Andrew Mathieson

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About Andrew Mathieson

Andrew Mathieson has been reporting on news and sport since 1996. He has written for The Age, The Examiner, Cairns Post, NT News, The Geelong Independent, Canberra City News, The Pacific Advocate, CHOICE among other outlets. His media career has also included a stint for the Indigenous Marathon Foundation in Canberra as the Head of the Communications and Marketing. Andrew started reporting for the National Indigenous Times in 2022.

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Tonga’s political crisis worsens after bribery findings

The Tongan government appears to be in disarray and under mounting pressure after three of its cabinet members were found guilty of electoral bribery.

Andrew Mathieson Andrew Mathieson Jun 10, 2026
Prominent activist goes missing after accusing Indonesia of committing West Papuan ecocide

The family of a prominent West Papua activist has lost contact with its matriarch who has been missing in the occupied territory for almost two weeks.

Andrew Mathieson Andrew Mathieson Jun 5, 2026
International Seabed Authority says Pasifika nations have the power to shape future of seabed mining laws

The influence of Pacific nations shaping seabed mining regulations should not be underestimated, according to the head of the United Nations body for the growing industry.

Andrew Mathieson Andrew Mathieson Jun 1, 2026
Latest appeal to stop Olympic construction at Barrambin blocked despite ongoing protest

Key points:- Appeal to halt Olympic stadium construction at Barrambin rejected- Traditional custodians highlight cultural significance at Sunday rally- Protest movement vows to continue resistanceFede...

Andrew Mathieson Andrew Mathieson Jun 1, 2026
Nuclear justice demanded at UN as Pacific nations recall devastating legacy from unauthorised testing

Kiribati and the Marshall Islands have detailed the human cost of nuclear testing in the Pacific, urging the United Nations to address the historic wrongs amid renewed calls for greater justice and ac...

Andrew Mathieson Andrew Mathieson May 28, 2026
West Papuan rebels claim killed miners were Indonesian military soldiers and police in disguise

West Papuan separatists in the occupied territory's eastern region allege eight gold miners they shot and killed on Thursday were undercover members of Indonesian security forces.

Andrew Mathieson Andrew Mathieson May 26, 2026
Vanuatu leads the Pacific to pass landmark United Nations climate change ruling

The United Nations General Assembly has passed a resolution to enforce the legal obligations on its member states to combat climate change, marking a diplomatic victory for Pacific islands in their fi...

Andrew Mathieson Andrew Mathieson May 25, 2026
Richmond pays tribute to Michael Mitchell's Tiger tale for Dreamtime at the 'G

When Richmond run out for Dreamtime at the 'G on Friday night, its players will carry one of the bravest First Nations legacies the game has witnessed following Michael Mitchell's brief but equally br...

Andrew Mathieson Andrew Mathieson May 22, 2026
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