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Restore Tolerance of Religion to Football and Democracy

Patrick J. ByrneOct 18, 20221 min read
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Pushing Andrew Thorburn out of his job as chief executive of Essendon Football Club ignored/violated the AFL’s own code of conduct, and probably Victoria’s…

Disaffected Italian Voters Elect Pro-Family Coalition

Peter WestmoreOct 4, 20221 min read
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Following a long period of political paralysis, voters in a snap election in Italy have decisively elected a new coalition of pro-family, pro-business and pro-Italy…

Winning Gambit: It is coming on 50 years since Taiwan was pushed out into the cold

Mystery Canberra CorrespondentSep 21, 20221 min read
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Come October 25, it will be 50 years since the Republic of China (ROC) – the official name for Taiwan – was first shunted from…

Winning Gambit: Taiwan deserves a fair go on the international stage

Jeffry BabbSep 21, 20221 min read
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The intended role of the United Nations is to replace international anarchy with the rule of law. English philosopher Thomas Hobbes, describing the “state of…

Have Your Say in the Defence Review 2022

Tony O’BrienSep 7, 20221 min read
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On August 3, the Albanese Government announced a Defence Strategic Review, and called for submissions from organisations and the public, by October 30. The Review…

Smoke Blown in Your Eyes

Gabrielle WalshAug 24, 20221 min read
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Following an Inquiry, the Drugs of Dependence (Personal Use) Amendment Bill 2021 is before the ACT Assembly and aims to amend the Drugs of Dependence…