Independent Australia
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +1000 Assisted living amenities that improve quality of life
Assisted living communities extend beyond simple accommodations. Considerate amenities in these environments facilitate the comfort, engagement, and well-being of those residing there. read now...
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 20:30:00 +1000 Visa plan strategies for long-term success
Obtaining a visa is an exercise in foresight, patience, and organisation. As global mobility continues to increase, people and families are often looking for more permanent, secure alternatives. This methodical approach will help ensure a suc...
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +1000 FROM WARFARE TO WEALTH — The AUKUS illusion and the death of statecraft
The AUKUS pact has prioritised military spending over diplomacy and statecraft. read now...
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +1000 Rigged game: Australia's obscene concentration of wealth
It’s past time that Australians reasserted that the democratic state is superior to the fortune of any individual. read now...
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +1000 Human rights activist Naâma Asfari is starving for justice, and the world is looking away
A human rights activist in Morocco is starving himself because every other peaceful avenue has been closed. read now...
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:30:00 +1000 Digital sovereignty and the danger of the off switch
Australia's future should not depend on the goodwill of any single foreign government or company. read now...
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +1000 Pauline Hanson imports a monoculture war
Pauline Hanson's latest overseas tour exposes the irony of a movement that rails against foreign influence while importing its politics almost wholesale. read now...
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +1000 Why multiculturalism needs recovering, not reinventing
Australia's multicultural success now depends on reconnecting public policy with the lived experiences and relationships that gave it meaning. read now...
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 00:30:00 +1000 Solar 365 emerges as Western Australia's new solar giant
Solar 365 reached a milestone in the Western Australian solar market, becoming one of the leading solar companies by delivering high-quality solar solutions to customers. read now...
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +1000 Australia's biggest companies still fall short on gender equality
A new benchmark of Australia's largest listed companies reveals a persistent gap between gender equality commitments and meaningful action. read now...
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +1000 Australia's export slump quietly dragging down the economy
Australian exports have turned from being a significant positive for economic growth and rising national income to a significant negative. read now...
Mon, 13 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +1000 FROM WARFARE TO WEALTH — The myth of American idealism
Noam Chomsky and Nathan J Robinson challenge the mythology of American exceptionalism and its consequences for Australia. read now...
Mon, 13 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +1000 Count Binface crashes Nigel Farage's by-election gamble
Nigel Farage's by-election gamble is upended by Count Binface, exposing the theatre and contradictions of modern British politics. read now...
Mon, 13 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +1000 From Crimea to AUKUS: How distant wars reshape Australia
From colonial forts to nuclear submarines, Australia's response to distant conflicts reveals a recurring pattern that continues to shape its defence strategy. read now...
Mon, 13 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +1000 Economists and newsrooms collaborate to lie about Australia’s economy
Australia’s media has hit a new low in deceptive reporting, but with one positive note. read now...
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +1000 How to get into the construction industry in Australia
Want to get into construction in Australia with no experience? Here's a step-by-step guide, starting with training and ending with your first salary. read now...
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:30:00 +1000 3 Best mattresses in a box in Australia
Finding a perfect night’s sleep used to mean spending hours inside traditional brick-and-mortar showrooms, navigating aggressive sales pitches and paying exorbitant delivery fees for an oversized block of foam. read now...
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:30:00 +1000 The returns reckoning: How Australian retailers are turning a cost centre into a profit line
There’s no question that online shopping has transformed Australian retail. But, at the same time, it has also brought a challenge that many businesses are still struggling to solve: product returns. read now...
Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +1000 FROM WARFARE TO WEALTH — Australia's struggle for strategic independence
Australia's security lies not in deeper military dependence, but in investing in genuine sovereignty, regional cooperation and national resilience. read now...
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +1000 FROM WARFARE TO WEALTH — The $368 billion question: What AUKUS is really costing us
Australia's promised AUKUS jobs boom comes at an extraordinary cost, with billions flowing overseas while more effective investments are left behind. read now...
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 07:00:00 +1000 Jacinta Allan Victoria's best bet due to rabid media's unhinged disdain
The “Ditch the Witch” campaign is back, now directed at Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan, and faithfully reported in the media with clear delight almost leaping from the pages and screens. read now...
Sun, 12 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +1000 Vale Derryn Hinch — the man who named them and shamed them
Unflinching journalist, broadcaster and former senator Derryn Hinch passed away on Friday, 10 July. read now...
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +1000 Fertility rate falls: More and more Australians are choosing to be child-free
For a growing number of Australians, the decision to remain child-free is a rational calculation and deliberate survival strategy which should terrify us all. read now...
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +1000 The Socceroos reflect our rich Australian identity and bring us together
The Socceroos have family histories from different parts of the world, yet when they wear the green and gold, they represent all of us. read now...
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 21:00:00 +1000 10 Best ISO 27001 software for Australian organisations in 2026
Choosing the best ISO 27001 software comes down to finding a platform that matches how an Australian organisation actually runs compliance: juggling the Australian Privacy Principles, providing security to global customers and keeping an inf...
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +1000 Sovereignty surrendered: U.S. firm Palantir invited into the engine room of ADF
Defence software sovereignty is outsourced to U.S. firm Palantir in a $7.6 million limited tender contract. read now...
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 22:56:00 +1000 The 10 best HRIS software in Australia for mid-size and large companies you should know in 2026
You picked an HR system when the team was 200 people. Now you're heading toward 1,500 across three states, payroll runs span half a dozen Modern Awards and the platform that once felt tidy can't keep up. read now...
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +1000 BOOK REVIEW: How to Dodge Flying Sandals
Daniel Nour's debut memoir blends humour, heart and cultural reflection into a thoughtful coming-of-age story about identity, family and belonging. read now...
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +1000 Submission by the family of Bridgette "Biddy" Porter to the NSW Law and Safety Committee
A submission by the family of Bridgette “Biddy” Porter highlights how repeated forensic tribunal processes can compound the trauma of victims' families. read now...
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +1000 CARTOONS: Telstra's timing seems destined for failure
Australia's thinking around telecoms is so '2000-and-last-year'. read now...
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +1000 Media's fear of Pauline Hanson is her greatest weapon
Pauline Hanson thrives when journalists fear being shut out, but the media holds more power than it realises if it's willing to use it. read now...
Thu, 09 Jul 2026 20:00:00 +1000 Australia employment growth continues into mid-2026
Australia's labour market added 40,300 jobs in May 2026, cutting unemployment to 4.4%. Here is what the numbers mean for the economy and the Aussie dollar. read now...
Thu, 09 Jul 2026 19:45:00 +1000 How Australian businesses got ghosted by Google
There was a time not so long ago when Australian businesses were in love with Google. The search engine connected them to their customers with an efficiency that's never been seen before. read now...
Thu, 09 Jul 2026 19:00:00 +1000 Apps to use instead of doomscrolling: Best AU list
Australians spend a substantial amount of their day using digital devices and social media has become one of the most common ways to fill spare moments, according to Australia’s eSafety Commissioner. read now...
Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +1000 Telstra outage reveals a dangerous gap in Australia's digital resilience
The Telstra outage exposed a bigger problem than a software fault: Australia's telecommunications laws are still built for the last century. read now...
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +1000 AUKUS Inquiry must welcome every side of the debate
To shape the national conversation, the AUKUS Inquiry must be seen as open, balanced and willing to test every argument. read now...
Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +1000 JEFF MCMULLEN: Trump attacks the enemy within
Donald Trump’s strategy to maintain a stranglehold on American democracy, Dr Jeff McMullen writes, invokes a century-old fear of communism. read now...
Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +1000 The Epstein Files and Australia's elite underground 'pedocracy'
Recent developments, including the Epstein Files, prompt renewed scrutiny of long-standing allegations of organised institutionalised child sex abuse, writes Fiona Barnett. read now...
Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +1000 Pauline Hanson speaks English (A guide to speaking gooder English)
One Nation Senator Pauline Hanson is determined to make Australia speak one language and one language only. read now...
Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:30:00 +1000 AUKUS Public Inquiry lays bare a pact built on false promises
The AUKUS Public Inquiry is exposing the strategic, economic and sovereignty costs of Australia's most expensive defence pact. read now...
Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:30:00 +1000 The deal that could balance the government's books as well as our own
A social new deal that can balance the government's books as well as our own, eliminating austerity and poverty. read now...
Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:30:00 +1000 OPEN LETTER: Dr Simon Gordon's patients still waiting for answers
A former patient of Dr Simon Gordon, who is still waiting for answers, pens an open letter to the relevant authorities. read now...
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +1000 Government twists student visa policy to chase migration targets
The Government says it supports international education, but its shifting visa policies and soaring fees tell a very different story. read now...
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +1000 America at 250 faces a new struggle over who really holds power
As America marks 250 years since independence, debates over democracy, oligarchy and executive power are reshaping the nation's political identity. read now...
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +1000 Nine's Stefanovic double standard exposed
Nine's decision to sack Karl Stefanovic over one far-right interview raises questions about where the broadcaster chose to draw the line. read now...
Wed, 08 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +1000 The Starlink challenge: Australia's next hyperscaler problem
Starlink's long-term ambitions appear to extend well beyond telecommunications access. read now...
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +1000 Common mistakes to avoid when buying an electric bike
Buying an electric bike is a significant investment, and choosing the wrong model can affect comfort, safety and long-term value. read now...
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +1000 PHON versus Pini: IA editor pulls pin on Pelican Pauline
Poster person for prejudice, Pauline Hanson’s "monoculture" comments have inspired Greek-Australian managing editor Michelle Pini to recall a time when Australia was still grappling with rapid multicultural change. read now...
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +1000 Why outdated retail IT systems are costing Australian stores more than they realise
The difference between a pleasant and a stressful checkout experience during peak business hours is almost never due to staff effort. Usually, it comes down to the unassuming but crucial IT infrastructure, the network, the inventory platform,...
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 15:30:00 +1000 How to start international share trading from Australia
Trading shares globally has grown in importance as a means of diversifying portfolios for investors seeking true protection. read now...
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 15:45:00 +1000 Why Perth homeowners should plan air conditioning installation before summer hits
Planning air conditioning installation well before the heat wave hits isn't just a nice-to-have; it's a smart, time-saving and cost-effective move. read now...
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +1000 Killings continue to surge under Trump’s destructive rule
While Donald Trump is making headlines losing his war against Iran and his personal grift of billions, the U.S. President is still causing countless deaths. read now...
Sun, 05 Jul 2026 21:30:00 +1000 Telegram, censorship and the quiet reshaping of connectivity in 2026
An Australian expat living in Tehran woke up one morning last year to find that Telegram had gone quiet on her phone. read now...
Sun, 05 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +1000 Give me shelter
Still life: a man shelters from the rain against a factory wall in Newport, Melbourne. read now...
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +1000 Centre v Right populism: Same grievances, different answers
Can Community Strong Australia deliver policies that address the economic conditions driving dissatisfaction with mainstream politics? read now...
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +1000 The fair go has got up and gone
Australia can keep telling itself the fair go is alive, but fairness is not a slogan or kerosene sold as relief. read now...
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +1000 Students and academics sold out for debt-trap degree factories
Australia created a skills shortage coexisting with graduate underemployment by quietly decoupling credentials from capability. read now...
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +1000 Australia's wealth belongs to its people, not foreign corporations
Despite its vast natural wealth, too many Australians are missing out on its benefits. read now...
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +1000 From broadcast to binge — the changing culture of television
Streaming has made television more accessible than ever before, but in the age of binge-watching, the art of the water cooler discussion is becoming an endangered species. read now...
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +1000 Royal Commission on cohesion hears only half the story
Australia's Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion risks undermining its own purpose by excluding evidence of Islamophobia and anti-Palestinian racism. read now...
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +1000 CARTOONS: 'Mono' is an avoidable virus
Especially if you don't kiss up to racist politicians. read now...
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +1000 Visa fee increases reflect lazy government
Higher visa fees may boost government revenue, but they do little to fix Australia's growing immigration challenges. read now...
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +1000 Newsflash: The mythical 'monoculture' has never existed
Australia's multicultural success story stands in stark contrast to the nostalgic myth of a monocultural past that never truly existed. read now...
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +1000 Teals' new party puts their independence at risk
The Teals' decision to form a political party risks undermining the independence that made them a compelling alternative to Australia's major parties. read now...
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +1000 The time is ripe for a universal basic income
A universal basic income frees people from the fear of falling into poverty, stabilises labour costs, and stimulates the economy. read now...
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +1000 Australia's workforce crisis starts with unpaid placement
Australia says it desperately needs teachers, nurses, social workers and care professionals, yet still forces students in these fields to work unpaid placements while losing the income they rely on. read now...
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +1000 It’s not climate change – it's climate reversal
We didn’t just change the climate; we put it in reverse — and we are compressing that change into a human lifetime. read now...
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +1000 End of an era: Australia's NBN watchdog can finally stand down
NBN watchdog closure signals that the broadband performance problems that prompted its creation have, by and large, been resolved. read now...
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 22:30:00 +1000 How to install a caravan bike rack safely and securely
A bike rack can make every caravan trip more enjoyable, but installing one incorrectly can lead to serious problems. read now...
Mon, 29 Jun 2026 21:00:00 +1000 Factors to consider when choosing global eSIMs
A traveller lands in a new country and needs immediate internet access without hunting for a local SIM card. Global eSIMs offer a way to activate a cellular plan from almost any location. These digital SIM cards remove the need for physical p...
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +1000 Beyond monoculture: What really holds a diverse nation together
Australia's strength lies not in monoculture, but in shared values, trust and a genuine sense of belonging. read now...
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +1000 Good news! Housing is getting more and more affordable
Strong income growth, softer house prices and a more favourable interest rate outlook suggest housing affordability is set to improve over the coming years. read now...
Mon, 29 Jun 2026 22:00:00 +1000 Why Australian plumbing businesses need smarter digital marketing, not bigger budgets
Running a plumbing business in Australia has become far more demanding than it was even a decade ago. read now...
Sun, 28 Jun 2026 15:15:00 +1000 The A to Z of who Pauline Hanson does and does not represent
Pauline Hanson always tells us who she doesn't represent – those of whom she's had a gutful – so who does she represent? read now...
Mon, 29 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +1000 Pauline Hanson's multiracial Australia shift puts supporters to the test
Pauline Hanson’s apparent acceptance of a multiracial Australia may expose deep tensions within her own support base. read now...
Mon, 29 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +1000 Skilled visa invites reveal Australia's workforce priorities
Australia's latest skilled visa invitations reveal which occupations the Government considers most critical to the nation's workforce needs. read now...
Mon, 29 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +1000 Australia is the proof multiculturalism works
Australia's history, economy and global achievements show that multiculturalism is not a weakness but one of the nation's greatest strengths. read now...
Mon, 29 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +1000 Australia’s newsrooms continue to suppress vital information
Australia is enjoying a rare era of sustained economic calm and stability, which the mainstream media actively denies. read now...
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:30:00 +1000 Working class solidarity the antidote to the rise of the Far-Right
Fascism emerges during times of economic stress to protect the interests of the capitalist class, and what they fear most is worker solidarity. read now...
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:30:00 +1000 'Out-One-Nationing One Nation’, with Angus Taylor and the Mad Monk
With Angus Taylor as Leader, Abbott in the back room and Hanson now the legacy media's new pet, the Liberal Party is experiencing an existential crisis, writes managing editor Michelle Pini. read now...
Sun, 28 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +1000 Howzat! — Daryl Braithwaite bows out
Daryl Braithwaite, widely known as the frontman for iconic Aussie band Sherbet, formally announced his retirement from the music industry this week. read now...
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +1000 Future PHON fiefdom: Australia's Mad Max monoculture
Now that Aunty Pauline has been elected as our new prime minister, I am entitled, as a white Australian, to assist in the process of enacting the exciting monoculture she promised way back in 2026. Let’s get to work. read now...
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +1000 Gina is generous with other people's money
Gina Rinehart's plan for Australia is a holy trinity of sorts: microchips, Elon Musk’s communication satellites and Israeli defence manufacturing. read now...
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:00:00 +1000 How to add a person to a photo with AI in 2026 (and the tools worth using)
To add a person to a photo with AI, you upload the scene and a photo of the person, describe where they go and the model re-renders that area – matching light, shadow and perspective – instead of pasting a cut-out. read now...
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +1000 BOOK REVIEW: Making Progress: How good policy happens
To turn a great idea into a change in the real world, you need effective policy. read now...
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +1000 Top 10 best-rated car accident lawyers Brisbane
Compare no-win no-fee firms, specialist accreditations and client reviews to find the right lawyer for your claim. read now...
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 12:30:00 +1000 Living in the tropics: The home upgrades becoming essential in Cairns
Life in Far North Queensland comes with many advantages. Residents enjoy warm weather, access to some of Australia’s most spectacular natural environments, and a lifestyle that attracts people from across the country. However, living in a t...
Thu, 25 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +1000 Britain's push for proportional representation leaves Australia behind
Britain's growing push for proportional representation is shining a spotlight on Australia's own electoral system and the case for reform. read now...
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +1000 CARTOONS: Donald Trump's reflecting pool is 'off'
A mirror of someone's slimy presidency, perhaps? read now...
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +1000 After Pauline Hanson, Richard Marles makes more sense
Richard Marles' warning that xenophobia weakens Australia's strategic relationships took on new significance after Pauline Hanson's call for a ‘monocultural’ Australia. read now...
Thu, 25 Jun 2026 20:30:00 +1000 Is your board still running on email? Why Australian leaders are switching to board portal software
Across Australia, an uncomfortable reality persists inside many boardrooms: critical governance decisions are still being coordinated through email chains, shared Google Drive folders and printed packs distributed by post. read now...
Thu, 25 Jun 2026 20:00:00 +1000 Recovery beyond detox: Why long-term rehabilitation support matters in regional and coastal Australia
Australia has made significant progress in recognising addiction as a complex health issue rather than a simple matter of personal choice. read now...
Thu, 25 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +1000 Why Australia's aged care reforms are already under scrutiny
Australia's aged care reforms promise better standards, but questions remain over affordability, privatisation and access to care. read now...
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +1000 IA celebrates 16 years of truth telling
Independent Australia turns 16 today, 24 June 2026. read now...
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +1000 Vivian Bullwinkel, the Bangka Island massacre and the guilt of the survivor: FLASHBACK 2017
In this important report, Tess Lawrence – one of two people to whom nurse and survivor Vivian Bullwinkel confided – revealed the truth about the infamous massacre, and was originally published in 2017. read now...
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +1000 AUKUS: Australia's $368 billion boondoggle
Scott Morrison’s economy-crippling AUKUS boondoggle cost $368 billion for eight nuclear submarines that may or may not arrive. read now...
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +1000 How the Right radicalised its own voters
Mainstream conservative parties helped create the conditions for the Far-Right's rise by normalising divisive politics on gender, race and climate change. read now...
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 10:30:00 +1000 Americans in Australia: How to fix years of missed U.S. tax returns without draconian penalties
You've built a life in Australia. Maybe you moved for love, work, or simply the lifestyle. You pay your Australian taxes, vote in local elections and consider yourself a law-abiding resident. Then someone mentions, almost casually, that...
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +1000 Australia’s social media ban offers lessons for the Netherlands
Dutch researchers use Australia's social media ban as a case study to find ways to make digital platforms safer for children. read now...
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +1000 People-led democracy is the answer to Australia's political malaise
As governments become increasingly disconnected from public needs, people-led inquiries and democratic forums offer a way to reclaim influence over policy and spending decisions. read now...