Politics Archives

Man in a suit looking thoughtfully at an outdoor event.

Tim Wilson and popcorn sales

16 May 2025 Michael Taylor 17

The drama is heating up with the Goldstein seat turning into quite the rollercoaster. Tim Wilson, who confidently declared victory over teal independent Zoe Daniel after a tight count, is now sweating as postal votes […]

Tim Wilson speaks at the Australian Libertarian Society and Australian Taxpayers' Alliance 2015 conference on "property rights as human rights."

Conservatives: “The Voting System Is Unfair If We Lose”!

15 May 2025 Rossleigh 6

‘After the election, Labor is now emboldened. And their objective is to inflict tax violence on wealth and deliver revenue for their spending agenda while crowing they’re balancing the budget from the blood they can […]

Map highlighting Australia between China and the US with a cautionary title.

Why Australia Risks Becoming a Pawn Between China and U.S.

15 May 2025 AIMN Editorial 6

By Denis Hay Description Australia risks becoming a pawn between China and the U.S. We must choose obedience to the empire or true sovereignty. Here’s what’s at stake. China, the U.S., and Us: Australia at […]

Two elderly men in suits engaged in a serious conversation.

Explaining The Election Result To My Wife…

14 May 2025 Rossleigh 4

My wife was expressing some amazement at the size of Labor’s win in the election result so I decided to give her one of my analogies to help her understand exactly what had happened. “It’s […]

Two formally dressed individuals walking outdoors, with a naval officer in the background.

Sussan Ley’s Liberal Leadership Triumph: Did Trump’s Shadow Sink Taylor?

13 May 2025 Michael Taylor 12

Sussan Ley’s defeat of Angus Taylor (29 votes to 25) in the Liberal Party leadership race has set tongues wagging. With Ted O’Brien clinching the deputy role over Phillip Thompson, Jacinta Price’s last-minute withdrawal from […]

Smiling middle-aged woman outdoors with a natural background.

Monash expert: Sussan Ley named new Liberal leader

13 May 2025 AIMN Editorial 4

Monash University Media Release Member for Farrer Sussan Ley has today been named new Liberal leader, after former leader Peter Dutton lost his seat of Dickson in last weekend’s federal election. Dr Blair Williams, Lecturer […]

Road sign instructing drivers to keep left.

My Open Letter to Progressives in Labor, the Greens and Climate 200

13 May 2025 AIMN Editorial 6

By Callen Sorensen Karklis In mid-2025, Australia’s Labor Party secured its most resounding federal election victory in history, capturing up to 92 seats in the House of Representatives. The Greens, while retaining 12 seats in […]

Smiling elderly man and middle-aged woman outdoors on a sunny day.

A Reflective Assessment of Goldstein’s MPs Through the Lens of Moral Disengagement

11 May 2025 AIMN Editorial 4

Election 2025 – Ethical Reflections on Our MPs – past and present- and Democratic Duty By Sue Barrett As we wait with anticipation for the final count in the 2025 Australian federal election, the Goldstein […]

A woman with long dark hair and silver earrings smiling softly.

From the Archives: Meet Sky After Dark’s Voice to Parliament

11 May 2025 AIMN Editorial 11

An article by Kaye Lee on our old site from June 2, 2022 has been attracting a lot of readers over the past few days. Due to its popularity, we’re republishing it here. We trust […]

Snoopy campaigns for president in a playful vintage poster.

Political Futures: Time to Ditch Vacuous Narcissistic Promo Politics

10 May 2025 Denis Bright 6

After countless risky episodes during the recent election campaign, Australians warmed to the need for continuity in Labor’s commitment to a sustainable and caring social .market as the better option. Such positive terms triumphed over […]

Three people on stage holding hands, celebrating.

2025 Federal Election Analysis – Lessons for Greens and Coalition

10 May 2025 AIMN Editorial 6

By Callen Sorensen Karklis Despite fierce criticism from conservative media aimed at the Albanese Labor Government since 2022, particularly in the lead-up to the 2025 Federal election, Anthony Albanese secured a landslide victory, marking Labor’s […]

A man speaking at a podium with "Building Australia's Future" signs.

Labor has an opportunity to bring on significant change

9 May 2025 John Lord 0

Labor has an opportunity for significant change, but it would require a substantial commitment, spanning two or more terms to fully realise the potential. While some initiatives could be achieved more swiftly, it’s crucial to […]

Man speaking passionately at a podium with a political message banner.

2025: The year that redefined Australian politics

9 May 2025 Michael Taylor 2

Introduction The 2025 federal election has rewritten Australia’s political script, with the Albanese government securing a resounding mandate – though perhaps more a rejection of Peter Dutton’s prime ministerial bid than a full embrace of […]

Adam Bandt and another person at a political event in Melbourne.

Vale Peter Dutton And RIP The Liberal Party…

8 May 2025 Rossleigh 4

Well, there have been quite a bit of commentary on how gracious the ex-Opposition leader was in defeat. I’d have to say that some people found it surprising given his total lack of grace throughout […]

People jogging near a modern building with a wind turbine in the background.

From our archives: Tim Wilson epitomises so many things that are wrong with the Morrison government

8 May 2025 AIMN Editorial 8

Following Tim Wilson’s unexpected election victory, we’ve seen a surge in views for our Tim Wilson articles on our old site, with Kaye Lee’s piece from May 16, 2021, drawing the most attention. Due to […]

The Australian Independent Media Network

The AIMN is an online platform that provides a space for citizen and public interest journalists to engage in and contribute to independent media, focusing on politics, democracy, environment, and identity.

Politics