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News of current events relating to activism in Australia.

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Over and out – farewell to 12 years movement building, mischief & too many meetings

Our farewell message, fab wrap video, big thanks and some last thoughts

People gather in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza during a rally in Karachi Pakistan Akhtar Soomro Reuters
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160+ days of brutality & beautiful resistance

Overview of genocide and struggle in Palestine with FAQ, comprehensive & cited references, challenges to Israel & Australian claims & inspiring global resistance

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Covid is Calling

AN OPEN CALL TO THE LEFT AND THOSE WHO CARE We need to do better on Covid. All of us. We will look back on this time in history and …

Peoples Parliament by Nicola Paris
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During Action

During action describes the things you might want to consider ON THE DAY the action is taking place. These include logistics on the day as well as roles that need …

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Disability & Climate Justice

There is little information in the public domain about impacts of climate on a range of vulnerable populations in Australia. Issues for disabled people are one of these areas. We …

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First Nations Resources

We cannot lessen the impacts of climate change if we do not learn from the mistakes of the past. Aboriginal and First Nations people must be centred in decision making. …

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Media

Below is a Media Checklist for traditional and social media in the lead up to an action or protest event, including some considerations for nonviolent direct actions. Download as a …

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Action Preparation

There’s a lot that goes into planning an action. The action planning checklist below walks you through all the issues to consider. As well as the planning required before your …

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Protecting Protest – Protecting Journalism and the importance of Press Freedom

An alarming attack on press freedom is underway, with the WA Police demanding Four Corners hands over all raw footage for their show that has been in the pipeline for …

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SA sets new low for anti protest law

Extinction Rebellion and other climate activists made their presence felt in Adelaide in mid May with a series of protests targeting Australian Petroleum Production and Exploration Association (APPEA) and their …

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