Independent Australia

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...

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...

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 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...

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...

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +1000
AUKUS and the submarine illusion: Australia’s $368 billion surrender
As Washington debates whether it can spare the submarines, Canberra continues to pay for vessels it may never fully control. read now...

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +1000
Weapons still being funded over survival
Humanity is in a trillion-dollar arms race, struggling to choose survival over self-destruction. read now...

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +1000
My eye on the tiger — for 7 hours
I once waited seven hours for a tiger to make himself available for my camera — my finger on the trigger the entire time. read now...

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +1000
Capital gains tax reform is necessary
The capital gains tax break lays bare a system that rewards wealth over work. read now...

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +1000
The plan to transition Australia away from fossil fuels
A plan to rapidly decarbonise the Australian economy is euthanising the Australian fossil fuel industry. read now...

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +1000
The new hate speech bill threatens Australian civil liberties
If there was ever a sign that Australian civil liberties and rights have been thrown under a bus, it would be now. read now...

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +1000
Australia’s DV system is gaslighting male victims
Australia counts female DV deaths, but it doesn’t count DV-linked male suicides. read now...

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +1000
Angus Taylor’s One Nationfication of the Liberal Party is Australia’s MAGA moment
Friday 13 February is a fitting date for Angus Taylor to roll Sussan Ley as Liberal Party leader because Taylor represents a Trumpist MAGA horror show result for Australia’s social cohesion and democratic health. read now...

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +1000
Australia's regulatory affairs sector in need of an injection of talent
Industry regulations help us maintain quality standards and benchmarks across virtually all Australian industries. read now...

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +1000
Adelaide's housing demand: Affordability, development and what comes next
South Australia's housing market has been making headlines lately and for good reason. 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...

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +1000
CARTOONS: Chris Minns dines out on defence of 'social cohesion'
Cruelly, the protest laws he's serving come with a side of pepper spray. read now...

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +1000
Australia's ageing immigrant population bomb
While short-term migration forecasts may soothe Canberra, five decades of compounding growth reveal a far bigger story — an ageing immigrant population that is quietly reshaping Australia’s demographic future. read now...

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 11:30:00 +1000
Top 7 best removalists in Brisbane (great reviews and competitive rates) — 2026
Moving house or office in Brisbane can be both exciting and stressful — especially if you don’t have the right removalist team to help you. read now...

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 16:00:00 +1000
Affray vs Assault: What’s the difference under Australian law?
Legal terminology can be confusing. Especially when you only ever hear them mentioned in news reports or court stories. read now...

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:00:00 +1000
Bond trading vs long-term investing: Capital Guard AU Pty Ltd explains the difference
Investors in the bond market are increasingly faced with a critical decision: whether to actively trade bonds to take advantage of short-term market movements or to invest for the long term, aiming for predictable income and capital preservat...

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 16:30:00 +1000
What to know about tax compliance for medical firms
A clinic can feel busy and calm at the same time, even during a packed Monday morning. read now...

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +1000
No intelligence, no trust: The hidden cost of Australia’s foreign policy
Australia’s legally defensible foreign policy decisions are eroding community trust at home, weakening intelligence-sharing and leaving the nation increasingly exposed to hidden threats. read now...

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +1000
Silencing the evidence: How Australia’s whistleblower inquiry buried the truth
A Senate Inquiry that promised whistleblower reform instead buried critical evidence, suppressed firsthand testimony and reinforced the very system that punishes those who speak out. read now...

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +1000
Pauline's ON in polls but can't PHON a friend... at the AEC
Pauline Hanson's One Nation (PHON) claimed it would drop the PH part of its name last October. A lot has happened to the party since, but not that. Investigations editor Ross Jones reports. read now...

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +1000
Australia’s AI paradox: Mass adoption, minimal strategy
As generative AI becomes an everyday tool for Australians, new OECD data exposes a dangerous gap between mass uptake and the absence of any serious national strategy to govern it. read now...

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +1000
How Pauline Hanson turned Gen X disillusionment into political fuel
Once defined by dissent and solidarity, Generation X is now fuelling Pauline Hanson’s resurgence — driven less by conviction than by disillusionment, fear and misplaced anger. read now...

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +1000
Welcoming a war criminal: Herzog signals death of social cohesion
As protests erupt nationwide against the visit of Israeli President Isaac Herzog, Australians are raising their voices against a war criminal welcomed by a government determined to suppress dissent in the name of social cohesion. read now...

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +1000
The RBA did not make a mistake in 2025 — the facts changed
The Reserve Bank’s pivot on interest rates reflects a shifting economic landscape rather than policy failure, as inflation, employment and global conditions moved in ways few foresaw. read now...

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +1000
Government pressed on legal implications of Isaac Herzog visit
As Israeli President Isaac Herzog begins his visit to Australia, the Federal Government faces mounting legal pressure over its obligations under international and domestic law. read now...

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +1000
Selective context: Why Isaac Herzog’s visit deepens Australia’s moral failure
Calls to ‘consider the context’ of President Herzog’s visit obscure Israel’s ban on dozens of NGOs in Gaza and the West Bank. read now...

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +1000
Female-only swimming sessions save lives
Drowning is not about bad luck, but about removing structural barriers to water safety and swimming skills. read now...

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +1000
Misplaced negativity blocks social progress
Addressing Australia’s urgent reforms requires more confidence and less division. read now...

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +1000
3 judges, 2 decades and 1 bad wig later, Tony Mokbel walks free
Drug baron Tony Mokbel pictured leaving Melbourne Magistrates' Court with criminal defence barrister (and later-exposed police informant) Nicola Gobbo. read now...

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +1000
Brooklyn Beckham burns bridges: A cautionary tale for mothers-in-law
The thing about adult children is they get to make their own mistakes. read now...

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +1000
Perth’s Invasion Day bomb didn’t shock the nation
A white supremacist brought a nail bomb to Invasion Day, but the response from the nation was not outrage.  read now...

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 15:07:00 +1000
Political books that still influence Australian public debate
Books don't just sit on shelves. They move ideas. They nudge conversation. In Australia, certain political and historical books have shaped how people think about identity, history, politics and power. Hundreds of novels are being published ...

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 14:33:00 +1000
Indigenous scholarships having positive impact on student success
According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW), school completion rates for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students are well below the rates for non-Indigenous students. It remains a major national challenge, with ...

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +1000
The braggart soldier returns: Trump on the grand stage of ego
Donald Trump is framed as a modern Pyrgopolynices, a braggart whose performative narcissism has moved from farce to real power, with consequences still unfolding. read now...

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +1000
Two generations, one monster: The enduring power of Stranger Things
A love letter disguised as a horror series, Stranger Things became a rare cultural crossroads, where Gen X memory and Gen Z discovery collided, bonded and briefly watched the world together. read now...

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +1000
Mayhem is the point: Trump's politics of terror
What looks like chaos on America’s streets is not a breakdown of authority, but the deliberate use of terror to manufacture fear, obedience and political survival. read now...

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +1000
CARTOONS: Donald Trump is on thin I.C.E. with immigrants
In Australia, it seems the Coalition is in the thick of self-destruction. read now...

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 23:30:00 +1000
How dedicated servers support AI, data analytics and high-computing workloads in Australia
Discover how dedicated servers in Australia support demanding AI, data analytics, and enterprise workloads through secure, high-performance infrastructure built for scale and speed. read now...

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +1000
Australia Day 2026 violently exposes deep national divisions
If the aim of Australia Day is to promote national unity and social cohesion, writes Dave Donovan, then it ain't working. read now...

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +1000
JEFF McMULLEN: Marie Bashir and Rob Hirst’s rhythm of kindness
The first female Governor of NSW and Midnight Oil’s songwriting drummer had some wonderful values in common. read now...

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 11:45:00 +1000
EXCLUSIVE: GC CEO secretively pushes through Tate pods development twice rejected by Council
A development financially benefitting Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate and twice rejected by elected councillors, was quietly resurrected through bureaucracy, sealed documents and backroom deals that consistently favoured Tate and ran roughshod ove...

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +1000
Media framing is shaping our opinions before we realise it
Our opinions feel personal, but they have often been shaped by repetition and framing long before debate begins. read now...

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +1000
Naming the real problem with our climate
Our climate is collapsing because our comfort depends on systems that exploit people and nature elsewhere, read now...

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +1000
When America raises the bill, Australia pays the price
As Washington demands unprecedented military spending from its allies, Australia faces a stark choice between strategic loyalty and the preservation of its social and economic foundations. read now...

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +1000
The regional visa dilemma facing Pauline Hanson
Pauline Hanson's biggest problem is that regional Australia depends on the migration she opposes. read now...

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +1000
Quantum’s second act: Data, discipline and geopolitics
Quantum has slipped out of the thought experiment phase and into the hard light of measurement, where patents, supply chains and state power matter as much as physics. read now...

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +1000
Australia’s growing tolerance for racism a threat to democracy
As racism shifts from the fringe to the mainstream, Australia’s social cohesion and democratic stability are being quietly eroded. read now...

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +1000
Australia’s social cohesion troubles can be resolved by addressing inequality
Australia’s fraying social fabric isn’t being torn apart by culture wars or extremism alone, but by a deepening inequality that no royal commission can paper over. read now...

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +1000
Slow violence in the Kimberley’s forgotten prison
Year after year, Broome Prison remains overcrowded, degrading and overwhelmingly Indigenous — not through oversight, but through sustained political indifference. read now...

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 02:00:00 +1000
Climate events are changing tourism forever what Sri Lanka can learn from Australia’s response, says Arjuna Samarakoon
Climate events are no longer temporary disruptions to tourism economies. They are structural forces reshaping how countries attract investment, protect employment and sustain foreign exchange earnings. read now...

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 00:30:00 +1000
How assisted living helps seniors maintain independence
Many people worry about losing control in later life. Fortunately, assisted living communities provide the ideal balance between assistance and independence. read now...

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +1000
Scott Morrison’s holy war: Preaching politics in Israel
In Jerusalem, Scott Morrison blended faith, fear and foreign policy into a sermon that excused Israeli power while blaming dissent, Islam and Australia’s Labor Government for antisemitism at home. read now...

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 08:00:00 +1000
Antisemitism or accountability? Drawing the line without erasing free speech
As Australia tightens hate-speech laws, a flawed definition of antisemitism risks being weaponised to shut down legitimate criticism of Israel rather than confront real hatred. read now...

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +1000
Australia’s whistleblower laws protect the state, not the truth
From Bernard Collaery to David McBride, the evidence shows Australia’s whistleblower framework punishes disclosure while shielding executive power. read now...

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 11:00:00 +1000
Privacy failures driving psychological harm and suicide
Australia’s long-standing failure to protect privacy is contributing to psychological harm and heightened suicide risk, particularly among vulnerable and marginalised communities. read now...

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