The Latest Breaking News on Indigenous Australia

Trump-style social media vetting a 'phenomenal waste'

Coalition plans to screen visa applicants' social media have been criticised as unrealistic due to the huge numbers of people applying for entry each month.

AAP · Apr 14

‘Debased himself’ and risking Australia’s reputation: Liberals torn up about Taylor’s Trumpian immigration plan

Howard-era former minister Amanda Vanstone criticises parts of hardline policy but backs English language requirement

The Guardian - AU · Apr 14

Take heart, Keir Starmer – Australia’s PM faced similarly dim prospects, and he triumphed

The Labour party could benefit from Reform’s association with an unpopular US president – but only if it learns to connect again with voters, says Tim Soutphommasane, professor in political theory at the University of Oxford

The Guardian - UK · Apr 14

Threatening anti-Indian graffiti found outside New Zealand school; Indian MP slams it ‘vile and cowardly’

New Zealand police has launched an investigation after a racist graffiti threatning 'All Indians' was discovered outside a school gate in Auckland. The incident is said to have triggered widespread outrage and concern among community leaders and residents.

The Times of India · Apr 14

Trailblazing Labor senator hailed after sudden death

The prime minister has led the tributes for trailblazing Northern Territory senator Trish Crossin who fought for First Nations' and women's rights.

AAP · Apr 14

New minister has 'no regrets' over ex-CFMEU boss ties

A state government cabinet pick has shrugged off concerns about her association with an ex-union boss, declaring she doesn't ditch mates in tough times.

AAP · Apr 14

Tourists to Australia would have social media accounts vetted under Trumpian Coalition plan

In hardline rhetoric, opposition leader Angus Taylor also says ‘many’ prospective migrants would be a ‘net drain’ on the country

The Guardian - AU · Apr 13

'Spray it': woman bailed after allegedly helping gunman

A woman accused of calling a rideshare for a gunman who peppered a home with bullets during a drive-by has been bailed to attend a drug rehabilitation centre.

AAP · Apr 13

Barnaby Joyce says criminals need ‘redemption’ after Pauline Hanson sacks convicted rapist

Liberal senator James Paterson had called decision by One Nation to rehire Sean Black ‘absolutely extraordinary’

The Guardian - AU · Apr 12

Epic battle over Epic Country as NGA exhibition opens

As the exhibition at the centre of "white hands on black art" allegations opens, the damage wrought on an Aboriginal-run art collective becomes clear.

AAP · Apr 10