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Australian Political Futures: Tail Winds for Change in 2028?

29 October 2026 Denis Bright 4

Delivering the Bernie Fraser Oration just a few days before the brutal attacks on Dr. Helen Haines in Wangaratta, Treasurer Chalmers preempted the need for greater tolerance in our national political discussions. The social tensions […]

Why The AFL Premiers Should Govern The Country!

29 October 2026 Rossleigh 5

When it comes to choosing the government, it’s not always the party (or parties) with the best ideas that wins. Often it’s the party with the most convincing arguments. I say “most convincing” and not […]

Unmasked Agendas: Macron, Youth Protests and Blocking Social Media

29 October 2026 Dr Binoy Kampmark 1

Finally, the ill-fitting mask on the ugly face of government policy comes off. In the sunset of his administration, French President Emmanuel Macron is facing a boiling, indignant movement that began with the protests of […]

$300,000 awarded to promote dementia awareness in diverse communities

29 October 2026 AIMN Editorial 0

Dementia Australia Media Release Dementia Australia has today announced the recipients of its 2026 Diversity Small Grant program with more than $300,000 going to 11 Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander and culturally and linguistically diverse community […]

Respectful Parliament and a Better Question Time

29 October 2026 AIMN Editorial 3

By Denis Hay Description A respectful parliament needs honest debate, truthful political advertising and clear proof that promises become results. Imagine watching Question Time because you want an answer about a service your community needs. […]

A Rotten Tree: Shaping Reality to Fit the Theory

29 October 2026 Dr Andrew Klein, PhD 9

A plumber does not begin with a theory of water. He begins with the pipe, the pressure, the blockage, and the laws of physics that do not negotiate. If he arrived with a framework that […]

The Two Faces of Gadi Eisenkot, Who Could Be Israel’s PM

28 October 2026 AIMN Editorial 3

By Dr Dan Steinbock In international media, PM Netanyahu’s adversary Gadi Eisenkot has been portrayed as a centrist voice. That’s part of his track-record. But he is also the architect of the Obliteration Doctrine that […]

Found Dead: How the Style Guide Covers Genocide

28 October 2026 David Tyler 4

A senior keeper of the words explains why territories are disputed, why Palestine is a special-occasion word and why, in the last three years, almost 300 dead journalists were simply found. Dawe: Thanks for coming […]

Watch Your Mouth: Mbappé, Mao and Cancellation

28 October 2026 Dr Binoy Kampmark 4

It has become evident over the years that sports stars, and for that matter anyone in sports venturing an opinion perceived to be remotely controversial, is to be gagged and subject to execration, sustained derision […]

Protecting Consumers

28 October 2026 AIMN Editorial 3

By Prof Allan Fels AO Outline: Consumer protection The best form of consumer protection is competition. Under competition, consumers are in charge. They choose what they want, at the best prices, quality, and service. […]

Social licence for AUKUS lacking as Public Inquiry report and recommendations due

28 October 2026 AIMN Editorial 10

The Public Inquiry into AUKUS Social licence for AUKUS lacking as Public Inquiry report and recommendations due The Lead Commissioner of Australia’s independent, crowdfunded Public Inquiry into AUKUS has warned the Federal Government about growing […]