
Talking Indonesia: the Kanjuruhan football disaster
Security, Society, Talking IndonesiaWhy would police use tear gas in a sold-out stadium, and what accountability is likely after the death of so many fans? Dr Dave McRae speaks to Usman Hamid and Yogi Setya Permana in the wake of the Kanjuruhan tragedy.

The toxic masculinity of Indonesia’s police was on full display in Malang
Gender, Security, Top StoriesAustralia should reflect on its role in financing and militarising Indonesia's police force.

The disposable lives of Indonesian football fans
Security, Society, Top StoriesThe tragedy in Malang was entirely avoidable. Sadly, those culpable will likely escape without appropriate punishment.

Can Albanese rebuild relations with Indonesia?
Foreign Policy, Security, Top StoriesIf the new Australian government is to establish trustworthy relations with Indonesia, more understanding and engagement will be key.

Talking Indonesia: Aceh's Truth and Reconciliation Commission
Human Rights, Security, Talking IndonesiaNew Talking Indonesia host Dr Jacqui Baker chats to Dr Jess Melvin and Dr Annie Pohlman about the soon-to-be released report of the Aceh Truth and Reconciliation Commission. What impact will the report have on Acehnese politics and society, and Indonesia more broadly?

Talking Indonesia – Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
Security, Society, Talking IndonesiaWhat factors underpin the Indonesian response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine? Dr Dave McRae chats to Radityo Dharmaputra in the latest episode of Talking Indonesia.

Why do so many Indonesians back Russia’s invasion of Ukraine?
Foreign Policy, Politics, Security, Top StoriesIndonesian governments and society have historically supported victims of aggression and conflict, so why do so many Indonesians, especially online, seem to support the Russian invasion?

Best of 2021
Arts, Corruption, Covid-19, Economy, Foreign Policy, Gender, Human Rights, Law, Politics, Religion, Security, SocietyIndonesia at Melbourne will be taking a short break over the New Year period. Here we present the articles and episodes that attracted your attention in 2021. We look forward to seeing you again in mid-January 2022!

Terror arrests likely motivated by political, not security, considerations
Politics, Religion, SecurityThe backgrounds of the three men arrested over alleged terrorism offences on 17 November suggest their capture may be connected to government efforts to neutralise Islamist opposition ahead of the 2024 elections.