Opinion
Our new Remote Jobs and Economic Development (RJED) Program is changing lives in remote First Nations communities. Delivering the dignity of work with decent pay and conditions.
Indigenous education has a competition problem. For more than a decade, Indigenous education funding in Australia has been dominated by two organisations: Clontarf Foundation and Australian Indigenous...
Tuesday 26 May 2026, marks nine years since the Uluṟu Statement from the Heart was offered as an olive branch to the Australian people to move forward as a nation together for a better future.
Australia tells itself a comforting story about child protection. We tell ourselves children are only removed from their families when there is no other choice.
People often tell women we can have it all. We are told we can build careers, raise families, create impact, chase purpose and somehow hold every piece of life together all at once.
Public-interest journalism is not free to produce. Every story carries a cost. It takes journalists, editors, photographers, designers, technology, legal care, social media professionals, printing, di...
In 2026 we've seen an uptake of visible and physical right-wing extremism. Over the past few years, we've seen this coming slowly but surely, people with hateful ideologies have been given permission...
As conversations continue around this year's federal budget and Australia's Closing the Gap priorities, we know that there is important work to do.
Australian Opinion & Commentary
National Indigenous Times Opinion section amplifies diverse Australian voices, providing a critical platform for perspectives often missing from mainstream commentary. Our opinion content features viewpoints from community leaders, academics, activists, artists, and citizens who offer unique insights into political, social, and cultural matters affecting all Australians, particularly emphasising authentic voices from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our editorial approach ensures comprehensive analysis of issues across the country, from federal government policies to local community concerns.
Political Analysis & Government Commentary
Political commentary covers major policy developments affecting Australian society, including analysis of government initiatives, legislative changes, and electoral outcomes. Our contributors examine constitutional reforms, democratic processes, and political representation from distinctive perspectives, often challenging mainstream narratives and providing nuanced analysis based on lived experience and community knowledge. With the federal election cycle bringing renewed focus to national politics, writers explore how leaders like Prime Minister Anthony Albanese navigate complex policy landscapes, while examining the rise of various political movements across the country.
International Relations & Global Politics
International affairs commentary examines Australia's position in global politics, including relationships with world powers and responses to international conflicts. Writers analyse how decisions by leaders such as US President Donald Trump affect Australian interests, while examining complex situations like the conflict in Gaza and broader war implications for regional stability. Our contributors offer exclusive insights into how global events impact local communities, often highlighting perspectives that challenge conventional diplomatic wisdom and explore what the future holds for international cooperation.
Social Justice & Community Issues
Social justice commentary addresses systemic inequality, discrimination, and social issues faced by diverse Australian communities. Writers explore criminal justice reform, education equity, health disparities, employment barriers, and housing challenges while proposing community-driven solutions rooted in grassroots knowledge and social justice principles. The real issue often lies in how policy decisions affect everyday people, with contributors examining everything from first home buyers' struggles to broader economic policies that impact working families. This week's analysis might focus on how certain types of government intervention help or hinder community development.
Economic Policy & Market Analysis
Economic commentary examines market trends, government spending, and policy impacts on different communities. Writers analyse how major economic decisions affect various sectors, from iron ore markets to housing affordability, exploring what investors and ordinary Australians can expect from proposed policy changes. Contributors examine Labour government economic strategies, offering analysis of whether policies will have only minor impacts or create more significant changes. The economy remains a central focus, with regular reports on how federal spending priorities align with community needs and whether current approaches adequately address inequality.