The upcoming 2025 Federal Election is set to mark a historic moment in Australia’s political landscape, with Millennials and Generation Z poised to outnumber Baby Boomers in the voting booth for the first time ever. This demographic shift could alter the course of Australia’s political future, potentially giving younger generations […]
Lidia Thorpe
Independent Senator Lidia Thorpe has urged Australians to reject both major parties at the upcoming May 3, 2025 federal election, arguing that a Labor minority government with a strong crossbench is the only way to hold Anthony Albanese accountable and drive real change. Thorpe, a Gunnai, Gunditjmara, and Djab Wurrung […]
In an exclusive interview, Senator Lidia Thorpe shares her unfiltered perspectives on the upcoming federal election, critiques of mainstream feminism, and the ongoing systemic injustices faced by First Nations peoples, offering a candid glimpse into her vision for Australia’s future. Senator Thorpe, a trailblazing Indigenous Australian politician, has consistently used […]
This International Women’s Day, a hard-hitting new documentary is demanding Australia take a serious look at the injustices faced by women of colour who dare to challenge the status quo. Titled “Stay In Your Lane: The High Price Women of Colour Pay for Justice,” the documentary—produced by The Back Cover—features […]
As Australia awaits an announcement on the next federal election, Senator Lidia Thorpe has issued a stark warning about the lack of youth representation in politics, calling out the major parties for failing to include young voices in decision-making. For the first time in history, Millennials and Gen Z will […]
Senators Lidia Thorpe and Mehreen Faruqi are calling for a major review of racism and sexism in federal Parliament, arguing that the institution’s rules and culture fall short in addressing harmful behaviour, particularly towards women of colour. The two senators have co-sponsored a Senate motion asking the procedure committee to […]
Senator Lidia Thorpe has hit back at Labor and the Coalition as they prepare to pass a censure motion against her following her protest against King Charles III last month, accusing them of ignoring First Nations justice to defend the monarchy. Thorpe’s protest and subsequent condemnation by the major parties […]
In a courageous and defiant act of protest, Independent Senator Lidia Thorpe disrupted a key moment of King Charles III’s visit to Australia, confronting him over the British Crown’s historical and ongoing role in the genocide of First Peoples. Thorpe, a fierce advocate for Indigenous sovereignty and justice, made her […]
The Senate Legal and Constitutional Affairs Committee convened on Tuesday to commence public hearings into Senator Lidia Thorpe’s Genocide Bill, formally known as the Criminal Code Amendment (Genocide, Crimes Against Humanity and War Crimes Bill, 2024). The session featured testimony from an array of experts and individuals with personal experiences […]
In a rare display of bipartisan unity, crossbench MPs and Senators have joined forces today to advocate for urgent action on deaths in custody and the removal of First Nations children from their families. In an open letter addressed to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, Minister Linda Burney, and Attorney General […]
