Opinion
NAIDOC's origins belong inside a longer history of Aboriginal resistance to the economic architecture of colonial Australia. It emerged from Aboriginal protest against colonisation that had taken land...
Australia stands at one of the most significant economic crossroads in its modern history. The global race for critical minerals is reshaping international trade, defence alliances and manufacturing s...
On Wednesday, July 8, the Northern Territory Legislative Scrutiny Committee will table its final report on the Care and Protection of Children Legislation Amendment (Every Child Matters) Bill 2026 (NT...
For fifty years, NAIDOC has celebrated the strength of our people. It honours the generations who protected our cultures, languages and law through every attempt to erase them.
This NAIDOC Week, the theme is 50 Years of Deadly. For me, those words land with particular weight and few examples better capture that theme than the achievements of Aboriginal community-controlled h...
Treasury counts announcements. Communities count houses. The Federal Budget's $793.7 million Closing the Gap package hides a deeper reality: governments are still more willing to manage the consequenc...
Behind every successful business is someone who took a chance, backed themselves and kept going when things got tough. For many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander entrepreneurs, building a business...
For many Aboriginal people, a visit to the doctor is never just about the appointment. It can be the difference between feeling understood or feeling invisible.
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.