Independent Australia

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 14:00:00 +1000
EXCLUSIVE: Meta and Murdoch make AI pact and push Pauline's polls
Meta and News Corp spread fake news to promote Pauline Hanson and provide an overblown impression of her party's polling. Founder David Donovan exposes a dangerous deception. read now...

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...

Sat, 03 Jan 2026 11:00:00 +1000
#2 TOP IA ARTICLE OF 2025: Elon Musk waves away dodgy salute
Mark David is IA's star cartoonist and this January compilation was especially popular. read now...

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 03:30:00 +1000
​​​​​​​Finding a reliable electrician in Wollongong you can trust
Let's be honest, finding a good electrician shouldn't feel like a gamble. read now...

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +1000
Silk Silver Opium: The trade with China that changed history
Historian Michael Pembroke has offered valuable insight into how China has developed into the country we know today, both economically and psychologically, says Anne Leyton-Bennett. read now...

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 14:43:00 +1000
Lynas faces uncertainty in Malaysia
Lynas secured a 10-year licence extension in Malaysia, but strict conditions, political pressure and technology hurdles leave its future uncertain. read now...

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 14:26:00 +1000
The Australian man’s guide to confidence and health
From knee injuries to body confidence and weight loss, this guide helps Australian men take control of their health and lifestyle. read now...

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 14:05:00 +1000
The real Australian glow up guide
Looking your best is about lifestyle, not quick fixes. Discover the habits that improve confidence, skin, and overall wellbeing. read now...

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 13:32:00 +1000
Your practical Australian guide to staying healthy and fit
Staying healthy all year takes more than motivation. This practical Australian guide covers fitness, gut health, nutrition and body confidence. read now...

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:58:00 +1000
How automation is transforming Protection Visa processing
Automation is helping Australian immigration firms manage complex Protection Visa documents faster while maintaining compliance and case accuracy. read now...

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:00:00 +1000
The current electoral system actually favours One Nation
Analysis suggests Australia’s electoral system may be unintentionally boosting One Nation’s chances while exposing flaws in the nation’s democratic representation. read now...

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +1000
Religious warfare rhetoric emerges in conflict with Iran
As the Iran conflict escalates, religious rhetoric – from claims of divine missions to apocalyptic prophecy – is increasingly shaping the language and politics of war. read now...

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +1000
Australia rejoins the global economic elite
The 2025 fourth quarter results confirm Australia’s economy is again among the world’s best. read now...

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 05:30:00 +1000
Why the West may come to mourn Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
The assassination of Iran's Leader Ayatollah Khamenei in an unprovoked first strike, starting an illegal war, and may come back to haunt the United States and Israel, as well as Australia. read now...

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +1000
Freedom: Off the lead in St Kilda
A dog, lost in the joy of the moment, races across Melbourne's St Kilda Beach at sunset. read now...

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +1000
The chatbot is now part of the mental health workflow
Patients are turning to chatbots before therapy and our mental healthcare systems aren't ready for it. read now...

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 15:00:00 +1000
The electrostate and Australia’s narrow path to resilience
Trump’s new tariffs force Australia to choose between U.S. security and Chinese trade. read now...

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 06:30:00 +1000
Trump's 'Golden Dome': Visionary space deterrent or ambitious star wars sci-fi
Doubts remain over Donald Trump's ambitious 2025 "Iron Dome" space-based missile shield plan to protect continental United States from attacks from above. Ben Gonda reports. read now...

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 11:30:00 +1000
EXCLUSIVE SUMMARY: Tom Tate and his Baker's pods collapse GC democracy
Despite the Gold Coast City Council twice voting to reject a development proposal endorsed by his administration, Gold Coast Council CEO Tim Baker unilaterally overturned that democratic decision, directly advantaging Mayor Tom Tate. read now...

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +1000
Censorship is a tool of the state — but it's also a tool of the censored
Queensland’s new speech laws raise alarm bells and stakes for writers and activists. read now...

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +1000
Surround and conquer: When bullying runs a campaign
A covert campaign of pressure and manipulation can isolate a target while leaving the true architect of the bullying safely out of sight. read now...

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 15:00:00 +1000
Victoria’s wildlife pays the price for Labor’s bushfire failures
After devastating bushfires, critics say the Allan Government has abandoned wildlife rescue efforts while allowing hunting to continue. read now...

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +1000
The state of a (not) independent Australia address
Fellow Independent Australians, it is with our greatest and most sincere regret that we must inform you that Australia is still not a fully and truly independent nation. read now...

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +1000
Pauline Hanson corrects her immigration arithmetic
Pauline Hanson’s revised immigration maths may finally add up, but the economic consequences of her policy would be devastating. read now...

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +1000
CARTOONS: Donald Trump's 'pieces-of-8' board talks are on hold
Seems he's a bit busy with all that bombing. read now...

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +1000
JEFF MCMULLEN: The price we pay for not learning from history
On a historic night in Tehran, almost half a century ago, Jeff McMullen witnessed the inability of leaders to fully grasp the treacherous paths of alliances and armed conflicts. read now...

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 15:00:00 +1000
Deportation by design: How Australia engineered mass exile
Deportations from Australia are at their highest rate because we have rewritten our laws to enable them. read now...

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +1000
Australia’s youth detention system punishes kids but fails to rehabilitate them
The punitive approach of our youth detention system only serves narrow, short-term political thinking. read now...

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +1000
Labor should practice what it preaches about human rights
Australia condemns human rights abuses abroad but still won’t protect them at home. read now...

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 11:51:00 +1000
Choosing the right digital product engineering partner in Australia
Australian enterprises must choose tech partners wisely to ensure secure, scalable and future-ready digital products. read now...

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +1000
Belonging across borders: A Muslim Australian response to fear and division
A Muslim Australian reflects on migration, service and community to challenge fear-based rhetoric and reaffirm the place of Muslim Australians within the country’s multicultural story. read now...

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 15:00:00 +1000
Australia's volunteer crisis threatens frontline climate action
New research into environmental volunteers reveals a concerning pattern: younger volunteers grapple with hopelessness as Australia's volunteer rates decline, meaning fewer people are stepping up when we need them most. read now...

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +1000
Albanese, your moment of truth is now
Political luck has carried Albanese this far; only bold reform will define what comes next. read now...

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +1000
Profits before people: How neoliberalism is hardwiring AI for chaos
The real danger of artificial intelligence is not the code itself, but the economic system driving its deployment. read now...

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 15:00:00 +1000
Commander in cheat: Why Trump’s lies are the foundation of his power
As predictably as the sun comes up in the morning, U.S. President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address was resplendent with lies. read now...

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +1000
Operation Outlaw: Iran apologists and the assault on international law
While bombs fall on Tehran, Iran apologists in Western capitals dress regime change in the language of peace and security. read now...

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +1000
Student visa approvals fall despite higher 2026 planning level
Having encouraged expansion, the Government is now curbing student visa grants to contain net migration and protect the permanent program. read now...

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 23:06:00 +1000
Social Direct Australia: driving digital growth for businesses across Brisbane and beyond
Brisbane agency Social Direct helps businesses grow online through SEO, social media and data-driven digital marketing. read now...

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +1000
Gold Coast draws line in the sand on Trump Tower proposal
More than 120,000 locals have signed petitions opposing a proposed Trump-branded tower in Surfers Paradise, arguing the project threatens the Coast’s identity, infrastructure and public beachfront. read now...

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:00:00 +1000
Billions in profits, silence on tax: Adani’s Australian enigma
An advertising blitz claims mining taxes help pay for our essential services but it appears we taxpayers are paying millions of dollars to help coal miner Adani make profits. read now...

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +1000
Funding firestorms: Washington’s war habit and Canberra’s silence
As U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran escalate, billions flow into conflict while Australia backs the alliance without question. read now...

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +1000
Why citizens in such a wealthy country are angry and depressed
The more their quality of life improves, the sadder some Australians seem to become. read now...

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +1000
Albanese's victimisation of "ISIS brides" and innocent children is appalling
Despite languishing for years in an atrocious conditions, Australia's PM belligerently refuses to rightfully repatriate wives of ISIS fighters or their innocent children. James May comments. read now...

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +1000
Israel, that light unto the nations — including Australia
Decades of deference to Israel and the U.S. have shaped Australia’s foreign policy at a high moral cost. read now...

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 12:14:00 +1000
What managers often misread in employee feedback data
Survey data isn’t always clear. Discover what managers misread in staff feedback and how better surveys reveal the real story. read now...

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +1000
By jingo, it's a dingo!
Australian wild dog breeder, the late Bruce Jacobs, with one of his newly born Dingo pups and mother. read now...

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 22:33:00 +1000
Global reading communities forming around Z Library
Readers worldwide are forming global bonds through shared reading habits, turning books into bridges across borders. read now...

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 13:30:00 +1000
The AFL enters a concussive new season still stumbling around
Australian football has the highest rate of concussion of any team sport in the world, but players – including children – continue to be put in serious danger of brain damage in every single game. read now...

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +1000
Royal Pines redevelopment raises major questions on the Gold Coast
The urban transformation of the Gold Coast, involving billions in public funding, has left residents in the dark. read now...

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +1000
Coles and Westpac in a battle against corporate greed
Corporate Goliaths are being challenged for putting profit before people, with ordinary Australians fighting back. read now...

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +1000
Condescending and harmful: An update on Australia’s social media ban
The social media ban was sold to the public as protection, but evidence shows disadvantaged teens are paying the price.  read now...

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +1000
Queensland’s war on words: Antisemitism Bill threatens free speech
In a feat of enterprising delusion and sinister suppression, Australia’s second-largest state has decided to deal with what it regards as an antisemitic problem. read now...

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +1000
Tim Wilson’s inflation cure: Unemployment as collateral damage
A proposal to prioritise inflation over employment would make higher joblessness the deliberate cost of economic stability, with working Australians carrying the burden. read now...

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +1000
CARTOONS: QLD residents rate Trump tower of disappointment
Surprise, surprise. The proposed Gold Coast colossus doesn't measure up. read now...

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +1000
Australia: Still a client state in a corporate empire
From British imperial control to multinational corporate dominance, Australia’s economic independence remains more illusion than reality. read now...

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:00:00 +1000
Until we can defend ourselves, we’re not all equal
Speaking out against racism is praised — unless you’re a person of colour. read now...

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 16:00:00 +1000
Pauline Hanson anti-Islam backlash amid tidal wave of AI misinformation
As artificial intelligence fuels viral political fiction, Australia’s democratic debate risks being steered by outrage rather than truth. read now...

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +1000
The olive branch of hypocrisy: Herzog’s tree and Australia's complicity
Behind the pageantry of Herzog’s visit, critics argue Australia is ignoring legal warnings and moral accountability over Israel’s conduct in Palestine. read now...

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +1000
Colonial cringe runs deep: Australia's military subjugation
Australia is no longer a colony, but still behaves like one — paying tribute to its so-called "allies". read now...

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 21:39:00 +1000
Transform your shed into the ultimate match day escape
Turn your steel shed into the ultimate match-day escape with pro-level insulation, sound, lighting and comfort. read now...

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 16:30:00 +1000
After the Apology: Why forced adoption Is not settled history
Forced adoption in Australia is often treated as a closed chapter, but the record tells a different story. read now...

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +1000
The Australia-Indonesia green economic opportunity
A developing opportunity between Australia and Indonesia could underpin a green “powerhouse” partnership in a net-zero world. read now...

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +1000
Australia’s telecom expansion still paying for NBN policy mistakes
Despite rising data use and network growth, structural flaws in the NBN continue to shape affordability, competition and Australia’s long-term digital resilience. read now...

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 16:00:00 +1000
Defending the democratic right of political speech and assembly in Australia
Current anti-democratic laws restricting freedom of speech and assembly cry out to be broken and defeated. Campaigns of mass, non-violent civil disobedience beckon. read now...

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +1000
Apply hate speech laws "equally" — send us all to gaol
While new hate speech laws are being enforced, it seems every other dangerous form of racism in this country is left unchecked. read now...

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +1000
The environmental benefits and drawbacks of E10 fuel
E10 fuel has gained traction in some corners because of its environmental benefits. However, as with all sources of energy, it also has its challenges. read now...

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +1000
Global oil glut defies geopolitics, drives prices down
Rising supply and weakening demand are overpowering geopolitics, sending oil prices toward a projected slump in 2026. read now...

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +1000
Herzog visit sparks questions over Australia’s ‘core values’
Israeli President Herzog’s visit has reignited questions about whether Australia’s “core values” align with its stance on Gaza. read now...

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +1000
RBA’s labour market call risks overtightening the economy
If the RBA has misjudged labour market tightness, current rates could unnecessarily weaken growth and jobs. read now...

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +1000
Beyond the Western alliance: Australia’s uncertain horizon
As the Western alliance fractures under raw power politics, Australia faces a stark strategic choice. read now...

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:30:00 +1000
The fall of Andrew Mountbatten: More Brooke Bond than James Bond
On the arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the intelligence services, and the fine British tradition of looking the other way. read now...

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +1000
One Nation’s immigration policies: Confusion, copycats and costly myths
A closer look at One Nation’s immigration platform reveals policy confusion, borrowed Trumpian slogans and proposals that collapse under basic scrutiny. read now...

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +1000
Bad news on Australia’s economy at last — thank goodness!
The mainstream media warmly welcomed Australia’s latest economic data. read now...

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 13:36:00 +1000
Experience authentic Thailand with Maeklong Railway Market and private tours
Discover Thailand beyond Bangkok with Maeklong Railway Market and private tours designed for comfort and flexibility. read now...

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 12:45:00 +1000
Top 5 accounting practice management software in Australia
Compare the top 5 accounting practice management software options in Australia. See who each tool suits, what to watch for, and how to choose fast. read now...

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +1000
Barry Humphries — Brilliant, brazen and soon to be bronzed
Barry Humphries hammed it up during our photo shoot, popping a monocle over his eye in what would turn out to be one of my strongest portraits. read now...

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +1000
A new bronze statue of Barry Humphries in Adelaide is a sign of cultural health
Barry Humphries lampooned national ego, bureaucratic puffery, and moral posturing, exposing the absurdities in our society. read now...

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +1000
Why Jews must speak up when Muslims are targeted
When Muslims praying peacefully are confronted by police force — that should unsettle all of us. read now...

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 23:53:00 +1000
GenesisArbit Reviews: Why do investments work?
GenesisArbit reviews highlight transparency, strong tech and expert support, helping investors turn trading into a structured strategy. read now...

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +1000
Taylor and Hume's 'Tarzan and Jane' 1950s revival
From negative gearing to cappuccino multiculturalism, Taylor and Hume are swinging through today’s crises with yesterday’s ideas. read now...

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 16:30:00 +1000
More Canadian buyers turn to INKAS Safes as security concerns grow nationwide
Across Canada, concerns about theft, fire damage and forced entry are shaping how people protect physical assets. read now...

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +1000
Hitler’s Moscow to Trump’s Minneapolis: When power meets resistance
As federal force meets organised resistance, Minneapolis becomes a defining moment in Trump’s presidency. read now...

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +1000
Grace Tame event moved after Murdoch coverage fuels harassment campaign
A sold-out International Women’s Day address by Grace Tame has been relocated to a secure venue after Murdoch coverage was followed by a surge of harassment and threats against organisers. read now...

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +1000
What local businesses should know about where their sites are hosted
For many local businesses, a website is the primary way customers discover services, make enquiries, or form first impressions. read now...

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +1000
CARTOONS: Angus Taylor is seriously talking turkey
And with his new shadow ministry, he's not short of them. read now...

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +1000
LEY DOWN! Libs forge on with "Fantastic" failure Angus Taylor — liar, denier and water rorter
The Liberals have chosen Angus Taylor, a proven liar who is opposed to net zero policies, as the man to lead the parliamentary party. read now...

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +1000
Australia's rapidly disappearing biodiversity is still not a priority
Across party lines, political ambition is outpacing environmental protection and leaving Australia’s wildlife without a future.  read now...

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +1000
Australia's culture of complicity
From bank scandals to Gaza, our government has shown it protects power and not people. read now...

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +1000
Gas exports are driving up Australia’s electricity prices
South Australians have seen huge spikes in their power bills, but not because of renewables or wind turbines. read now...

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +1000
No gods, no masters: Facing Chomsky’s Epstein disaster
Noam Chomsky’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein force the Left to confront the dangers of hero-worship, moral blind spots and selective accountability. read now...

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +1000
Gun control at home, gun profits abroad: Australia’s defence contradiction
Australia’s strict gun laws have reduced domestic gun violence, but the country still enables global harm through defence companies linked to weapons used in organised crime and terrorism abroad. read now...

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +1000
NBN reaches long-awaited revenue target — but inflation changes the story
Fifteen years on, the NBN has hit its old revenue target, but inflation and fibre economics change what that milestone really means. read now...

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +1000
Angus Taylor disowns Coalition policies behind 2022–23 migration surge
Angus Taylor may prefer to rewrite the timeline, but the migration surge of 2022–23 flowed directly from policies his own government put in place. read now...

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 14:00:00 +1000
Gaza genocide accelerates crisis within Israel’s settler-colonial project
Israel’s destruction of Gaza may have strengthened short-term dominance, but it is deepening the demographic, economic and moral pressures that threaten the long-term stability of its state project. read now...

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +1000
Climate emergency ignored as banks double down on coal and gas
While communities burn and flood, major banks continue financing coal and gas expansion. read now...

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 08:00:00 +1000
IMF maintains Australia's growth forecast while inflation concerns persist: Martin Iglesias on what SMEs need to know
The International Monetary Fund has held firm on its growth projections for Australia, forecasting GDP increases of 2.1% in 2025 and 2.2% in 2027. read now...

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +1000
Mark Carney’s warning: Albanese is choosing weakness for Australia
Mark Carney says the “less powerful” can choose honesty and independence — but on AUKUS and the U.S. alliance, Anthony Albanese appears to be choosing weakness instead. read now...

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +1000
Luxury spending boom exposes newsroom lies about the economy
The latest consumer spending data confirms the economy is managed far better than the media acknowledge. read now...

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +1000
Sydney protests are our Minneapolis moment
When riot police use force against peaceful protesters and premiers applaud the batons, it’s no longer just a rally, it’s a warning about how quickly democratic rights can be stripped away. read now...

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