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Suspended Senator Lidia Thorpe calls for inquiry into racism in Parliament House

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It was an intense final session of the year at Parliament House, with many bills passed and deals made amongst parties. Senator Lidia Thorpe again made headlines last week, having been suspended from Parliament following a confrontation with Pauline Hanson. Senator Thorpe says the Senate has punished her for speaking out against racism.   Produced …

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Australia and Allies’ 21-day ceasefire proposal rejected by Netanyahu

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Israel’s increasing bombardment of Lebanon has put higher pressure on the Australian government to adhere to international law.  Alongside the United States, France and a few others, Australia has called for an immediate 21-day ceasefire across the border of the two countries.  Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz has rejected the call for a ceasefire, while …

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Aus government urged to do more as local councils lead the way to net zero: national report

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Australian councils are taking climate action into their own hands, with a new report showing they are outpacing the federal government in setting ambitious targets.  Released today ahead of the Better Futures Forum, the 2024 Australian Local Government Climate Review reveals that although largely under-resourced, nearly 90% of surveyed councils aim for net-zero emissions by …

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The line between negative political campaigns and racism

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Negative political campaigns targeting opponents in the lead up to elections are common. But where’s the line between negative campaigns and racism? Brisbane’s Former Greens Mayoral candidate Jonathan Sriranganathan claims this happened to him, as the only person of colour to run for Mayor. Image: Jonathan Sriranganathan claims some of the LNP narrative about him …

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Program Empowering Diverse Women in Australian Politics sees Success

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Women with diverse backgrounds are still underrepresented across all levels of government in Australian politics. However, a program offered by the Queensland University of Technology has proven successful in its efforts to address the gap. At Queensland’s last local government election, thirteen of the program’s graduates won seats. Image: Cr. Faraj, 22, is the only …

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Independent MP speaks on Dutton’s Election Promise to Defund EDO

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Last week, Opposition Leader Peter Dutton promised to defund the Environmental Defenders Office if the coalition wins next year’s federal election. The EDO is an environmental legal centre, running litigation and offering legal support in climate change and environmental cases.  The election promise follows recent criticism of the EDO’s conduct in court regarding witness coaching, …

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