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Research Tools: In the News

Topic Information and Breakdown

ECHO Online

 

We highly recommend using ECHO to either FIND a TOPIC or when you have a topic, to gain a clear understanding of the BACKGROUND ARGUMENTS and INFORMATION.

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Watch our 'How-to use Echo' video here.

Alternatives to Mainstream News

"The Conversation is an independent source of news and views, sourced from the academic and research community and delivered direct to the public. Our team of professional editors work with university, CSIRO and research institute experts to unlock their knowledge for use by the wider public.

Access to independent, high-quality, authenticated, explanatory journalism underpins a functioning democracy. Our aim is to allow for better understanding of current affairs and complex issues. And hopefully allow for a better quality of public discourse and conversations."


Australian Independent Journalism


New Matilda is independent journalism and coverage of Australian and international politics, media and culture since 2004.

Current Affairs / News Episodes

We highly recommend that you have a browse through the links below. 

Search the archives of the programs below for topic ideas or for information on your topic. 

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ABC 7.30: Local and National Current Affairs Information. Search the archives here.


 

SBS Insight: 60 min discussion looking at the various perspectives on a current issue. Search the archives here.


ABC Four Corners current affairs on national and international issues. Search the archive here.