The Royal Commission Pendulum: Australia’s Shifting Landscape of Public Inquiry Australia is witnessing a resurgence in calls for federal royal commissions, a trend that extends far beyond the immediate aftermath of tragedies like the Bondi Beach stabbing and concerns surrounding antisemitism. The sheer volume of demands – from inquiries into national security protocols to allegations … Read more
Brisbane Greens councillor Trina Massey has rejected claims she distributed an “antisemitic” council-funded newsletter, calling the accusations “shameful and defamatory.” The controversy stems from a newsletter sent to residents of her Gabba ward in September 2024. Newsletter Content and Complaints The newsletter featured an interview with a Palestinian refugee family living in Brisbane and a … Read more
The Erosion of Civil Liberties in the Wake of Tragedy: How Bondi is Reshaping Australia’s Security State Australia is facing a critical juncture. Following the horrific Bondi Junction stabbing, the New South Wales government is poised to enact sweeping changes to gun laws and, more controversially, to significantly curtail protest rights. But these immediate responses … Read more