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Djokovic Saga Shines Ugly Spotlight on Australia’s Detention Program
By Dechlan Brennan
The recent frenzy over tennis player Novak Djokovic has helped highlight the cruel detention conditions of refugees in Australia.
Some Say Politics at Play in Djokovic Detention in Australia
By Steve McMorran
"No one is above these rules," Australia Prime Minister Scott Morrison said.
Australia’s Far-Right Taps Into COVID-Restriction Frustration
By Joshua Mcdonald
Protesters include the anti-vax wellness community, Christian fundamentalists, and some of Australia’s most extreme far-right organizations.
Australia’s Growing Ties With Northeast Asia
By Grant Wyeth
It is at the intersection of commercial and hard-security interests that Australia’s relationships with Japan and South Korea are finding their increasing health.
Australia’s Independents: The Women Aiming to Shake Up Parliament
By Joshua Mcdonald
At least 13 independent female candidates have launched campaigns on similar platforms focused on climate change, corruption, and women’s rights.
Australia’s Independent Candidates Aim to Tap Into Voter Unease
By Grant Wyeth
With an election to be held by May 2022, the pre-election period in Australia is seeing a surge of maneuvering among independents gunning for Liberal seats.
Caroline Kennedy Nominated as US Ambassador to Australia
By Philip Citowicki
The appointment comes at an important moment in the relations between the two nations.
New Zealand’s Mixed Messaging on the Beijing Olympic Boycott
By Christopher Edward Carroll
New Zealanders and traditional allies alike are looking for a strong stance from the Ardern government.
Australia’s Birth Rate Falls to All-Time Low
By Grant Wyeth
Australia’s birth rates have been declining since the 1960s with several factors at play, not the least of which is ballooning housing costs.
New Caledonia Referendum: ‘No’ to Independence Amid Low Turnout
By Joshua Mcdonald
Pro-independence groups boycotted the vote, COVID-19 further limited participation in the third referendum on the question of independence from France.
New Zealand’s Conflicted China Strategy
By Geoffrey Miller
China strategy dominated New Zealand’s foreign policy year, but the government has yet to find a consistent position.
Australia’s Aid Program Is Due For a Reckoning
By Dustin Barter
Australia's development engagement with Cambodia and Myanmar offers an object lesson in how not to do aid.