In the novel Nineteen Eighty-Four,George Orwell created a world where history was ‘rectified’ to suit political masters. Sound familiar?
The Adelaide Writers’ Week director says she’s disappointed that law firm MinterEllison has decided to cut ties with the festival.
The Voice of Democracy has had its licence taken after leader says the media organisation attacked him and his son.
Ties between the two countries had already deteriorated over nuclear talks,now newly published “offensive” cartoons have sparked a diplomatic battle.
This is a suppression of human rights,yet other states are not hiding behind the cabinet-in-confidence decisions.
Climate protesters who unfurled banners over the public gallery balcony during question time and launched into chants now face jail time.
Alister Henskens’ niece Deanna “Violet” Coco was sentenced to 15 months in prison under new laws cracking down on inconvenient protests.
Despite its zero-COVID policy,Beijing is pulling back on restrictions. But not all officials have got the memo.
The University of Sydney broke the law by sacking senior lecturer Tim Anderson for his comments about Israel and other matters.
The Essendon Football Club is now embroiled in a public debate about freedom of speech and religion,and Age readers have some strong views about what has happened.
Historian Joanna Bourke feels obliged to clarify her views on bestiality after the NSW arts minister tried to have her session cancelled.