave voice to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander aspirations.

satire

21 Mar 2015

The Official Minutes Of The Tony Abbott Ladies' Auxiliary Catholiphate

Liz Conor

They came, they're sore, but they supported one of the World's Great Minister's For Women. That's all that matters.

satire

18 Mar 2015

Mathew Kenneally's World Of Kale Comes Crashing Down

Mathew Kenneally

Turns out diet books are just fads. Who'd have thought it? Not Mathew Kenneally, apparently.

politics

26 Feb 2015

Get Thee Behind Me And Tony Abbott And Freedom

Mathew Kenneally

You love freedom. I love freedom. We all love freedom. Tony Abbott, not so much.

satire

17 Feb 2015

We're Calling It: Professor Gillian Triggs Is A C-Word

Mathew Kenneally

Someone has to say it. And it's Mathew Kenneally, who finds the courage to go where no man - with the exception of every male Coalition MP - has ever gone before.

exclusive

10 Feb 2015

Nothing But Bush? Basil Has My Full Support

Joshua Dabelstein

When Joshua Dabelstein gave birth to a herb named Tony, he never reckoned on the pain the young plant would inflict.

BREAKING NEWS

8 Feb 2015

Ebola Overtakes Leukemia As Most Preferred Prime Minister

Joshua Dabelstein

As D-Day, crunch time, the moment of truth, zero hour and high noon all approach at once, a new contender has emerged in the race for The Lodge.

OPINION

19 Jan 2015

What Can A Small L Inner City Liberal To Do To Win The War On Terror?

Mathew Kenneally

Mathew Kenneally stands ready to join the brave foot soldiers in the Never-ending War On Terror. He just needs some direction.

exclusive

12 Jan 2015

How Much Can A Paddington Bear In His Quest To Subvert Our Borders And Values?

Jake Lynch

If they can't keep us safe from a immigration-dodging brown bear, how will they ever stop the terrorists. So wonders Whitey Smith, a young Liberal Immigration spokesman*.