In Trump’s America, the shooting of a journalist is not a one-off. Press freedom itself is under attack

June 10, 2025

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The video of a Los Angeles police officer shooting a rubber bullet at Channel Nine reporter Lauren Tomasi is as shocking as it is revealing.

David McBride changes plea to guilty following order from Court

November 21, 2023

David McBride’s lawyer, Mark Davis, spoke to Radio National this morning to discuss the concerning developments in his current case.

Australia’s secrecy laws include 875 offences. Reforms are welcome, but don’t go far enough for press freedom

November 21, 2023

Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus today released a comprehensive review of secrecy laws that acknowledges a woefully complicated mess.

National security requires strong journalism and whistleblowing

November 17, 2023

After my release from Egypt, I realised Australia’s growing national security laws mirror the threats to press freedom I faced. With nearly 100 laws since 9/11, are we sacrificing democracy for security?