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Last year, a group of protesters stood outside Pine Gap, 20 kms southwest of Alice Springs, to condemn Israel’s attacks on Palestine civilians. This week, the charged protesters were set to attend court in Alice Springs, however, they were postponed as new evidence was presented a day before the hearings. The community organised a vigil, …
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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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Former Labour Senator and now Independent, Fatima Payman, has told the Community Radio sector that she feels sentiment is shifting in the Labor Party after the New South Wales conference carried a vote to recognise Palestine as a sovereign state. The 29-year-old Senator for Western Australia recently quit the party in Canberra after she voted …
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A political storm followed the ALP Senator for Western Australia, Fatima Payman. She broke party ranks and voted for Greens bill for official recognition of the state of Palestine. Crossing the floor is not new in parliament, however, the Australian Labor Party tends to take a dim view of members who vote against party policy …
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Encampments and protests are happening around the world in response to the situation happening in Gaza, a response that has been seen in Australia as well. At The University of Queensland and Melbourne University, such encampments have popped up demanding changes from their institutions and reforming of investments. Other camps have erected however in response …
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As the conflict in Gaza continues to escalate, communities across Australia are doing what they can to support Palestinians fleeing their homes. Mums for Palestine Meanjin is hosting a children’s market in West End, on April 27, with market stalls and kids’ workshops, the funds raised will go towards flights and basic necessities for families …
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Protests from the community demanding a ceasefire in Gaza continue across the country. This week, Adelaide had a rally, and President of the Australia Palestine Advocacy Network Nasser Mashni attended as a speaker. As APAN’s first President with a Palestinian background, the conflict is close to him, and says Australia needs to act more on …
Muslims around the world will be observing the end of the holy month of Ramadan with Eid. However, for many Muslim tomorrow is no day to celebrate. Over 33000 Palestinians have been murdered in Gaza since October 7 last year, and thousand’s are still missing and displaced. I spoke with Uncle Ihab, Palestinian advocate about …