Student loan debt to be slashed under re-elected Labor government
Touching down in Adelaide, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese vowed to the party’s faithful to wipe 20 per cent off student loan debt in an effort to both reset the national conversation (following his month from hell) and prepare Labor for an election campaign that will likely be down to the wire.
“Behind The Votes” The French Election: An Election of Two Rounds
Welcome back to Hub’s “Behind the Votes” series, as discussed in the previous instalment of the European Union (EU) election saw a monumental shift to the right, and its impact was far-reaching. French President Emmanuel Macron decided that there had been such a shift that it was the right time to call an election, and so that's what he did. What started out as trying to resolve the political unrest seen in France epically backfired and led to further tension in the country.
Why did Candace Owens have her visa rejected?
Right wing political commentator Cadence Owens has been refused entry into Australia for her upcoming speaking tour. Her show advertises an electrifying evening with a Conservative women known for her controversial takes, and bold and unfiltered perspectives. Immigration Minister Tony Burke said that "Australia's national interest is best served when Candace Owens is somewhere else," and that her speaking tour could have the ability to create social unrest.
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The crisis the world has chosen to ignore
In Sudan, a conflict between unscrupulous warlords has created the world’s worst humanitarian crisis and risks unwinding decades of progress for Africa.
Lidia Thorpe: A Powerful Voice in Australian Black Politics
Lidia Thorpe’s actions are among the most powerful movements in Australian Black politics.
I was a young person at the social media summit so you don’t have to be…
The South Australian and New South Wales Governments held a joint Social Media Summit in both states over the past two days, looking at new South Australian laws regulating the use of social media for those under 14.
Leaders of today, lawmakers of tomorrow: SA Youth Parliament unveils first-of-its-kind Indigenous Bill
Winds of change were blowing through the chambers of the Parliament of South Australia, as the Youth Aboriginal Repatriation Notion (YARN) Bill was unveiled by the Indigenous Affairs and Reconciliation (IAR) Committee and passionately debated.
Bringing the community along with Ethan White
Ethan White is a councillor for the City of Gawler. Ethan shares his story about being elected, representing his community, and advice for young people wanting to get involved in local politics.
Contentious NDIS bill passed: is it reforms or rubbish?
The outgoing NDIS Minister, Bill Shorten MP, announced that the budget for the $35bn National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) would be reformed, and was met with heavy criticism from the disability community.
Australia Votes: Politics heading into 2025
Australia’s 47th Parliament is wrapping up for 2024, following a year of political brawling between the parties, wins and losses, and volatility. We’re hearing the echoes of an election soon to come.
Supporting the growth of young athletes
The Pathway to Sports Bill 2024 is a bill to presented in the 2024 YMCA SA Youth Parliament, to boost youth sports participation and development in South Australia. It aims to do this by establishing an infrastructure scheme to enhance sporting facilities, a mobile coaching program for high schools, and scholarships to support talented athletes in local club sports.
Older Australians’ quality of life: Are younger generations the answer?
A key feature in this year’s South Australian Youth Parliament is the Intergenerational Connections Bill. This bill is being advocated for by the Health and Wellbeing committee, and is proposing a variety of methods, aimed at improving the overall emotional, physical and social wellbeing of our older population.
Youth Parliament calls for more regional public transport across South Australia
Young leaders from across South Australia have come together and passionately debated improvements to regional public transport during the recent Youth Parliament session.
“Behind The Votes” The EU Election: The Votes of a Continent
Earlier in the year, at the start of June, the European Union (EU) member states went to the polls to decide who would represent them in the European Parliament (EP). These elections spanned the 27 member states, with trends reflecting what has been seen globally.
A JEDI Council fitting of the Galactic Empire; De-aridification bill fails to pass in parliament
It was to the great dismay of the opposition when, in the 29th sitting week of the YMCA SA’s Youth Parliament program, a proposed bill that aimed to target growing arid areas failed to pass.
The 29th session of Youth Parliament kicks off with a memorable opening ceremony
On the 15th of July, the 29th South Australia Youth Parliament program began with a formal ceremony involving all participants.
“Behind The Votes” UK Election Part 2: The Changing of the Guard
Sunak called the election standing in the pouring rain, foreshadowing the downhill turn of the Tories. Due to the economic downfall they had sent the country into, along side disappearing trust due to instability and illegal activity, it was fair to say Britain had lost faith in the Tory government.
“Behind The Votes” UK Election Part 1: A Revolving Door of PMs
The UK election in July demonstrated just how much the English political climate has changed over the 14 years of Tory rule in the country. With many complex elements, I will aim to explain the lead up that led to the landslide win for Labour and what this means for the country going forward.
Is a social media ban worth its buck?
In May, the South Australian Government launched a feasibility study for a proposed ban on social media access for people under 16 years of age following mounting concerns about young people’s mental health. This comes after the February 2023 decision to ban the use of mobile phones in all South Australian public schools, responding to reports of ‘out of control’ bullying and deteriorating student performances in schools. But, is a social media ban worth its buck?
Sania Ali
We interview Sania Ali, a young change maker seeking to make the world a better place.