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Mandatory jail for terror risks 'serious injustice'

Australians from vulnerable communities could be disproportionately harmed by laws that introduce mandatory jail time for some terror offences, experts warn.

AAP · Feb 6, 2025

AFP boss questioned about PM’s knowledge of Dural caravan – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU · Feb 5, 2025

Call for 'data diplomacy' with China after DeepSeek ban

Chinese AI platform DeepSeek has been banned from government use over security concerns, but experts say more must be done to protect Australians' information.

AAP · Feb 4, 2025

Penny Wong reportedly chastised by Israeli foreign affairs minister over Australia’s stance on Gaza war

The Israeli foreign affairs minister, Gideon Sa’ar, reportedly claimed Australia distanced itself from Israel in its ‘most difficult year’

The Guardian - AU · Dec 18, 2024

Why did Indonesia release the Bali Five now? Its new leader wants to send a strong message to the world

Following weeks of intrigue about a possible deal, the remaining members of the Bali Nine have been released from prison in Indonesia and returned to Australia. The five Australians had served nearly 20 years of their life sentence for their involvement in a drug-smuggling operation.

The Conversation · Dec 16, 2024

‘Relieved and happy’: final five members of Bali Nine released from jail and back in Australia

Scott Rush, Matthew Norman, Si-Yi Chen, Martin Stephens and Michael Czugaj have returned from Indonesia, Anthony Albanese confirms

The Guardian - AU · Dec 15, 2024

New Zealand official reverses visa refusal for US conservative influencer Candace Owens

New Zealand's Associate Immigration Minister Chris Penk has overturned a visa refusal for the U_S_ conservative commentator Candace Owens, citing “the importance of free speech."

The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2024

Conservative US commentator Candace Owens granted NZ visa after government intervention

Minister reversed earlier rejection after considering arguments including ‘importance of free speech’, spokesperson says

The Guardian - AU · Dec 12, 2024

View from The Hill: Albanese announces more funding for Jewish security, labels synagogue firebomb ‘terrorism’

In the reactions to incidents of antisemitism, many people observe a contrast between New South Wales Premier Chris Minns and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.

The Conversation · Dec 8, 2024

Deputy PM Calls Israel ‘A Close Friend’ Amid Criticism From Netanyahu For UN Vote

Despite Australia's recent UN vote calling for Israel to end its presence in occupied Palestinian territories, Deputy PM Richard Marles is standing firm on Australia x Israel friendship.

Pedestrian.tv · Dec 6, 2024