Throughout the world, people are taking direct action to tackle environmental problems – from Standing Rock in the United States, to the Carmichael coal mine in Australia, to the community groups standing against oil and gas exploration in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Following trends on social media, ShelterSA has published this opinion piece, covering the relationship between viral movements such as #MeToo, and gender inequality and power.

The current demonstrations in Iran could prove to be a watershed in the Islamic Revolution. The theocrats have been shocked by the demands from the demonstrators calling for their removal. Given the deep currents of dislike for the theocracy among many ordinary Iranians, it is difficult to see how the ayatollahs will placate the demonstrators.

This report primarily looks at two issues: the use of its powers by the RSPCA Victoria; and its expenditure of government funding.

Charities in Australia can be political. They can advocate and lobby to further their charitable purposes. But they can't be party-political.