Freedom for journalists
Two Al-Jazeera journalists jailed for disseminating ‘false news’ and aiding a terrorist group have been pardoned by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi.
Australians rally to Light the Dark
Tens of thousands of people throughout Australia participated in candlelight vigils on Monday, urging the federal government to welcome refugees.
Nauru Detention Centre must be closed
The Uniting Church has renewed calls for the immediate closure of the Nauru detention centre after another damning report into the centre’s operations.
‘A Home with a Heart’ crowdfunding campaign
Lentara UnitingCare is launching a crowdfunding campaign to provide rent-free accommodation for asylum seekers. Homelessness is a significant problem for many asylum seekers in Australia.
Exclusive interview with Gillian Triggs
By Penny Mulvey THE ATTACKS In her role as President of the Australian Human Rights Commission (AHRC), Professor Gillian Triggs has become a prominent public figure, the topic of heated dinner party conversations.
Green thumbs for Shepparton’s newest residents
Shepparton’s newest arrivals are taking a step towards a healthier future with the creation of a community garden on the Kildonan UnitingCare site.
Changing hearts and minds: Go Back To Where You Came From review
TV | Go Back To Where You Came From Review by Tim Lam It has been three years since Go Back To Where You Came From last appeared on Australian television.
Uniting Church calls for an end to boat turn-backs
Uniting Church in Australia President Mr Stuart McMillan has expressed disappointment that Labor may adopt boat turn-backs as part of its asylum seeker policy.
Assembly comes to a close
The Uniting Church’s 14th triennial Assembly wrapped up in Perth over the weekend.
Asylum seeker support
The 14th Assembly of the Uniting Church has demanded that the Australian Government adopt policies which genuinely seek to support rather than demonise asylum seekers and refugees.
Prayer vigil for asylum seekers
More than 50 people braved the cold last Sunday to pray for asylum seekers at a vigil held outside St Mark’s Uniting Church, Mornington.
How do Australian children feel about asylum seekers?
Allegations that the Australian government paid people smugglers to turn away boats carrying asylum seekers have dominated news headlines this week.