Does Abolishing DEI Reinforce the Status Quo? Australia in Focus
Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion initiatives open opportunities for marginalised people and contribute to a more equitable society.
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July 15, 2025
Australian Aborigines / Australian Federal Police / Commonwealth Ombudsman / Discrimination/Racism / Former Commissioner / Racism
Ombudsman Reports on Poor Complaints Management by the AFP
Complaints management by the Australian Federal Police is a farce, according to the Commonwealth Ombudsman.
July 13, 2025
The Complex Landscape of Antisemitism and Multiculturalism in Australia
The very arguments posed against the Voice to Parliament demonstrate the hypocrisy of those advocating for antisemitism laws.
July 12, 2025
Crucified on the Christian Road
They came with sails of certainty, Salt winds singing of elsewhere gods, Boots heavy on dreaming lands. A cross in hand—a spear of wood – Beneath its shadow, stories dimmed…
July 11, 2025
Accountability / Australian Aborigines / Discrimination/Racism / First Nations/Indigenous / Law Enforcement / Police / Racism
Systemic Racism, Police Violence and Indigenous Representation in Australia
Aboriginal people are disproportionately targeted by police, with few being brought to justice.
July 11, 2025
Billy and the Epic Escape: Cultural Misrepresentation and Literary Power
Literature must empower Indigenous people by allowing them to tel their own stories, rather than reinforcing marginalisation.
July 10, 2025
Accountability / ACT Government / Australian Aborigines / Australian Federal Police / Corruption / Discrimination/Racism / Equality / First Nations/Indigenous / Government / Law Enforcement / Racism
Indigenous Incarceration in the ACT: Systemic Bias and Just-us
Over-representation of Indigenous people in the ACT's criminal justice system is indicative of systemic bias in the AFP and lack of accountability.
July 9, 2025
Accountability / Australian Aborigines / Discrimination/Racism / First Nations/Indigenous / Law Enforcement / Northern Territory
Kumanjayi Walker Inquest and the Urgent Need for Police Reform
The coroner's findings of racism within the Northern Territory Police highlight the dangers to Indigenous people and the urgent need for reform.
July 8, 2025
Identity Politics and Fragmented Social Cohesion in the West
Redefining national identity to include people of diverse backgrounds will bolster social cohesion to overcome democratic divisions.
July 7, 2025
Australia: A Tolerant Nation in Need of Unity
Australians should work toward building social cohesion and strengthening our multicultural bonds.
July 6, 2025
The Last World Emperor: Origin, Theology and Contemporary Relevance
Guarding against the misuse of the Last Emperor narrative can prevent conflict and destruction in the future.
July 1, 2025
The Media, Wedge Issues and the Battle Over Ideas in Australia
Education is intended to equip students to navigate a complex world, not to battle out ideologies.
June 30, 2025
The Myth of Meritocracy: Privilege, Power and Inequality in Australian Society
Privilege and systemic inequality make a mockery of the concept of meritocracy, requiring bold reforms.
June 29, 2025
Accountability / ACT Government / Australian Aborigines / Australian Federal Police / Commonwealth Government / Corruption / Discrimination/Racism / First Nations/Indigenous / Government / Justice / Racism / White Australia
Silent Zombies: The Death of the Rule of Law in Australia
A government tolerating manipulation of legal evidence cannot be expected to protect investors litigating against the Commonwealth in the ACT.
June 27, 2025
The Suppression of Pro-Palestinian Speech in Australia: A New Wave of Cancel Culture
Fostering an environment in which criticism does not lead to accusations of antisemitism is necessary to ensure genuine free speech.
June 26, 2025
Accountability / ACT Government / Australian Aborigines / Australian Federal Police / Discrimination/Racism / First Nations/Indigenous / Human Rights / Mental Health / Racism
Whistleblowing: The Cost of Workplace Failure in ACT Treasury
ACT Treasury's Director Corporate Services demonstrated an extreme lack of integrity and acumen in managing the vilification of the Indigenous Commissioner for Revenue.
June 17, 2025
Australian Aborigines / Culture / Discrimination/Racism / Equality / First Nations/Indigenous / Government / Racism / Refugees / Shared humanity / Stolen Generation / White Australia
Racism and Multicultural Policies in Australia: Forging Unity Through Equality
Overcoming racism in Australia is possible by accepting cultural diversity as our strength.
June 14, 2025
Australian Aborigines / Discrimination/Racism / First Nations/Indigenous / Justice / Law Enforcement / Racism / Rule of Law
The Erosion of the Rule of Law in Australia: Systemic Inequities and Indigenous Legal Challenges
Legal complexity, discretionary enforcement and systemic biases have created an environment where justice is unevenly administered.
June 13, 2025
Accountability / Discrimination/Racism / Human Rights / International Law / Justice / Rule of Law / United Nations
Investigation, Prosecution and Universal Jurisdiction: The Legacy of Nuremberg
Individual responsibility and universal jurisdiction are the positive legacies of Nuremberg upon which justice must continue to stand.
June 12, 2025
Comparing Charles Carroll’s Biblical Interpretations and Views of Black People with Israeli Views of Palestinians
Attitudes toward Palestinians by Israelis are more nuanced than those demonstrated at the turn of the twentieth century, showing potential for a positive shift in dialogue.
June 11, 2025