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religion September 15, 2018
With the ascendancy of a Pentecostal Christian leader, the Liberal Party slides further to the religious right. But can it find salvation without the coffers of Malcolm Turnbull?
religion September 1, 2018
Amid fresh claims of abuse and cover-ups in the Catholic Church – this time targeting the Pope himself – dwindling numbers of Irish faithful reflect a growing disquiet.
religion May 26, 2018
One billboard outside Gosford, amusing
Following the storming of his church by far-right activists, Father Rod Bower vows to continue his liberal preachings.
religion August 4, 2018
The government’s rhetoric on race takes it into territory that is uglier and more targeted than even John Howard’s campaigns.
south and central asia April 7, 2018
As the minority Rohingya people flee persecution in Myanmar, none face greater hardship and suffering than Rohingya women.
south and central asia March 24, 2018
In India, homosexual sex remains illegal and deeply taboo, but the Arranged Gay Marriage Bureau and a highly ranked royal are working hard to change that.
religion March 24, 2018
The George Pell committal hearing
As the preliminary hearing continues into allegations against George Pell of historical sexual offences, the tone of the cardinal’s possible defence is becoming clear.
religion February 17, 2018
While Protect Victoria promotes itself as a non-political and non-racist group, its biased portrayal of crime is increasing fear and making it a recruitment hub for far-right radicals.
religion February 17, 2018
Church blames fatigue for redress failure
The Catholic Church says governments see no urgency in establishing child abuse redress schemes as interest wanes after the royal commission.
religion December 23, 2017
Murdoch and the royal commission
As recommendations from the child abuse royal commission are swept aside by senior Catholics, The Australian newspaper continues its unwavering support for the church.
religion October 7, 2017
An abuse survivor who testified to the royal commission about her treatment at a Catholic school recounts the experience of submitting to the church’s Towards Healing protocol, and the unfeeling homily offered to her by the bishop now responsible.
